About Us

As leaders of a dynamic and non-contact sport, Volleyball New Zealand’s mission is to unlock the ihiihi (thrill) of volleyball for all. Participation in Poirewa in Aotearoa is inter-generational, inclusive of gender and ability and characterised by diverse ethnicities, reflecting the truly global footprint of the game.  

About the role

The Indoor Competitions Manager will oversee and manage all aspects of Indoor Competitions within the organisation, ensuring the smooth operation of success of these events.

The role will require working effectively and collaboratively with participants, officials and stakeholders – enhancing the overall experience of all beach competitions.

Who we’re looking for

If you consider yourself a leader, a team player, an innovator, or someone who enjoys a challenge to help evolve key products for our community, then this is the role for you. 

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience and success in managing sports competitions
  
  
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple competitions simultaneously.
  
  
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with participants, officials, and stakeholders
  
  
• Knowledge of relevant sports rules and regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them in a fair and consistent manner
  
  
• To be considered for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Aotearoa New Zealand and obtain a Police Vetting check.

If you are interested in this role but don’t believe your experience or skills match every element of the position description, we still strongly encourage you to apply.

Aligned to our organisational values below, Volleyball New Zealand aims to build and deliver an environment where diversity of thought and experience, staff member wellbeing, learning and growth are key strengths of ours.

We believe that if we fuel and support your growth as much as possible, our people, our organisation and our sport, will reap the rewards.

Our values:

• Manaakitanga – we give, we care, we respect
• Mahi Tahi – we listen, we connect, we inspire
• He Tangata – we embrace diversity, we promote equity

Application process and Position Description

To apply, please click here (Seek website).

Click here for the full position description (PDF).

Applications close 5pm, Monday 19 August.

Volleyball New Zealand seeks applications for the position of Volley Ferns Head Coach for the next cycle of the programme.

Our senior women’s indoor programme is designed to develop New Zealand Volleyball athletes who can perform to the best of their ability consistently. The Volley Ferns Head Coach will play a significant role in helping to achieve this goal. The purpose of the role is to create an environment that inspires, challenges, and develops their athletes to be better.

The key roles and responsibilities for the role over the two-year team cycle period (both domestically and internationally) are:

•         Prepare a two-year plan inclusive of internal and international activities, which meets the stated outcomes of the nationally focused development of the programme (athletes and coaches are being serviced nationally)

•         Attend Volleyball New Zealand events to observe athletes in action so you can select, give feedback, and build relationships with your athletes

•         Build rapport with your athletes to gain trust and respect

•         Improve the overall performance of the athletes in your team

•         Prepare and travel with the team to domestic and international commitments

To apply, please email your Coaching CV and Cover Letter to Volleyball New Zealand Performance Administrator Teresa Highnam – admin@volleyballnz.org.nz

Applications close 5pm, Friday 22 December, 2023

Click here for the full position description (PDF).

Volleyball New Zealand seeks applications for the position of New Zealand A Beach Coach for the next cycle of the respective programme.

Our NZ A programme is designed to develop New Zealand Volleyball athletes who can perform to the best of their ability consistently. Our NZ A Coaches play a significant role in helping to achieve this goal. The purpose of the role is to create an environment that inspires, challenges, and develops their athletes to be better.

The role involves part time squad coaching December 2023 - October 24, involvement in training camps as well as the 2024 G.J. Gardner Homes New Zealand Beach Tour. 

To apply, please email your Coaching CV and Cover Letter to Volleyball New Zealand High Performance Coach Jason Lochhead - jason@volleyballnz.org.nz 

Click here for the full position description.

Applications close Thursday 7 December, 2023.

Volleyball New Zealand seeks applications for the positions of Men's and Women's National Junior Beach Coaches for the next cycle of the respective programmes.

The roles include full delivery and involvement in the programme of player identification, selection and participation at all relevant events in the age group, including but not limited to: New Zealand domestic camp and development opportunities, Oceania-based events, Asian Championships, World Championships and Youth Commonwealth Games.

Click here for the full position description for both roles (PDF).

To apply, please email your Coaching CV and Cover Letter to Volleyball New Zealand Performance Administrator Teresa Highnam - admin@volleyballnz.org.nz.

Applications close 5pm, Monday 20 November.