The Kick-off Story

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has awarded Football Australia hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the AFC Women's Asian Cup™. This marks Australia's second time hosting the event, after previously staging it in 2006, and follows the success of co-hosting the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup™.

You will be part of a Local Organising Committee (LOC), which has been established for the sole purpose of delivering the 2026 edition of the AFC Women's Asian Cup™ in Australia.

This prestigious event will bring together 12 nations in a tournament structured into three groups of four. We are eager to create another tournament that celebrates women's football and multicultural Australia and also delivers legacy outcomes for football and Australian society more broadly.

If you need assistance in applying for this role, please reach out to our People team.

Your Next Big Match

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sports Presentation and Fan Experience Manager to lead the planning and execution of the in-stadium experience at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™. This role plays a pivotal part in creating memorable matchday moments, aligning entertainment with the wider Fan Experience strategy, and ensuring fans leave every match inspired and energised.  

You will lead the creation and delivery of engaging sports presentation content, show production, and in-stadium entertainment, while also contributing to broader fan experience initiatives including fan zones, ceremonies, and activations. Working closely with creative teams, production agencies, commercial partners, and venue operators, you’ll help bring the tournament to life in a way that reflects the energy and diversity of women’s football in Asia and Australia. 

Please note that this role is fixed term until 31st March 2026.

• Lead the vision and execution of the in-venue experience, managing production plans, show elements (e.g., video, audio, lighting), and ensure consistent presentation across all locations.
• Design and deliver engaging fan journeys and activations, including entertainment, ceremonies, and events, tailored to local audiences and informed by global best practices.
• Collaborate with producers to create matchday content, align in-venue and digital assets, and ensure brand and sponsor compliance through creative approvals.
• Serve as the main liaison for sports presentation, managing rehearsals, show delivery, and ensuring safety, accessibility, and broadcast standards.
• Oversee production logistics including timelines, crew scheduling, and documentation across venues to ensure smooth execution.
• Maintain financial control over sports presentation elements, tracking expenditures and ensuring cost-effective delivery.

A full copy of the position description can be found here.

What Gets You in the Game?

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in major event delivery, with a strong focus on live sports presentation or stadium entertainment.
• Proven success in managing in-venue show delivery at international or national sporting events.
• Experience leading creative production teams and working with AV, lighting and broadcast crews.
• Ability to write and manage scripts, show calling, and in-stadium storytelling techniques.
• Excellent project management, organisational and interpersonal skills.

Must demonstrate the ability to work with agility, foster trust, embrace inclusivity, collaborate as one united team, and consistently strive for excellence.

A full list of experience, skills and qualifications can be found in the above position description.

Offside Conditions

• Full working rights in Australia *(please note that due to the fixed-term nature of the tournament, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position)
• Working with children check (paid/employee) or state-based equivalent 
• International Criminal History Record for each country (other than Australia) in which you have resided for 12 months or more in the last 10 years (if applicable)
• Out of hours and weekend work as required
• Our roles are based at Moore Park in Sydney

The Winning Team Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Access to National Team Match Tickets
• Partner Discounts and Offers
• Birthday and Thank You Leave

Click APPLY NOW to submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume. 

Application Closing Date: 18th July 2025

The Women’s Asian Cup 2026 LOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a safe, work environment that prioritizes child safety, diversity, and inclusion. Our values and behaviours promote a culture where individuals make an impact both on and off the pitch, united in the pursuit of excellence, building trust, and championing inclusivity.

We encourage applications from people who identify as female or non-binary, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island people, people with disabilities and people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

In submitting an application, you agree to our collection statement. To review, head to the following link: footballaustralia.com.au/jobs/collection-statement