Sport and Leisure Advisor

You are a proactive connector who enjoys bringing people and possibilities together. You can influence change, organise competing priorities and communicate confidently with people from a wide range of backgrounds. You have:

· Demonstrated relationship-building and stakeholder-management experience.

· Experience coordinating people, groups, activities and/or projects.

· Knowledge of, or established connections within, the regional sport and leisure sector.

· Experience in sport, recreation or leisure environments with people of different ages and stages.

· Strong planning, communication, advocacy and time-management skills.

· A person-centred, culturally responsive and collaborative approach.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

A sport management qualification, experience in the not-for-profit or disability sector, and experience training adults would be advantageous.

Ngā painga | What we offer*

· 5 weeks of Annual Leave

· Flexible working options available

· 1 Day of Birthday Leave and 1 Wellbeing Day

· Health and Wellbeing Allowance

· Eye Test and Prescription Lens Reimbursement

· Access to 70+ discounts with businesses across the country

· And many more!

*conditions apply

This role will commence in January 2027, following the annual BLVNZ office shutdown period.

We are looking for a relationship-focused Sport and Leisure Advisor, on a part time basis, working 30 hours per week, to connect clients across Wellington with inclusive, meaningful opportunities in their communities. You will work alongside clients, colleagues, volunteers, clubs, providers and community organisations to remove barriers, grow participation and support people to realise their potential.

In this varied community-facing role, you will identify each client’s sport and leisure goals, build strong referral networks and work with providers to create welcoming, accessible and sustainable opportunities. You will:

· Engage with clients to understand their interests, goals and ambitions and support needs.

· Connect clients with suitable sport, recreation and leisure opportunities.

· Build lasting relationships with various external agencies and stakeholders

· Promote inclusive practice, accessibility and blind and low vision awareness.

· Support groups to become safe and connected within their communities.

· Share timely local opportunities and positive participation stories.

· Maintain accurate records, reporting and relationship information.

Key Results Area 1

Identification of Client needs

· Engage with clients regarding their choice of sporting and leisure participation.

· In conjunction with the Community and Volunteer Coordinator, ensure clients have access to volunteers to support their sport and leisure activities where appropriate.

Key Results Area 2

Building Networks

· Engage with and build appropriate lasting relationships with volunteer organisations, sporting groups and leisure providers at a regional level to support client’s sport and leisure choices.

· Develop a strong referral network to assist client integration and inclusive membership opportunities.

· Maintain appropriate records in relation to networks/relationships.

Key Results Area 3

Communication

In conjunction with the Community and Volunteer Coordinator

· Ensure local clients have access to relevant and timely information in regards to local sport and leisure opportunities.

Key Results Area 4

Community Development and Support

· Enable and/or establish sport, leisure, and interest groups with clients. Support them towards self-sustaining functioning, ensuring they have access to relevant safety, risk management, low vision and blindness training and support.

In conjunction with the Community and Volunteer Coordinator

· Liaise with local community committees, activity groups and support groups to ensure they have access to appropriate client information. Ensure regular communications from Blind Low Vision NZ to support their goals and have access to local staff for support and advice.

Key Results Area 5

BLVNZ Promotion

· Provide relevant and appropriate marketing and communications to networks to ensure awareness of BLVNZ services and clients.

Key Results Area 6

Training and Education

· Identify the internal and external training required to allow client participation.

· Collaborate both within BLVNZ and externally to facilitate accessibility.

Key Results Area 7

Administration

· Maintain up to date records in Salesforce.

· Complete designated administrative tasks such as monthly reports and updates to the website

Most complex/challenging tasks undertaken

· Managing the expectations of clients.

· Identifying, developing and maintaining positive relationships with external parties

· Client and community awareness of BLVNZ Sport and Leisure Strategy and Enabling Good Lives philosophy.

Corporate Responsibility

· Undertakes performance development tasks/responsibilities in Culture Amp.

· Demonstrates a proactive commitment to a safe working environment to meet BLVNZ requirements

· Participates in and undertakes emergency management duties as required.

· Undertake specific projects and activities as necessary or as required to support BLVNZ.

· Maintains property and equipment.

· Fulfils administration - reporting requirements

· Ensure that the Health and Safety Policy is upheld and requirements are met

· Be a Health and Safety Champion

· Uphold BLVNZ’s values

· Demonstrable experience in building relationships and stakeholder management

· Knowledge of key contacts/ a profile within the sports and/or leisure industry within the region

· Facilitating, managing and coordinating groups of people and/ or projects

· Experience in recreation/leisure/sporting environment with people of all ages

· Ability to influence others to effect change

· Excellent developmental skills (lateral/ conceptual thinker)