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We are on the lookout for an ambitious Sports Coordinator to join our dynamic team at University of Auckland in Auckland.
Growing your career as a Full Time Sports Coordinator is an amazing opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, adaptability and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Sports Coordinator at University of Auckland today!

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The Sport and Recreation team provides sporting and fitness services to students and staff, allowing them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, participate in sporting competition and socialise with friends while pursuing academic goals. Sports leagues, fitness training and recreation programmes provide opportunities for all students and staff to participate in sport and recreation whilst at University.

Two exciting new sport and fitness facilities were opened in 2020 for the interim period of the Recreation and Wellness Centre construction. These facilities feature brand new spaces and state of art fitness equipment. New staff will have full access and benefits of the new space. For more information, see our  Recreation Centre Developments page.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are currently seeking a fixed-term  Sports Coordinator  to play a key role in the wellbeing of our students at New Zealand’s leading tertiary institution, the University of Auckland.

Reporting to the Sports Team Leader, our Sports Coordinators oversee all elements related to the successful delivery of University sports tournaments, leagues, programmes and events. Current portfolios include our Interfaculty Sports Championships, UNIM8S Social Sports Leagues, Inter-residential tournaments, and key sporting events including The Great Waka Ama Race and University Metrogaine.

Sports Coordinators also provide support in managing our University of Auckland representative teams and assisting with their travel and arrangements to compete in the University and Tertiary Sport New Zealand National Championship events.

Key accountabilities for this position include, but not limited to:

• Oversee all elements related to the successful delivery of a sport tournament/programme including but not limited to, planning, marketing, registrations, venues, draws, officials, health and safety, prizes and communicating results.Oversee some elements of the University’s participation in national inter-tertiary tournaments and events including but not limited to managing budgets, travel arrangements, staffing and logistics.
• Advise the Sports Team Leader on various aspects of sport delivery including opportunities to develop, process improvements and annual planning.
• Project manage and deliver sports events, programmes and services as required.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours pw), 36 months  fixed-term position.

For further details please see our  POSITION DESCRIPTION

About you | He kōrero mōu

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A bachelor’s degree or a relevant tertiary qualification.
• Relevant experience working in the sport and recreation industry.
• Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm and passion for the sport and recreation industry.
• Ability to show innovation and strive for continuous improvement.
• Outstanding communication skills and pride yourself on delivering the highest level of service to our students.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

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 (pro-rated).
• Over 300 different career development courses.
• Flexible employment practices
• Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.

For more information on the benefits of working here, see our  Staff Benefits page.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 10th January 2023to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV combined as one document.

Additional Information

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to

Benefits of working as a Sports Coordinator in Auckland:

● Learning opportunities
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Competitive salary