Kia Kaha Ake, Kia Nui Ake, Te Tokomaha Ake
More People, More Active, More Often

JOB VACANCIES​​​​​​​

Welcome to the Sport Hawke's Bay vacancies page. Here you will find roles in the sports sector both throughout the Hawke's Bay region as well as nationally.

For more job opportunities in the sport sector, please visit the Sport NZ careers page​

If you have a job vacancy you would like advertised on this page, please email to communications@sporthb.net.nz 

HAWKE'S BAY NETBALL - PLAYER DEVELOPMENT LEAD

Reporting to the General Manager, the Player Development Lead is responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering player development opportunities across Hawke's Bay.

Working closely with schools, clubs, coaches, volunteers and community partners, the role focuses on increasing participation, strengthening player pathways and promoting player wellbeing through the delivery of NetballSmart and other player development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead player development programmes across Hawke's Bay.

  • Deliver school, holiday and community-based programmes.

  • Lead the delivery and promotion of NetballSmart principles, injury prevention and player wellbeing initiatives.

  • Support talent identification and representative player pathways.

  • Build strong relationships with schools, clubs, coaches and key stakeholders.

  • Recruit, support and develop programme facilitators, coaches and volunteers.

  • Monitor participation trends and programme outcomes.

  • Contribute to organisational planning, reporting and strategic priorities.

  • Promote inclusive, positive and enjoyable netball experiences for all participants.

About You

  • Passionate about netball, player participation and development.

  • Experience in player development, education, recreation or a related field.

  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

  • Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

  • Proactive, innovative and community-focused.

  • Knowledge of, or experience delivering, NetballSmart or similar athlete wellbeing and injury prevention programmes would be an advantage

Why Join Hawke's Bay Netball?

  • Make a genuine difference in your community.

  • Help shape the future of netball across Hawke's Bay.

  • Work alongside a passionate and supportive team.

  • Enjoy a varied and rewarding role with opportunities for professional development.

  • Be part of an organisation committed to creating positive experiences through netball.


For a full Position Description please email manager@hbnetball.co.nz

SPORT HAWKE’S BAY – GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR

Sport Hawke’s Bay exists to enhance the oranga of Hawke’s Bay by making evidenced based decisions to influence, enable and support our communities to have a lifelong love of physical activity.


An instructing position is available within our Recreation team.  Our Recreation instructors provide high-quality, low-impact group exercise programmes.  One of our specialized areas includes programmes for older adults and kaumātua to improve strength, balance and flexibility, along with Tai Chi at a variety of venues in Napier and Hastings.  An instructor is required to extend the range and scope of programmes on offer.


The key responsibilities for this position are:


  • To prepare and deliver group exercise programmes specifically tailored for older adults and other targeted community physical activity programmes.
  • Have flexibility to deliver programmes in Napier and Hastings.
  • Be available to relieve at venues when requested.
  • Attend training opportunities as determined by Sport Hawke’s Bay.


If you are an experienced group exercise instructor with relevant qualifications and consider yourself, energetic and fun-loving with a passion for working with older adults, contact us today.


To apply, click here


If you would like to know more about this position, please contact Eana Young at Sport Hawke’s Bay:  eanay@sporthb.net.nz

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