Vacancies

sport development officer

Position Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 12th January 2025

Interviews starting: 20th January 2025

Reports to: CEO of Disability Sport Auckland

Start date: Early February 2025

About Disability Sport Auckland (DSA):

Disability Sport Auckland (DSA) is dedicated to providing sports and recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities. We are committed to promoting inclusion, well-being, and active lifestyles within our community.

Job Summary:

As the Sport Development Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Sport Development Manager with the delivery, expansion, and sustainability of our programmes and events. This includes introducing new activities to the Auckland region and further developing those already established. You will be the face of DSA, building strong relationships with participants, families, and the community to grow engagement and participation.

Key Responsibilities:

 Champion Programmes for Young People

  • Assist in planning, organising, and delivering regional sessions, programmes, monthly junior events, and other identified opportunities.

  • Ensure programmes are designed to be sustainable and impactful for participants.

  • Grow Participation & Pathways

    • Support the implementation of strategies to expand the participant base and create pathways for players, coaches, and volunteers.

  • Be the Face of Disability Sport Auckland

    • Develop strong relationships with:
      a. Young people participating in our programmes
      b. Parents, guardians, and carers
      c. Disability Sport Auckland members and stakeholders
      d. Internal DSA team and partners

  • Flexibility & Collaboration

    • Adapt to the changing needs of the organisation and take on additional tasks when required.

    • Be prepared to travel across Auckland and work flexible hours to meet the demands of events, competitions, and programme delivery.

 

Experience & Skills
Essential:

  • Experience working in education, health, sport, or the disability sector

  • A passion for empowering people to achieve through sport

  • Strong organisational and time management skills

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Desirable:

  • An understanding of disability and Para sport

  • Experience in coaching or delivering sport and recreation activities

  • Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities

  • A commitment to personal and professional development

Personal Attributes

  • Forward-thinking, proactive, and able to use initiative

  • Exceptional attention to detail, delivering high-quality work consistently

  • Self-motivated, organised, and disciplined

  • A team player with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for community impact