On this page, you will find all the latest vacancies at Basketball New Zealand, as well as jobs across the entire basketball sector, from grassroots to high performance.
- Tall Blacks Head Coach
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Term of Appointment: From 7 October 2024 to September 2028
Employment status: Part-time
Purpose of the Role: Are you passionate about basketball and driven to lead the New Zealand men’s team to international success?
The Tall Blacks are seeking a dynamic Head Coach to design and implement a cutting-edge High Performance programme for New Zealand’s upcoming 2025 FIBA Men’s Asia Cup, 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup, and 2028 Olympic campaigns. You will lead and inspire the Tall Blacks team, working alongside assistant coaches and support staff, to foster a High Performance environment that is growth-centred and sustainable.
Key Responsibilities:
As a key voice of the Tall Blacks squad, you will establish and lead a team culture that reflects both the Basketball New Zealand’s (BBNZ) and Tall Blacks values – embedding the values upheld by the Tall Blacks & BBNZ into the team’s identity and player development.
You will need to have clear communication of the Tall Blacks vision, purpose and expectations, and will ensure a high professional level of conduct both in person and on social media while representing the team in media and sponsorship requests as required.
You will select athletes according to BBNZ’s selection policy and FIBA guidelines, and collaborate with the High Performance Programme Manager, assistant coaches and performance health team on campaign plans, competition and training schedules. Contributing to BBNZ’s elite performance pathway and liaising with team general managers, college and team coaches, and other officials is also an essential part of your role.
Demonstrating high-level coaching competence, you will be tasked with developing and executing a Tall Blacks style of play to succeed on the international stage.
You will elevate athletes to international competition standards and nurture leadership potential in them. Establishing a tailored learning environment for player development, and setting programme objectives with the BBNZ General Manager High Performance and Programme Manager are key. You will develop in-depth analysis of players, the team and their opposition to inform high-level skill development programmes and game plans.
Leveraging the rich history of the Tall Blacks, you will aim to achieve top results in the 2025 FIBA Men’s Asia Cup, with goals to qualify for the 2027 FIBA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics. As a result, you will elevate New Zealand into becoming a top-20 basketball country during this term.
The ideal candidate will possess the confidence and credibility to operate at a leadership and management level, combined with a strong strategic outlook, excellent problem-solving abilities, and decision-making skills. Proven exceptional people management skills are a must, along with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
Join us on this exciting journey and be part of a legacy that inspires future generations of basketball players!
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Demonstrated expertise in coaching technical & tactical skills to 5×5 athletes, with a minimum experience of serving as an assistant coach at the High Performance level within ANBL, NBA, or EuroLeague, or as a proven head coach in the New Zealand NBL, or at an international senior level in 5×5 basketball
- Proven track record of effectively managing High Performance coaches and staff within a multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary team
- Experience dealing with all mediums of media
- Proficient in strategic and operational planning for campaign plans related to senior 5×5 basketball
- Possess confidence and credibility to operate at a leadership and management level
- Strong strategic outlook, excellent problem-solving skills, and decision-making skills
- Proven exceptional people management skills, ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal, communications (including strong presentation skills & report writing) and influencing skills
- A creative thinker with the tenacity and confidence to see things through from implementation to completion.
How to Apply:
For a copy of the job description, please email dave.wildash@nz.basketball
To apply, please send your current CV and Cover letter addressed to Dave Wildash at dave.wildash@nz.basketball
Cover letters should outline why you believe you are the right person for this role.
All applications must be received online and will be acknowledged by email. The deadline for applications is 5pm Friday, 23 August 2024.
No recruitment agencies please.
- Digital and Database Lead
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OUR VISION – Hoops in the heart of every community
OUR MISSION – We exist to inspire you to live & love this game as much as we do
Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) is the national body for the rapidly growing sport of basketball in Aotearoa. Our role is to develop, grow and promote basketball and participants of the game.
Basketball in New Zealand has experienced strong growth during the last decade with more people playing, watching, and becoming fans than ever before; it is now one of the fastest growing major sports in the country.
BBNZ has an exciting new opportunity for an exceptional individual to drive BBNZ’s digital marketing and using data insights to optimise business-wide performance. Cultivating insights that inform improved decision making across all areas of the organisation is a key factor in helping us continue to grow and deliver optimal outcomes for the Basketball community.
The Role:
This role is an integral part of the marketing & communications team and is responsible for supporting digital marketing initiatives and campaigns, developing and implementing strategies to optimise digital presence and engagement, and managing BBNZ’s databases, including fan databases, membership databases, player databases, and operational databases. The role reports to the GM Marketing & Communications.
