Position Vacant - Women's Head Coach

Written on the 13 October 2025

Attractive remuneration available (subject to level of experience)

The Robina Mudgeeraba Roos are seeking expressions of interest for the position of Women's Head Coach for 2026 and beyond.

After going deep into finals over the past 2 years (Grand Final in 2024 & Preliminary Final in 2025), this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic coach to work with an impressive squad of players who have a genuine hunger for success in the near future.

In this role you will be responsible for the development of a strong performance culture where team values are respected and consistently met by the Playing Group, as well as the development and implementation of a coaching support panel, football program and match day coaching strategy.

The Women's Head Coach will also play a key role in the recruitment, retention, and management of the existing playing list and will build strong relationships with a range of key stakeholders, represent, and support the Club with any marketing initiatives that promote Women's and Junior Girl's footy at The Roos.

Key Responsibilities & Performance Measures:

• Create an enjoyable, engaging, honest and educational environment
• Drive standards within the playing group and keep them at a high level
• Demonstrate high level planning and communication
• Build strong relationships with coaching group and staff
• Responsible with the Assistant Coaches for match day planning, performances and tactics including game plans, style of play, match ups and team selection
• Demonstrate an ability to empower, develop and lead (support staff, coaches and players)
• Show and demands respect from players, staff, supporters, opposition and umpires
• Highly developed communication skills, both verbal and written
• Exhibit high levels of sound ethical foundations in decision-making and strong consistent principles underlying management and leadership behaviours
• Assist in off-field initiatives such as fundraising, junior football development, come & try sessions etc.

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum Level 1 AFL Coaching Qualification
• Coaching experience, preferably within Women's or Junior Girl's football
• Sound knowledge or awareness of match day requirements (PlayHQ, teamsheet submissions, club umpiring requirements etc.)
• High level of football knowledge and the ability to pass that knowledge on to players
• A current Driver’s License

To submit your expression of interest, please contact Ewan McKenzie (Senior President) via president@robinaroos.com.au and include your football CV.