AFC WOMEN’S ASIAN CUP 2026 LOC OFFICE 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 Please note that this role is fixed term starting in January 2026 until March 2026. Tournament Planning Prepare Tournament Time Site Operations Plans (SOPs) in line with LOC Project Management requirements and timelines. Develop connections and relationships with AFC & AFC Broadcast & Media representatives. Establish relationships, workflows and communication plans with all LOC Program Areas to Ensure LOC Broadcast & Media staff & contractors receive all relevant plans, documentation and contact details to best prepare them for venue setup, testing & troubleshooting. Broadcast Operations Serve as the primary LOC point of contact for all broadcast operations at venues. Coordinate with AFC, AFG, Host Broadcaster, and LOC departments to ensure build, delivery, and bump-out of broadcast areas meet planned requirements. Manage installation of broadcast needs (e.g. lighting, power, access, signage) by venue management team and ensure is compliant with planning requirements. Support AFC & AFG to deliver facilities and services to RTVs. Ensure all systems are tested and operational prior to matchdays. Liaise with IT, venue ops, and technicians to ensure stable internet and power supply. Monitor and escalate risks or issues to broadcast and media operations management team. Document and report on broadcast delivery, issues, and learnings. Media Operations Serve as the main LOC point of contact for all media operations at the venues. Oversee MD-1 & Post-Match Press Conference operations at Stadiums in conjunction with AFC Media Officers and PMA Team Media Officers / Team Managers. Oversee the setup, delivery and bump-out of all media spaces at stadiums and training sites including media tribune, workrooms, press conference rooms, mixed zone, and pitch-side photographer positions and any other media spaces within the stadium(s). Implement venue-specific media operations plans, ensuring alignment with AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 tournament guidelines and standards. Support AFC to deliver matchday media workflows, including access control, pre-match press conferences, mixed zone operations, and post-match media activities. Coordinate with the accreditation team to ensure appropriate media access and resolve on-site issues with media accreditation and access devices. Ensure timely installation of LOC deliverables including media signage, overlay, power, internet connectivity, and catering in all relevant areas. Assist with scheduling MD-1 and match day transportation in host city for accredited media. Brief and manage volunteers and media staff, ensuring they have clear understanding of roles and responsibilities and maintain professional interactions with media and players. Respond to and resolve operational issues or complaints from media representatives and escalate where necessary. Support AFC Media Officers and team media officers, facilitating access and coordination for pre- and post-match media obligations. Capture venue-level insights and reporting, including statistics on media attendance, issue logs, and suggestions for improvement A full copy of the position description can be found by copy and pasting the following link into a web browser: https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/sites/ffa/files/2025-08/Position%20Description%20-%20Broadcast%20%26%20Media%20Operations%20Offer%20%28Sydney%29%20-%20AFC%20Women%27s%20Asian%20Cup%202026%20LOC%20Office.pdf%20AFC%20Women%27s%20Asian%20Cup%202026%20LOC%20Office.pdf What Gets You in the Game? Minimum 3–5 years working in media and/or broadcast roles at major live events (e.g., FIFA, Olympics, national leagues, or equivalent).Technical experience in broadcast and media operations.Familiarity with working alongside media agencies, Host Broadcasters, Rights-Holding Broadcasters, and venue staff.Effective communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to address client needs, build a cooperative atmosphere and deliver value-added services.Ability to work under pressure, remain calm, and composed.High level of flexibility to meet changing priorities and variable working duties.Ability to sustain high level performance with limited supervisionDemonstrated ability to maintain discretion and confidentialityWillingness and availability to work outside core hoursFull working rights within AustraliaMust 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 Click APPLY NOW to submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume. Application Closing Date: 27 August 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: www.footballaustralia.com.au/jobs/collection-statement
