Safeguarding & Wellbeing Manager, Oceania Football Confederation, New Zealand

Safeguarding & Wellbeing Manager, Oceania Football Confederation, New Zealand

The Oceania Football Confederation seeks a Safeguarding & Wellbeing Manager in Auckland, New Zealand.

About Us:

The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) is the umbrella organisation for national football associations across Oceania, actively engaged in promoting football as a tool for social development. Committed to leaving a positive impact in the communities we serve; OFC delivers award-winning Sport for Development Programs that utilise football to enhance lives across the Pacific region.

Join us as our OFC Safeguarding & Wellbeing Manager! Use your expertise in safeguarding and mental health to ensure safety and foster growth in our sport community.

About the Role

As the Safeguarding & Wellbeing Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing safeguarding frameworks and interventions to embed wellbeing within player development models.
• Managing the delivery of OFC's Safeguarding Implementation Plan and promoting a culture of safeguarding in football.
• Supporting the delivery of safeguarding at OFC competitions and managing the Oceania Region Safeguarding Working Group.
• Advocating for safeguarding and wellbeing initiatives within the football community.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies, NGOs, and sports organizations.
• Reporting on program performance and contributing to monitoring and evaluation efforts.

About you

• 2-5 years' experience managing programs to promote wellbeing and ensure safeguarding and child protection.
• Proven expertise in developing and managing safeguarding systems, with experience in case management and trauma-informed approaches.
• Experience in the counselling or mental health sector is advantageous.
• Strong operational planning, strategic planning, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment and excellent relationship management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with experience in report preparation.

Discover the perks of joining OFC:

• Free Onsite Parking is available!
• Hybrid Working 2 days per week: Enjoy flexibility and autonomy with our hybrid working model, allowing you to balance work and life seamlessly.
• OFC offers you peace of mind with Life and Medical Insurance. Join us and stay protected!
• Supportive team culture – we love what we do!
• Strong emphasis on development

The Next Steps

Please apply below and  include a cover letter highlighting why you are the perfect person for this position. Please include your specific qualifications and recent experiences that are relevant to the role.

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?

What's your expected annual base salary?

How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?