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- BBNZ Executive Assistant & Office Manager (0.8FTE)
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Position Overview:
Are you a proactive, highly organised professional who thrives in a dynamic environment? Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant & Office Manager to be the backbone of our operations and a trusted partner to our Chief Executive and the BBNZ Board.
This pivotal role blends executive support with office management, ensuring our leadership team and staff are empowered to perform at their best. You’ll be at the heart of our organisation, driving efficiency, fostering a positive workplace culture, and helping us deliver on our mission to grow and support basketball across Aotearoa.
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Your responsibilities include:
Executive Support
• Be the right hand to the Chief Executive, managing calendars, correspondence, travel, reporting, and confidential documentation.
• Coordinate Board activities including meeting logistics, communications, travel, and minute-taking.
• Prepare and distribute Board papers, reports, and AGM materials.
• Support Senior Leadership Team meetings with agenda planning and minute-taking.
• Organise stakeholder and committee meetings with precision and professionalism.Office Management
• Be the friendly face and first point of contact for BBNZ’s general communications and phone lines.
• Manage office supplies, facilities, and vendor relationships to keep everything running smoothly.
• Maintain and improve administrative systems, including organisation-wide document filing and SharePoint updates.
• Lead the planning of staff events, huis, farewells, and celebrations that reflect our values and culture.
• Oversee office tidiness and functionality, ensuring a welcoming and productive environment.Health & Safety Leadership
• Champion a safe and healthy workplace as our Health & Safety lead and floor warden.
• Ensure emergency supplies and procedures are always up to date.
• Promote a culture of wellbeing and safety across the organisation.What BBNZ offers:
• An exciting, dynamic, and challenging work environment
• Professional development and exposure to the sport and recreation sector
• Flexible working arrangements
• The opportunity to make an impact with the fastest growing major sport in NZWhat You’ll Bring
• A tertiary qualification and strong administrative experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools.
• Exceptional organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong eye for detail.
• A proactive mindset and ability to juggle multiple priorities with grace.
• Enthusiastic and dynamic.
• A flexible and positive attitude to operate in a dynamic work environment with an ability to work autonomously in both a home and office environment.
• A commitment to teamwork, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to travel and to work extended hours at times.We pride ourselves on our supportive and collaborative team culture, and we are looking for someone who shares our values and is committed to contributing to the team effort
Do you have what it takes to be BBNZ’s Executive Assistant and Office Manager?
This is a parttime position (0.8FTE) employment opportunity, based ideally in Wellington. This role will be required to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week with the option to work from home on other days. We are open to being flexible on the distribution of the 0.8FTE hours.Here is a copy of the JD for this role BBNZ Executive Assistant and Office Manager
All applications must be received online via seek and will be acknowledged by email.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday the 8th September 2025.
No recruitment agencies please. - General Manager – Canterbury Basketball Association
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The Canterbury Basketball current GM, Clive Beaumont, is retiring at the end of 2025, so they are now searching for someone to lead their organisation.
General Manager – Canterbury Basketball Association
Lead with Purpose. Empower with Trust. Grow the Game.
Applications must be submitted via Seek.
Are you a strategic leader who believes in empowering others to thrive? Canterbury Basketball Association (CBA) is seeking a forward-thinking General Manager to guide our organisation into its next exciting chapter.
CBA is New Zealand’s largest regional basketball organisation, delivering leagues, development programmes, and representative pathways. With new facilities opening in 2026 and a vibrant basketball community, we’re poised for growth and innovation.
The Opportunity
As General Manager, you’ll lead a passionate team, drive strategic initiatives, and foster a culture of trust, autonomy, and collaboration. You’ll empower staff and volunteers to take ownership of their roles while ensuring the organisation remains aligned with its mission and values.What You’ll Do
– Champion CBA’s strategic direction and community impact
– Support and enable staff to lead their areas with confidence and independence
– Strengthen financial sustainability through smart planning and partnerships
– Build inclusive, high-performing teams and a culture of continuous learning
– Represent CBA across regional and national forums
– Drive innovation in programme delivery and stakeholder engagementWhat You’ll Bring
– Proven leadership in sport, community, or business sectors
– Strong financial and strategic acumen
– Inclusive, empowering leadership style
– Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
– Experience in fundraising, grant management, and stakeholder engagementWhy Join CBA?
– Be part of a values-driven, community-focused organisation
– Lead a team that’s passionate about sport and personal growth
– Shape the future of basketball in Canterbury
– Enjoy a dynamic role with real impactReady to lead with purpose and empower others to succeed?
Apply now and help us grow the game, together.
Applications are invited, and should be submitted, via our job listing on Seek.
The deadline for applications is 5pm 19 September 2025