SLSNZ  Summer Staff Positions

Want to spend your summer working at the beach? Applications are now open for a range of Regional Guard and Beach Education positions for the 2017/2018 season.

For more information head to our Summer Staff Positions page or get in touch with your local Lifesaving Manager. 

Commercial Manager

(Permanent position)

Due to the incumbent moving overseas, SLSNZ is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join its senior management team.  The role manages SLSNZ's commercial partnerships, business development, sponsorship, licensing and other commercial opportunities as well as looking after marketing, brand management, communications, media and PR.  The role also contributes in the fundraising area and in the overall strategic direction of the organisation.

The person being sought will bring all or some of the following: 

• At least 5 years experience in a senior sponsorship, brand or marketing management position.
• An appropriate tertiary qualification in marketing or business-related field.
• Experience managing significant sponsorship and partner relationships.
• Experience in brand management practice, including brand protection and guidance.
• Experience working in a NGO or large membership based organisation would be highly desirable.
• Ideally experience fundraising - corporate and consumer.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and relationship management skills.
• Proven resilience and drive.

The closing date for all applications is 5pm Monday 29 January 2018 .

Available Documents:

• Job Description (PDF)

For more information about this position please contact Paul Dalton. To apply forward your CV and a covering letter to Paul Dalton at the email address listed - paul.dalton@surflifesaving.org.nz

Chief Operations Officer

(Permanent position)

Due to a need to free up the CEO's time from operational matters, this new role is being created within the organisation.  The role is a very broad one with responsibility for national and regional operations, programmes and services including lifesaving, sport, education and member development.  Responsibilities will include:

• Support the CEO in the development and delivery of the organisation's Strategic Plan.
• Lead and support a team of high performing senior managers.
  • Co-ordinate, oversight and support the development & implementation of the:
    • Regional Management Plans.
    • Lifesaving Plan.
    • Sport Plan.
    • Member Development Framework and Pathway.
    • Key development projects.
    • Co-ordinate and oversee an effective national pipeline of innovation and change management.
    • Develop and maintain a wide variety of stakeholder relationships, both internal and external.
    • Proactive and reactive troubleshooting.

The person being sought will bring all or some of the following: 

• A broad understanding of SLSNZ or previous exposure to operations of a large national charity/ membership organisation or equivalent.
• A good understanding of lifesaving, sport, community education and membership development.
• The ability to lead, coach, develop, motivate, support and positively influence a team of senior managers and extensive volunteer networks.
• Excellent relationship management skills with strong networking ability.
• Project management experience - a start to finish approach with proven ability to successfully manage a number of concurrent activities producing high quality outputs and meet deadlines.
• Depth of experience in planning and managing budgets and cost centres.
• A track record of successfully implementing change.
• Well-developed communication skills - especially written communications.
• Strength in problem solving, critical and analytical thinking as well as being able to roll up their sleeves and deliver.
• The ability to see the big picture while paying attention to detail.
• A positive and professional approach reflecting SLSNZ's values.
• An understanding of learning and development pathways.

The closing date for all applications is 5pm Friday 9 February 2018 .

Available Documents:

• Job Description (PDF)

For more information about this position please contact Paul Dalton. To apply forward your CV and a covering letter to Paul Dalton at the email address listed - paul.dalton@surflifesaving.org.nz

Club Support - Taranaki

(Permanent Part time position - 20 hours per week)

Surf Life Saving New Zealand is currently looking to employ an individual to take responsibility for Club Support in Taranaki. This position will be based in the New Plymouth and reports to the Central Region Manager.
The purpose of this role is to assist clubs in the Taranaki and Wanganui areas to ensure they can work effectively enabling the development of their members.

We are looking for a person with strong administration skills, who can work independently .Some degree of flexibility will be required due to the seasonal nature of the positions requirements.
It is important that the successful candidate has a friendly and approachable manner and is able to build good relationship with clubs, sponsors and other key stake holders in the Taranaki area.

Effective communication skills both written and oral and a commitment to a high standard of customer service are essential for this role. Surf Life Saving knowledge and experience along with broad experience dealing with Volunteers at a club level would be helpful.

The closing date for all applications is 5pm Sunday 28th January 2018.

Available Documents:

• Job Description (PDF)

For more information about this position please contact Charlie Cordwell on charlie.cordwell@surflifesaving.org.nz.

To apply forward your CV and a covering letter to Charlie Cordwell at the email address listed.

Sport Committee's Expressions of Interest Sought:

Surf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ) is seeking expressions of interest from members who would like to apply for the following Sport Committee's positions:

• 2x National Sport Committee Appointed Positions
• 1x Surf Officials Advisory Group Position
• 1x Appointed IRB Sport Advisory Group Position
• 1x Central Region Rep IRB Sport Advisory Group Position
• 1x Eastern Region Rep IRB Sport Advisory Group Position

The objective these Sport Committee's is to assist SLSNZ in delivery and development of surf sport. The people we are looking for in the National Sport Committee positions are 'all-rounders' who has had experience across a broad range of lifesaving or surf sport areas.  The Committee is responsible to the Sport Manager, SLSNZ.   The Surf Officials and IRB advisory positions are expert groups in those areas of Surf Life Saving and we are seeking members with skills and knowledge to join these strategic groups.

They will also have outstanding relationship management skills and the ability to communicate to a diverse group of stakeholders with real impact. Ideally they are someone who has already had some experience at club and local committee level.

These are volunteer positions with all related expenses covered by SLSNZ.  The National Sport Committee will have at least three face to face meetings and regular teleconferences each year while the advisory groups have 1 face to face and regular teleconferences. For more information on the scope of the committees and requirements of the roles please read the relevant Terms of Reference here. Positions are for two years from 19^th January 2018 to May 2020.

The following desirable attributes will be taken into consideration when appointing members:

1. The ability to think strategically and philosophically and contribute to the future development / direction of surf sport activities of Surf Life Saving in New Zealand
2. A cross section of skills and experience from within SLSNZ or another organisation / place of   employment 
3. A comprehensive understanding of surf sport policies, regulations and models of best practice
4. A positive and professional approach with strengths in problem solving, critical and analytical thinking
5. Excellent relationship management skills with strong networking ability

Please include in your application:

1. An Expression of interest form  (Word version) outlining the reasons why you would like to be appointed onto the Sport Committee or advisory groups (maximum 2 pages)
2. A curriculum vitae that outlines your relevant experience.

Emailed to:- Mike Lord, Sport Manager, Surf Life Saving New Zealand, mike.lord@surflifesaving.org.nz

Expressions close at 5pm Monday 29 January 2018 (Link to advert download)

Club Vacancies:

There are currently no club positions vacant.