The role will utilise data analytics tools and platforms to collect, analyse, and interpret data and trends across digital platforms. Generate insights and actionable recommendations to inform fact based, audience led decision making across the business and optimise digital strategies.
The role will manage and optimise digital marketing platforms, including websites, social media accounts, email marketing systems, and marketing automation tools, ensuring consistency in branding, messaging, and user experience across all digital platforms. Lead the development and maintenance of BBNZ’s official website and mobile applications, ensuring functionality, usability, and performance. The successful applicant will need to work closely with developers, designers, and IT teams to implement new features, enhancements, and updates based on user feedback and industry best practices.
Collaboration with internal stakeholders, including marketing, IT, operations, and commercial teams, to align digital initiatives with organisational goals and priorities is key as well as ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards related to data privacy, security, and digital accessibility.
We are looking for someone with a continuous improvement and innovative mindset, with the desire to stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in digital media, database management, and fan engagement. Someone who can identify opportunities for innovation, process improvements, and efficiency gains in digital operations and database management.
Ideally this role will be based in Wellington, but for the right person we are flexible in considering other New Zealand based locations.
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 NZ
View the position description here.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Enthusiastic and dynamic, open to new approaches & ideas
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 5 years of experience in digital marketing roles, with a focus on data analysis and optimisation.
- Experience in graphic design.
- Communication and Marketing experience
- Strong proficiency in digital marketing platforms and tools, including Google Analytics, Google Ads, social media advertising platforms, and marketing automation systems.
- Advanced data analysis skills, with experience in data visualisation, statistical analysis, and predictive modelling.
- Knowledge of digital marketing trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate insights and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset and a passion for leveraging data to drive business outcomes.
- Flexibility to travel and to work extended hours at times
Do you have what it takes to be BBNZ’s Communications & Content Lead extraordinaire?
This is a full-time, permanent employment opportunity based ideally in Wellington. For a copy of the job description, please email jobs@nz.basketball.
To apply, please send your current CV and Cover letter addressed to Belinda Edwards at jobs@nz.basketball.
Cover letters should outline why you believe you are the right person for this role.
All applications must be received online and will be acknowledged by email. The deadline for applications is 5pm Sunday, 18th August 2024.
No recruitment agencies please.
- Communications and Content Lead
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OUR VISION – Hoops in the heart of every community
OUR MISSION – We exist to inspire you to live & love this game as much as we do
Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) is the national body for the rapidly growing sport of basketball in Aotearoa. Our role is to develop, grow and promote basketball and participants of the game.
Basketball in New Zealand has experienced strong growth during the last decade with more people playing, watching, and becoming fans than ever before; it is now one of the fastest growing major sports in the country and a truly global game.
BBNZ is one of Aotearoa’s top sporting organisations and an exciting opportunity has arisen to develop and implement communication strategies to enhance BBNZ’s brand reputation, engage stakeholders and support business objectives. BBNZ is looking for a Communication and Content extraordinaire that can help take us to the next level and beyond.
The Role:
This role is an integral part of the marketing & communications team and is responsible for developing powerful communication strategies, enhancing our brand reputation, developing compelling content for various communication channels, including press releases, articles, blog posts, social media posts, and internal communications. The role reports to the GM Marketing & Communications.
The role will collaboratively develop and deliver comprehensive communication strategies using industry trends and best practices aligned with our business objectives. Ensure that BBNZ’s brand identity is consistent across all marketing materials and communications Communicate an integrated marketing strategy that leverages all mediums and ensures all BBNZ’s brands and products are positioned and communicated to achieve the organisation’s objectives. Use content creation and storytelling skills to deliver engaging messaging that resonates with target audiences and reinforces BBNZ’s brand identity.
The role will cultivate and enhance relationships with media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers to secure media coverage and promote positive press for BBNZ while continually looking to explore non-traditional media platforms to engage with key fans and audiences.
Internal communication is key to helping BBNZ’s operate in an efficient and effective way, this role will be responsible for developing and implementing internal communication strategies to keep employees informed and engaged with company initiatives, values, and goals, including content for internal newsletters, intranet sites, and any other communication channels to foster a positive and inclusive organisational culture.
Ideally this role will be based in Wellington, but for the right person we are flexible in considering other New Zealand based locations.
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 one of the fastest growing major sports in NZ
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Enthusiastic and dynamic, open to new approaches & ideas
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 3 years of experience in communications roles, with a focus on strategic communication planning and execution.
- Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and compelling messaging for diverse audiences and communication channels.
