A rare and exciting opportunity to step into the sport industry has arisen at Basketball New Zealand. Basketball in Aotearoa has experienced strong growth during the last decade with more people playing, watching, and becoming fans.
The purpose of this role is to grow commercial revenue and find efficiencies, through expert discovery and exploration of new and untapped business opportunities and relationships. The role will be trusted to dive right in, take the lead, be innovative, use initiative, and help build our brand and form partnerships with other brands that help make everyday basketball activities appealing for people around New Zealand and allows our National Teams to succeed on the world stage.
This is a full-time, permanent, employment opportunity that requires flexibility and a willingness to travel. An understanding of basketball as a sport would be advantageous.
SportNZ are recruiting on behalf of Basketball New Zealand and interviews will be conducted by Basketball NZ.
To apply for this position, please click here.
| Reference # |
22142 |
| Posted on |
01 Mar 2022 |
| Closes on |
15 Mar 2022 17:00 |
| Location(s) |
Wellington |
| Expertise |
Commercial, Management, Relationship Management, Sports sector |
| Job level(s) |
Management |
| Work type(s) |
Permanent full-time |
| More details (document) |
Business Development Manager – Basketball New Zealand.pdf |
Closes: 22 March 2022
Applicant location: Nationwide
Term: 4 years
Time commitment: 8 half day meetings per year
Remuneration: Expenses only
Incumbent re standing: No
Contact Name vicki@nz.basketball
Position Description
Basketball New Zealand is the national sporting organisation for basketball. Our vision is for a hoop at the heart of every Kiwi neighbourhood. Read more about what we do at www.nz.basketball.
Basketball continues to experience rapid growth, especially amongst youth. Basketball appeals to all genders, all ages, ethnicities and cultures – it is a global sport with unrealised potential in New Zealand.
Strong governance is key to realising this potential. Applications are invited for one appointed position to replace our current appointed board member whose term expires after the AGM in May 2022.
Ideal Candidate
Our Board Members hold volunteer positions and are jointly responsible for setting the strategic direction of basketball, annual budgets and finance, meeting international obligations and monitoring progress against strategic and annual plans. The Board meets approximately eight times per annum, by Zoom or in person in Wellington.
A Board Appointment Panel will assess and appoint candidates against a range of criteria including:
- Prior governance experience with a proven record of achievement
- Sound commercial skills especially in strategy development and planning
- Well -connected within the Māori or Pasifika communities
- An interest in, and understanding of, the sport of basketball in New Zealand
Diversity
We particularly encourage applications from male candidates to maintain the current board gender balance, Tangata Whenua, Pasifika, Other ethnicities, Individuals with a disability and the LGBTIQ community. South Island and Upper North Island based individuals are also be encouraged to apply.
Information Required to apply
If you believe you have the necessary attributes, please
- Complete the Material Declaration Form here.
- Send a full CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Send all information or enquiries to Vicki Lienert, Basketball New Zealand PO Box 6052, Marion Square, Wellington 6141 or email vicki@nz.basketball.
Applications close on Tuesday 22 March 2022.
