Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Personal Affiliations
Security Clearances
Timeline
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James Depane

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Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in operational management and team leadership. Proven track record in sports administration, particularly within WA Football, with a focus on talent development. Key achievements include serving as WA State Coach for Under 16's and 18's, Head Futures Coach at East Fremantle Football Club, and Head of Development in WAFLW.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Player Scout (Casual)

St Kilda Football Club (AFL)
Perth
11.2024 - Current
  • Identified players within state league to enhance current AFL list.
  • Assessed key player attributes to inform talent development decisions.
  • Facilitated meetings between players and clubs to strengthen partnerships.
  • Established relationships with stakeholders to promote collaborative initiatives.
  • Conducted data reporting to track player performance metrics.
  • Produced detailed reports on specified players for informed decision-making.

Participation Officer (Peel Thunder) FULL TIME

WA Football (Formerly West Australian Football Commission)
Tuart Hill
08.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw football clinics and competitions for primary schools, fostering links to club participation.

Supported secondary schools in football initiatives, enhancing connections to local clubs.

Cultivated partnerships with AFL School Ambassadors to strengthen community engagement.

Executed transition strategies for seamless player movement between schools and clubs.

Achieved over 90% engagement of schools with active AFL representatives in the region.

Delivered Sporting Schools programs and coordinated meetings for AFL School Ambassadors.

Analyzed participation data to implement diversity programs and support inclusion events.

Coordinated Auskick programs, ensuring compliance with established standards.

Coaching Staff

East Fremantle Football Club
East Fremantle
10.2022 - Current
  • 2022 Head of Development WAFLW
  • 2023 Assistant Coach, Colts (Under 19YO), Head Coach (Under 14YO)
  • 2023/24 Head Futures Coach (Under 17YO)- Current
  • Program Planning and Scheduling
  • Management of Assistant coaches and Strength and Conditioning department
  • Load management of players
  • Conducting Leadership and culture sessions
  • Tactical Knowledge: Understanding of football tactics, formations, and strategies to optimize team performance during matches
  • Player Development: Ability to assess player strengths and weaknesses, provide constructive feedback, and tailor training sessions to individual and team needs
  • Game Analysis: Analysing match footage and statistics to identify areas for improvement and develop strategic game plans

Operations Manager

One2One WA
Midland
10.2022 - 08.2024
  • Collaborate with teams to create and deliver person-centered plans and individualized programs for clients with disabilities across all age groups
  • Provide personal care, including hoisting and manual handling tasks, to clients with physical disabilities
  • Offer emotional support as needed to clients
  • Gather and respond to feedback on quality and satisfaction from members, families, and staff
  • Work with therapy teams and providers to ensure effective support plans and regularly review program effectiveness
  • Organize daily and developmental activities tailored to individual needs
  • Provide progress reports to stakeholders and recommend program changes proactively
  • Mentor support staff and introduce new workers to existing clients
  • Schedule regular team meetings
  • Report on budget allocation, particularly NDIS funding
  • Contribute to Operations Executive team priorities and implementation
  • Initiate reflective practice opportunities and engage with members for ongoing support
  • Manage personalised plan services
  • Promote the organization to potential new NDIS participants and staff
  • Ensure member plans align with approved outcomes and available resources
  • Respond to information requests from executive colleagues promptly and accurately
  • Foster a culture of supportive critique, problem-solving, and outcome-based solutions

Service Coordinator (Area Manager)

CamCan
Como WA
03.2019 - 09.2022
  • Led high-performing teams, ensuring compliance with policies and funding guidelines for direct care support
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to improve service delivery and funding management through effective reporting and communication
  • Coordinated and facilitated stakeholder and team meetings for enhanced communication and collaboration
  • Developed detailed project funding plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource requirements
  • Aligned planning, budgeting, and scheduling with allocated funding and consumer needs
  • Presented and reported to third-party organisations and management, showcasing strong communication skills
  • Ensured compliance with company OH&S standards and legislative requirements
  • Processed fortnightly payroll for over 50 staff, providing formal supervision, monitoring, and performance management
  • Completed recruitment and probation for staff, ensuring compliance with employment requirements
  • Worked autonomously within company operating systems, managing individualised budgets and mitigating risks
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to support clients and colleagues, fostering positive relationships

Account Manager/Business Development Manager

Persol Kelly (Programmed)
Welshpool WA
07.2013 - 03.2019
  • Liaising with company representatives
  • Deliver high level Customer Relationship Management that promotes service excellence and customer retention
  • Identifying and closing new business opportunities
  • Establishing client needs, building client relationship
  • Building and maintaining a customer base
  • Implementing appropriate health and safety standards
  • Creation and maintenance of the Landscape division with required personnel
  • Maintain schedules
  • Oversee contracted employee’s and appraisals
  • Promote and develop a positive safety culture across the business
  • Proactively visit customer sites on a regular basis to ensure service levels are consistently met or exceeded
  • Deliver professional proposals/quotes to current and potential clients
  • Drive safety improvement through the regular delivery of safety talks and site inspections
  • Maintaining compliance and an accurate account history for existing and prospective clients
  • Involvement in industrial companies

Education

Masters - Business Administration

EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY
04.2025

AFL Accredited - Level 3 Coaching

WA FOOTBALL COMMISSION

Skills

  • Project Planning & Execution
  • Player development
  • Game analysis
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptive thinking
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Community involvement
  • Strong work ethic
  • Professionalism
  • Budget Management & Financial Analysis
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
  • Risk Identification & Mitigation
  • Leadership & Team Development
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Time management
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Flexibility
  • Proactivity
  • Adaptability to Audience
  • Positivity
  • Determination
  • Empathy

References

  • Sam Skinner, General Manager of Football, Peel Thunder Football Club, 0448 231 918
  • Paul Lekias, CEO, Peel Thunder Football Club, 0437 071 479
  • David Depane, Talent Manager of East Fremantle Football Club, 012-941-113
  • Sam Mainwaring, Colts Head Coach, East Fremantle Football Club, 0417 175 016

Personal Affiliations

  • WAFL 16’s and 18’s WA State Rep- Line coach
  • League Player at East Fremantle (2012, 2013, 2014)
  • League Player at East Perth (2009, 2010)

Security Clearances

  • Current Police Clearance
  • WWC

Timeline

Player Scout (Casual)

St Kilda Football Club (AFL)
11.2024 - Current

Participation Officer (Peel Thunder) FULL TIME

WA Football (Formerly West Australian Football Commission)
08.2024 - Current

Coaching Staff

East Fremantle Football Club
10.2022 - Current

Operations Manager

One2One WA
10.2022 - 08.2024

Service Coordinator (Area Manager)

CamCan
03.2019 - 09.2022

Account Manager/Business Development Manager

Persol Kelly (Programmed)
07.2013 - 03.2019

Masters - Business Administration

EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY

AFL Accredited - Level 3 Coaching

WA FOOTBALL COMMISSION
James Depane