- Proven experience in media relations, with a track record of securing positive media coverage and building relationships with journalists.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Crisis communication experience preferred, including the ability to remain calm under pressure and manage communication during high-stress situations.
- Knowledge of digital communication tools and platforms, including social media, content management systems, and email marketing platforms.
- Experience in cultural and youth centric campaigns and content
- Flexibility to travel and to work extended hours at times
View the position description here.
Do you have what it takes to be BBNZ’s Communications & Content Lead extraordinaire?
This is a full-time, permanent employment opportunity based ideally in Wellington. For a copy of the job description, please email jobs@nz.basketball.
To apply, please send your current CV and Cover letter addressed to Belinda Edwards at jobs@nz.basketball.
Cover letters should outline why you believe you are the right person for this role.
All applications must be received online and will be acknowledged by email. The deadline for applications is 5pm Sunday, 18th August 2024.
No recruitment agencies please.
- General Manager Marketing and Communications
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OUR VISION – Hoops in the heart of every community
OUR MISSION – We exist to inspire you to live & love this game as much as we do
Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ) is the national body for the rapidly growing sport of basketball in Aotearoa. Our role is to develop, grow and promote basketball and participants of the game.
Basketball in New Zealand has experienced strong growth during the last decade with more people playing, watching, and becoming fans than ever before; it is now one of the fastest growing major sports in the country and a truly global game.
An exciting opportunity to lead and transform the marketing and communications function of one of Aotearoa’s top sporting organisations has arisen and BBNZ is looking for a dynamic GM who can bring individuality, aspiration, creativity and passion, turning ordinary into extraordinary. We are looking for someone who is agile, an aspirational thinker, and not afraid to set stretch goals.
About Us:
Basketball has experienced strong growth in Aotearoa over the last decade with more people playing, watching, and becoming fans than ever before.
Basketball is one of New Zealand’s fastest growing major sports. Our national teams are playing at home more than ever before and our successes have provided more international presence than ever. Our local leagues, competitions and tournaments are getting bigger each year. Participation numbers are constantly rising, and more eyes are on our game.
The Role:
This role is an integral part of BBNZ’s Senior Leadership team and is responsible for ensuring all marketing, communications and fan engagement activity contributes to deep and long lasting relationships with our participants and fans. The role reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
The role will develop, deliver and communicate an integrated marketing strategy that leverages all mediums and ensures all of BBNZ’s brands and products are positioned and communicated to achieve the organisation’s objectives. Brand management is a key component of this role, ensuring consistency across all marketing materials and communications. Digital Marketing is vital across BBNZ activities, and this role will be responsible for developing and implementing a digital strategy, leading marketing initiatives and staying abreast of industry trends and innovative strategies to drive engagement and conversation. The role will oversee the communications function, ensuring a coordinated approach to all PR and communications activities.
This role will have 2FTE direct reports, a Communications and Contents Lead and a Digital and Database lead role. Ideally this role will be based in Wellington, but for the right person we are flexible in considering other New Zealand based locations.
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 one of the fastest growing major sports in NZ
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Enthusiastic and dynamic, open to new approaches & ideas
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in marketing and communications roles, with 5 years experience in a leadership position.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful marketing strategies that drive business growth.
- Strong understanding of digital marketing channels and technologies, with hands-on experience in SEO/SEM, email marketing, and social media.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messaging for various audiences.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Strategic thinker with a data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Continuous learner with a hunger to adapt and evolve strategies and tactics to best achieve objectives.
- Experience with cultural & trend-based marketing.
- Creative and solutions focused while optimising varied budgets
- Flexibility to travel and to work extended hours at times
View the position description here.
Do you have what it takes to lead and transform BBNZ’s marketing and communications function?
This is a full-time, permanent employment opportunity based ideally in Wellington. For a copy of the job description, please email jobs@nz.basketball.
To apply, please send your current CV and Cover letter addressed to Belinda Edwards at jobs@nz.basketball.
Cover letters should outline why you believe you are the right person for this role.
All applications must be received online and will be acknowledged by email. The deadline for applications is 5pm Sunday, 18th August 2024.
No recruitment agencies please.
- >> How to Submit a Vacancy
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This vacancy listing service is provided free by Basketball New Zealand for the basketball sector in New Zealand. Email the following information (preferably in Microsoft Word format) to bbnz@nz.basketball:
- job title, and organisation name
- job reference number (if applicable)
- description of the job and your requirements (no more than 300 words)
- closing date (essential)
- your website address (if applicable)
- your contact email, telephone number and/or postal address
- instructions on how an applicant should apply and where to send or email their application
- a job description if possible (this can be in PDF format)
