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AFC WOMENS 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 Womens 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 Womens 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 Womens 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 Note that this role is fixed term from January until March 2026. Sports Presentation & InStadium Show Delivery Lead the vision and execution of the instadium experience across all tournament venues. Develop and manage a comprehensive Sports Presentation Production Plan, including scripts, run of show, content, and operational delivery. Oversee all sports presentation elements including video content, audio, lighting, LED displays, announcers, mascots, cheer squads, ceremonies and sponsor activations. Direct venuebased production crews including show callers, floor managers, and talent. Ensure consistency in look, tone and energy of the show while reflecting host city character and local culture. Fan Experience & Activations Collaborate on the design and execution of an inclusive and exciting fan journey at each match and across tournament fan zones. Support delivery of prematch and halftime activations, live entertainment, music programming, and MC engagement. Implement bestpractice fan engagement initiatives informed by global benchmarks and tailored to local audiences. Support planning and execution of fanfacing events such as the Official Draw, Opening Ceremony and Trophy Tour. Creative Content Development Work with content producers to develop bespoke video and audio assets for matchday presentation. Coordinate with broadcast and digital teams to align invenue and online content. Oversee creative approvals, ensuring brand consistency and sponsor compliance. Stakeholder & Venue Management Act as the key point of contact for Sports Presentation with venue managers, contractors, suppliers, and rights holders. Coordinate runthroughs, rehearsals and show delivery with multiple stakeholders under tight timelines. Ensure adherence to safety, accessibility, and broadcast standards in all presentation delivery. Operational & Budget Management Manage production timelines, crew rosters and show documentation across venues. Maintain budget oversight for sports presentation elements, tracking expenditure and ensuring value for money. A full copy of the position description can be found by copy and pasting the following link into a web browser: What Gets You in the Game? 5+ years experience in venue or matchday sports presentation operations at major sports or entertainment events. Deep understanding of live event production, sports presentation, or fan engagement. Strong project management, operational delivery, and stakeholder coordination skills. Ability to manage show rehearsals, runofshow execution, and onground troubleshooting and problem solving. Excellent communication, leadership, and team coordination skills. Comfortable working under pressure and to tight timelines in hightraffic environments. Understanding of C3 communication structures and tournament approval processes. Offside Conditions Full working rights in Australia (please note that due to the fixedterm nature of the tournament, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position) Working with children check (paid/employee) or statebased equivalent Out of hours and weekend work as required Click APPLY NOW to submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume. The Womens 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 nonbinary, 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr