Recreation Programmes Team Leader

Job Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and one of the world’s major research universities. We employ over 6000 academic and professional staff to support the success of 41,000+ students. 

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are excited to announce the opening of our state-of-the-art Recreation Centre in late-2024, a hub for sport, health and wellbeing on our campus. As we embark on this new chapter, we are seeking an experienced Recreation Programmes Team Leader .

As a Recreation Programmes Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering high-quality recreation and well-being opportunities that contribute to the vibrant culture of our university.

You will lead a team of two direct reports dedicated to coordinating and delivering diverse active recreation activities and will have the following main responsibilities:

• Leadership: Provide strong leadership to our Recreation Programmes team, including Coordinators, Instructors, Coaches, and Facilitators.
• Innovation and Service Development: Stay abreast of industry trends and innovations to improve our recreation programmes and active wellbeing initiatives, including developing and implementing new opportunities that meet the evolving needs of our community.
• Recreation Programmes Management: Oversee the operations delivery of recreation programmes, active wellbeing initiatives, and events.
• Financial Management by way of monitoring and tracking programme performance against budget targets.
• Marketing and Communication to ensure the effective promotion our programmes and activities in collaboration with our wider Campus Life service division.

For more information about the role, please view the and to learn about new Recreation Centre, please visit our website .

This is a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), permanent role working Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate will see the delivery of at least two group fitness classes weekly included as regular duties of the role. Flexible work hours will at times be required which includes evenings and weekends due to the nature of the business hours, schedule of activities, urgent class cover and event delivery requirements. The salary range for this role is $68,600 to $84,700, depending on skills and experience.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for recreation, health and wellbeing, customer experience, a commitment to health and safety, and a dedication to developing a team that provides a positive and inclusive environment for all university community members. They will also be a strong administrator with an analytical mind and have a charismatic personality that is capable of stepping on stage to deliver top tier active recreation activities.

They will also bring the following skills and experience:

• Fitness, health & wellbeing or recreation-specific higher education qualification or experience in a similar role supporting delivery of high quality and diverse, active wellbeing opportunities.
• Team leadership experience of full-time permanent staff (2+ years)
• Demonstrated experience in leading and delivering varied recreation and wellbeing programmes
• Strong planning and delivery skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in administration that includes a comprehensive understanding of MS Suite.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks and priorities with an ability to pivot and adapt as necessary.
• A knack for thinking proactively and taking initiative.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

 Waipapa Taumata Rau |The University of Auckland is dedicated to providing an excellent and stimulating environment for its employees, which ensures a healthy work-life balance through:

• Five weeks’ annual leave per annum
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• 37.5 hours working week
• Additional parental leave payments
• Free gym, pool and rec centre membership
• Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Join us in shaping a vibrant and thriving Recreation Centre at Waipapa Taumata Rau |The University of Auckland. Be part of a team that promotes health, well-being, and a sense of community. 

Inquiries may be made to Shivani Parboo (). Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Wednesday 8th May 2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV combined as one document. 

We will be contacting candidates as they apply, and this advert may close earlier if needed. 

Additional Information

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