• Do you have experience coordinating and supervising Sport and/or recreational events?
• Are you organised, innovative and passionate about sport and recreation?
• Will you be able to multi-task and communicate effectively?

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.

Our core ethical values are respect, responsibility, fairness, integrity, and empathy. These core ethical values are demonstrated in our commitment to sustainability, wellbeing, inclusivity, equity, diversity, collegiality, and openness. With, and as, tangata whenua, we value Te Tiriti o Waitangi, rangatiratanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, whai mātauranga, whanaungatanga, and akoranga.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a part-time (20 hours/week) Sports Administrator to join the University Recreation Wellington team.

The Sports Administrator works closely with the Sports Manager to deliver a comprehensive range of sporting opportunities to the student community, ensuring students have access to an inclusive, balanced and high-quality sporting model that provides opportunities for social through to performance participation.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and delivery of a comprehensive and effective sport participation model that includes:- Social through to competitive sport- Victoria University of Wellington's University and Tertiary Sport NZ participation- Sports Leagues- Tournaments and events
• Assist with the Athlete Support service strand, working to ensure student athletes are identified, supported and celebrated
• Assist in ensuring all sport spaces and equipment are safe, accessible, and performing as required
• Build and maintain strong relationships to complement delivery, actively participating in robust planning review processes and considering equity and diversity at all times
• Coordinating the sports referee staffing pool to support the department through the delivery of sports leagues

Ō pūmanawa - About you

Along with a proven ability to multi-task and communicate effectively, essentials to apply for the role include the following:

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• The ability to be self-motivated
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft 365 programmes

Additional desired skills/experience include the following:

• Experience coordinating and supervising Sport and/or recreational events
• Experience in a physical education or recreation environment
• Current first-aid certificate

We need someone who is organised, innovative and passionate about Sport and recreation. This is an ideal role for someone looking for diverse development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference to the lives of students.

Key requirements:

• A tertiary qualification in Physical Education, Recreation or another related discipline
• Experience in Recreation or Sports Administration
• A current First-Aid certificate
• Experience in planning and delivering sporting/recreational events
• Knowledge of the university, tertiary and student environment is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to maintain a fully vaccinated status

Why you should join our team

An exciting opportunity to work within supportive and energetic environment. This role is perfect for a multi-skilled professional with recreation and administration experience who is looking to make a difference in a tertiary environment. Join our recreation team and help lead our community through the delivery of effective sport and wellbeing services.

Please go to our careers site to view the role description.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Conor O'Fee, 04 463 5399, conor.ofee@vuw.ac.nz but applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important - Application steps and information

For applicants who are not NZ Citizens or Permanent Residents, we recommend you check the NZ Immigration website for updates related to Covid19 restrictions on entry to New Zealand: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/covid-19

Download and complete the University Application Form.

Click the apply now button and follow the process to enter your contact details and add your CV in the online form.

Please include a cover letter in your application, telling us why you're a great fit for this position then email the completed application form, cover letter and any other supporting documentation to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.

Applications close Friday, 14 January 2022.

Reference 3146.

JOB DETAILS

Reference #21953

Posted on: 14 Dec 2021

Closes on: 14 Jan 2022 17:00

Location(s): Wellington Region

Expertise: Administration, Sports sector

Article added: Friday 17 December 2021