Gm Competitions and International Events

**GM Competitions and International Events**

**About NZ Football**:
Football is the global game and Football in New Zealand is the biggest game in the country, providing experiences and opportunities for all - male and female, young and not so young, talented athletes and community level players. New Zealand Football's purpose is to enrich lives and connect people through positive experiences to build strong communities, and our staff are passionate and talented people who are committed to living our core Values: Enjoyment, Respect, Collaboration, Inclusive and Ambition. New Zealand Football is committed to upholding the mana of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is embarking on a journey to grow and embed a rich, vibrant culture of diversity and inclusion. We aim to make football the most inclusive sport in Aotearoa New Zealand, and we'd love you to join us.

As the General Manager of Competitions & International Events, you will be a key member of the Senior Management team, leading NZF's Competitions and International Events portfolio. This high-profile, strategic role is crucial in shaping the future of football in New Zealand, directing the delivery of national competitions and international events hosted across the country. You will ensure these events not only meet the highest standards but also elevate the presence of New Zealand Football on the global stage.

You will drive and develop close partnership with key stakeholders work including federations, clubs, and international bodies such as OFC and FIFA, to deliver sustainable national competitions and international fixtures for teams like the All Whites and Football Ferns. Your leadership will drive change, ensuring these events contribute to establishing clear talent pathways for players, coaches, and referees.

**Key Responsibilities**
- ** Strategic Leadership**:Play a pivotal role in contributing to the Football in NZ Strategic Direction as part of the Senior Management team, delivering key outcomes aligned with executive priorities.
- ** Portfolio Oversight**:Lead the planning, execution, and review of national competitions and international events hosted in New Zealand, ensuring they align with NZF's strategic objectives and are delivered to the highest standards under tight time frames.
- ** Project Management**:Manage multiple, competing tasks and projects simultaneously, prioritising effectively to meet deadlines and deliver quality results.
- ** Stakeholder Management**:Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Federations, clubs, and international bodies like OFC and FIFA, ensuring open communication and collaboration.
- ** Governance and Compliance**:Oversee the development and maintenance of best practice competition governance, ensuring compliance with NZF, OFC, and FIFA regulations, and supporting the sport's integrity.
- ** Team Leadership**:Strategically lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes NZF's values and drives operational excellence.

Desired Skills and Experience

**About You**
You are a strategic leader with extensive experience in senior community sports management, preferably in football, including strategic planning and business development. You bring a proven ability to think conceptually and strategically, executing plans effectively under tight deadlines. Your project management skills enable you to manage complex and competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of delivery. You have a track record of managing large-scale national and international events, and your strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and stakeholder management abilities will be essential in this role.

**Qualifications**
- A tertiary qualification, ideally in sports management, administration, or business.
- Proven experience in a senior community sports management role, with a focus on strategic planning and business development.

**Why Join Us?**
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of football in New Zealand. Join us and lead a dynamic team dedicated to creating exceptional competitions and international events that connect communities and elevate New Zealand's presence on the world football stage

Applications close at 5pm on 4th October 2024. Please note all applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. This job advert will close sooner if an appointment is made prior to the closing date of the advert.

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