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Football Operations Committee MemberOur VisionWe are building a legacy that will inspire change, elevating women in sport, and making a lasting impact. As a premier destination for womens football, we lead the way in excellence, innovation, and community engagement.Our MissionAt the Port Melbourne Chargers Womens Football Club, we are more than a football clubwe are a community. We bring people together through the power of sport, creating a culture built on integrity, passion, respect and excellence.Our purpose extends beyond the field, fostering lifelong connections and championing opportunities for women.Our ValuesCommunity We create a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone belongs and feels like family.Integrity We are accountable, communicate transparently, take responsibility and are committed to each others success.Passion We bring energy, heart and dedication to everything we do, embracing fun and inspiring each other to be our best.Respect We lift each other up, through mutual appreciation, vulnerability and support.Excellence We build resilience, dedicated to continuous growth and setting the highest standards on and off the field.About UsPort Melbourne Chargers Womens Football Club is an amateur womens only football club competing in the Victorian Amateur Football Association. Established in 2025, our Club is home to Premier & Divisional Womens teams.About the RoleThe Football Operations Committee Member provides strategic oversight and governance of all football-related matters. This role supports the development of a high-performing community based football environment by guiding coaching standards, enabling player development pathways, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering alignment with both AFL and VAFA strategies, and adherence to rules, policies, and structures.As the Football Operations Committee Member, your responsibilities may include:Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Clubs football programOversee all football-related matters, including coaching and player developmentEnsure a structured development pathway for players and coaching staffEnsuring compliance to VAFA competition and football operation requirementsManage recruitment, retention, and overall team logistics in coordination with the Football ManagerEnsure PlayHQ compliance and registration processes are upheldSupport development of football-related policies and risk management strategiesBuild relationships with junior club/s to enhance female football pathwaysCollaborate with the Strength & Conditioning Lead, Football Manager and Player Wellbeing team to deliver a holistic athlete experienceAssist with season planning, fixturing, equipment needs and ground accessWe anticipate the time commitment of the Football Operations Committee Member to be 24 hours per week (with peak periods pre-season and in-season).About YouAs a strategic and committed leader within our Club, youll bring:A commitment to the Club values of Community, Integrity, Passion, Respect & ExcellenceUnderstanding of AFL and VAFA strategies, competition structures, policies, by-laws, and rules (or willingness to learn)Strong organisational and planning skillsAbility to build positive relationships with players, coaches, VAFA and volunteersCapacity to think long-term and contribute to policy and operational frameworksA collaborative mindset and willingness to work in a volunteer-based environmentHold or be willing to obtain a volunteer Working with Children CheckIn return, youll get:The opportunity to shape and grow a new football club with a clear purposeBe part of a welcoming and inclusive cultureMake a meaningful difference in womens footballBuild leadership experience and expand your professional networkGain valuable strategic insight and hands-on sports governance experienceContact DetailsKerry Ashbrook, President | president@portmelbournechargersfootball.com.au #J-18808-Ljbffr