2026 Academy Program Directors EOI Information and registration

North Lakes United has formally submitted its application to Football Queensland (FQ) with the aim of attaining Tier 1 Academy club status. Achieving this status will make the club eligible for a bronze rating or higher, reflecting its commitment to football excellence.

In alignment with our strategic objectives, the club is dedicated to expanding and strengthening the football department to not only meet but also surpass the standards and expectations associated with Tier 1 Academy accreditation. Now in our second year as an Academy club, North Lakes United is currently ranked as the leading Tier 2 academy and is strongly positioned to advance further, continuously enhancing the support offered to our players and coaches.

To facilitate this growth, the club is inviting expressions of interest for several paid, part-time positions within our football department:
• Head of Junior Boys Academy (20–25 hours per week)
• Head of Youth Boys Academy (20–25 hours per week)
• Head of Girls Academy (20–25 hours per week)
• Head of Goalkeeping (7–12 hours per week)
• Academy Analyst (5–10 hours per week)

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to thrive both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment. The minimum qualification required is a B Diploma (or currently working towards its completion), in addition to a minimum of two years’ experience in a Director role and at least five years of coaching experience, ideally within an Academy or comparable high-performance environment.

We look forward to receiving applications from committed professionals eager to contribute to the continued growth and success of North Lakes United.