Jenkins also coached Coburg and Brunswick in the Victorian Football Association (VFA).

[1] Born in Campbell Town, Tasmania on 15 February 1897, Jenkins was one of 12 children.

[4][5] Jenkins appeared in the opening round of the season in 1924, then left to coach Orbost.

[5][7] Soon after, Jenkins was granted a permit to join Coburg in the Victorian Football Association.

[9] A best and fairest winner in 1928, Jenkins was appointed captain-coach the following season.