A football club cannot run successfully without an effective management base, made of various roles.
The majority of administrative work will be completed by your secretary, therefore it is important your secretary is competent enough to handle various administrative duties.
Meetings are inevitable! A club will run more efficiently and be a greater positive experience if meetings are well run, focused on outcomes and give all attendees an equal voice.
Footyweb is the AFL's national competition management system for all leagues and clubs, incorporating:
TidyHQ: TidyHQ is a free online management tool which helps community clubs simplify their back end administration, improve their governance and assists with succession planning.
Club Planning: Plan for success with advice on how to prepare, create, develop and implement a successful management plan.
Risk Management: From creating a policy, to identifying, analysing and minimising risk, prepare your club to successfully manage potential risks.
Insurance: Be aware about the types of insurance your club will need as part of its risk management strategy.
Finance: Learn how to responsibly operate your club's finances, from the role of the treasurer to preparing budgets, reports, audits and taxes.
Marketing: Promote and grow your club with advice on basic marketing, attracting sponsors, grants, publicity and fundraising.
Player Points System: To address equalisation concerns and escalating player payments in community football some Community Leagues and/or States have introduced a Player Points System.
Green Clubs: Get your club accredited for being environmentally friendly