Be the architect of a destination women’s footy program.

MUWFC is relaunching for 2026 with a clear brief: build an environment where women love playing good footy. We’re searching for a Head Coach who’s hungry to create a best-in-class program - your systems, your culture, your standards - backed by a supportive new committee and strong club resources.

If you love leading people, developing players, and building something that lasts, this is your role.

The Role (Overview)

• Title: Head Coach - Senior Women & Reserves
• Reports to: Club President & Football Operations
• Type: Voluntary honorarium (commensurate with experience)
• Commitment: Pre-season planning; 2x training nights/week + game day; post-game review & periodic committee touchpoints (exact schedule set collaboratively)
• Location: Melbourne University (Parkville) and VAFA venues

What You’ll Lead (Key Responsibilities)

• Program & Game Model
  • Design and implement an aligned game plan for Senior & Reserves with clear roles, standards, and language.
  • Build a long-term development pathway (pre-season, in-season, off-season) including S&C integration and individual development plans (IDPs).
• Coaching Team
  • Recruit, mentor, and coordinate assistant coaches, line coaches, and team managers across both squads.
  • Run high-quality, efficient training with progressions and clear learning outcomes.
• Selection & Performance
  • Lead weekly selection with transparent criteria; manage player rotations between squads to maximise growth and team success.
  • Conduct opposition analysis, match-ups, and game-day strategy; drive half-time/three-quarter-time adjustments.
• Player Development & Welfare
  • Provide regular feedback (stats, goal reviews) and nurture leadership within the playing group.
  • Champion an inclusive, safe, high-performance culture; uphold AFL Vic/VAFA child-safety and concussion guidelines.
• Operations & Stakeholders
  • Work closely with Football Ops, Medical/Allied Health, and S&C to manage return-to-play and load.
  • Contribute to list management, talent ID, and recruitment; be a visible, positive leader in the MUWFC community.
  • Track key KPIs (attendance, retention, injury profile, W/L trends, player progression).

Desired Qualifications

• AFL Coaching Accreditation Level 1 (minimum); willingness to obtain Level 2.
• Experience coaching women’s or girls’ football (VAFA/AFLW/VFLW/Community Pathways or equivalent).
• Current Working With Children Check and First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain promptly).
• Familiarity with concussion management protocols and safe training principles.

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Program Builder: You think in systems - curriculum, standards, and repeatable processes.
• Teacher’s Mindset: Clear communicator; you make complex ideas simple and actionable.
• Player-Centred: Skilled at IDPs, honest feedback, and growing confidence and game IQ.
• Culture Driver: Inclusive, values-led, and uncompromising on safety and respect.
• Game Strategist: Strong grasp of trends, match-ups, and situational coaching.
• Collaborator: Thrives working with assistants, S&C, med staff, and committee.
• Organised & Data-Curious: Plans ahead, reviews cleanly, learns quickly from metrics.

What We Offer

• A genuine blank canvas to shape Senior & Reserves standards and identity.
• A supportive, energised new committee committed to resources and alignment.
• Access to the broader Melbourne University sporting community and facilities.
• A chance to build the next generation of women’s football at a proud club.