Employment Opportunities With Sport Bay Of Plenty
Sport Bay of Plenty has signaled its intention to be the LEAD AGENCY with regard to providing information and support to the physical activity and sport sector in the Bay of Plenty. To achieve this goal we will need to have people involved within our organization who have the knowledge, experience and passion to LEAD the sector, and as such are looking for the right people to join the team and make it happen.
VACANCIES AT SPORT BAY OF PLENTY
Below is a list of vacancies currently available at Sport Bay of Plenty. For more information about the position, please click on the position title. All applications must include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae and a completed Sport Bay of Plenty application form.
Event Delivery Opportunity
Sport Bay of Plenty is seeking expressions of interest from individuals or organisations to deliver a portfolio of community events.
Experience in delivering large scale multisport events in a safe and professional manner is preferable. We are interested in event directors who may be able to deliver some or all of the events within the portfolio.
If you are interested we welcome you to submit a brief CV and expression of interest to:
The Commercial Manager
Sport Bay of Plenty
PO Box 13335
TAURANGA
or email stephenm@sportbop.co.nz
Expressions of interest must be received by Wednesday 16th September 2010
Family Lifestyle Coach, Rotorua
Full time, Fixed term until 30 June 2011
Sport Bay of Plenty is seeking an exceptional Family Lifestyle Coach to provide a service in Rotorua, to cover a parental leave period. This position is funded through Health Rotorua PHO.
This position requires a person who has a robust knowledge of exercise prescription and/ or exercise science. The role involves working with children and families in their homes to increase their levels of physical activity and educate them on healthy food choices. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural awareness and the ability to provide a range of advice in a non-threatening, balanced manner is essential.
The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in exercise prescription, physical education, health or social science. Motivational interviewing experience and excellent listening/counseling skills are imperative. You will hold practical sessions for participants to encourage a less sedentary lifestyle and educate them on what is available in the community.
Our organisation’s goal is to be the most active region in the NZ, and we place a strong emphasis on working in a team, and developing creative, resourceful solutions. Applicants must be able to think laterally and have a resilient attitude. Ability to establish strong working relationships with a range of people, and excellent communication and organisational skills are essential. A current driver’s license is also required.
Please click here for an application form and job description or contact Rebecca Smith - rebeccas@sportbop.co.nz or telephone 07 348 4125. For any further queries about the role please contact Catherine McCulloch, Health Team Leader on 0274 746 018, or catherinem@sportbop.co.nz.
Applications close Wednesday 15th of September at 4pm. Interviews for this position will be held on Monday 27th September 2010.
Other Sporting Jobs in the Bay of Plenty
EASTERN PIRATES ROTORUA - QUALIFIED AND/OR EXPERIENCED NETBALL COACHES
Volunteer Based
Searching for qualified and/or experienced coaches that would be interested in coaching one of our Premier teams next season. Our top club team is rebuilding from being social orientated into a more competitive based focus. We are a non-profit organisation, so this is volunteer based.
Please contact:
Netball Executive Tania Welch Tania.Welch@police.govt.nz with a basic coaching CV for expression of interest before September 24th, 2010.
YMCA NATIONAL SPORT & RECREATION MANAGER
Based at a YMCA in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Can you develop partnerships and create opportunities that will lead to more people being actively involved in recreation, sport and the outdoors at YMCA’s throughout the country?
The YMCA is a leading provider of recreation, sport and the outdoors in New Zealand. We have about 2000 staff, 16 YMCA’s located throughout the country, 40 recreation centres, 6 camps and we currently have over 3million participations in our programmes annually.
YMCAs throughout the country wish to ensure more people participate in recreation, sport and outdoor recreation. We wish to develop new opportunities, partnerships and programmes. We want to do more and do it better.
If you are a strategic thinker, self motivated, able to develop partnerships, have a background in Sport, Recreation and/or the Outdoors, this may be an excellent opportunity for you. This senior national role requires a person who is able to work with YMCA managers and staff throughout the country.
The successful applicant will probably be based at a YMCA in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch. For a comprehensive job description contact Barbara Duley-Foote at YMCA New Zealand on (04)568 9622 or at national@ymca.org.nz or check out the website www.ymca.org.nz.
Applications close 5pm Wednesday 15 September.
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