Kelburn, Wellington
Administrative Assistants (Administration & Office Support)
Full time
$52,629 to $64,190 per annum

• Do you have a tertiary qualification in Physical Education, Recreation, or another related discipline?
• Are you organised, innovative and passionate about sport and recreation?
• Have you got experience using the Microsoft 365 suite?

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 full-time Sports Administrator to join the University Recreation Wellington team.

The Sports Administrator works closely with the Sports and Clubs 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.
  • VUW's University and Tertiary Sport NZ (UTSNZ) 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.
• Provide facility booking assistance and general support to clubs, teams, and groups.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

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

• A tertiary qualification in Physical Education, Recreation, or other related discipline.
• The ability to be self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft 365 programmes.
• An unwavering love of sport.

Additional desired skills/experience include:

• Experience coordinating and supervising Sport and/or recreational events.
• Experience in a physical education or recreation environment.
• Current first aid certificate.
• Knowledge of the university, tertiary and student environment.

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.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

An exciting opportunity to work within a 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 University Recreation team and help lead our community through the delivery of outstanding sport experiences.

Role Description

Close Date for Vacancy: 17 January 2024. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Karl Whalen (0275636622, karl.whalen@vuw.ac.nz). But applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important - Application Steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form. Then, please combine your cover letter, CV, and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format). Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter and the University application form) using the "CV/Resume" button.

If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.

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Article added: Wednesday 10 January 2024