State Futsal Lead

About us

At Football West, we’re driven by passion for making football accessible, enjoyable, and empowering for everyone. Following the excitement and legacy of the recent AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, and the continued growth of the Sam Kerr Football Centre, there’s never been a better time to join our team.

As WA’s sole governing body for football, we bring the game to life for over 230,000 participants across parks, pitches, and indoor centres.

Your role

This is an exciting part time 0.5FTE opportunity to play a key role in the growth and development of futsal across Western Australia. As our State Futsal Lead, you will oversee and deliver futsal development programs, state championships, education initiatives, and participation growth opportunities across the state.

Working closely with key stakeholders across the game, you’ll oversee futsal state programs, championships, education initiatives, and participation growth opportunities, while acting as the key liaison with Football Australia on futsal-related matters. The role plays a critical part in growing futsal participation, strengthening the talent pipeline, and ensuring alignment with national frameworks.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of futsal development programs across Western Australia
• Drive marketing and promotional initiatives to grow participation and engagement in futsal
• Manage registrations, reporting, and participant data administration
• Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of futsal pathways in alignment with Football West and Football Australia priorities
• Oversee the Football West State Futsal Program, including trials, player identification, team selection processes, coach appointments, and national tournament participation
• Coordinate and deliver the Football West F-League Championships
• Support the development of futsal engagement opportunities within schools
• Manage event logistics, staffing, scheduling, and operational delivery to ensure high-quality programs and events
• Coordinate and support futsal coach and referee education initiatives
• Act as the key liaison with Football Australia on futsal-related matters, including national meetings and interstate engagement as required
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the football and futsal community
• Some weekend and evening work required to support program delivery, matches, and trainings
• Travel within Western Australia and Nationally for tournaments and meetings.

About you

You’re a forward-thinking leader with a experience in delivery of futsal development, community engagement, and stakeholder management. You bring:

• Proven experience driving participation growth and innovation, ideally in sport or education
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical mindset with a focus on measurable impact
• Demonstrated ability to lead staff and volunteers across multiple programs
• Experience designing and delivering large-scale community or school-based initiatives
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial approach with a genuine passion for football and inclusion

What you’ll need

• Eligibility to work in Australia
• Current WA Driver’s Licence
• Valid Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain)
• Current First Aid Certificate & CPR (or ability to obtain)

Why join us?

When you become part of Football West, you’re joining a dynamic team of passionate professionals who are shaping the future of football in WA. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• A values-driven, team-oriented culture
• Flexible working arrangements
• Modern facilities with an on-site café and free parking
• Discounts on sporting apparel and programs
• Ongoing professional development and recognition
• The opportunity to directly shape the sporting future of WA

Our Commitment

At Football West, diversity is our strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed, regardless of ability, ethnicity, faith, gender, or sexual orientation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, embracing the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds. We always encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from diverse communities to join out team.