Introduction
Working closely with the Coach, and the Football Manager will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of preparing the A League Mens Team for training sessions and all games.

Accountability
The position will be accountable and directly responsible to the Coach and Football Manager.
Duties
 Key responsibilities:
•    Assisting Coach in all aspects of Match preparation as required;
•    Provide and maintain expert coaching advise as required;
•    Attendance at all training sessions and Match Days;
•    Review Match performance;
•    Specific specialist coaching as required and directed by Coach;
•    Liaising with Football Manager, Coach, Assistant Coach and Medical Team as required;
•    Demonstrate Club values and behaviours at all times;

Essential Skills
•    Played or coached football at an elite level in Australia or in another elite national competition
•    Elite coaching experience or long-time involvement at a professional football club
•    Minimum AFC ‘C’ License
•    Deep and demonstrable understanding of the tactical, technical and physical requirements of modern football and operations of a modern, professional football club.
•    Demonstrated commitment to coaching as a professional career

Personal Qualities
•    Demonstrated leadership qualities as a player or as a coach
•    Tireless work ethic
•    Demonstrated integrity and intelligence
•    Demonstrated team player
•    Willingness to perform all tasks required to assist the Head Coach prepare the team for training and for matches
•    Willingness to perform all tasks required to assist the General Manager – Football Operations in linking the club to the Melbourne community
•    Energetic and willing to learn alongside highly-qualified colleagues

To apply for this position, please forward your application to Sally McNeilly at sallymelbourneheartsyn [dot] com