Community Coach Development Manager

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 Community Coach Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of football and futsal coaching across Aotearoa. You’ll lead the development and delivery of innovative coach education pathways, inspire and support a nationwide network of coach developers, and champion best practice to ensure every coach and player enjoys a quality football experience. Working collaboratively across departments and with key partners, you’ll help ensure our coaching community reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and you’ll be at the forefront of initiatives to attract, develop, and support female coaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-quality community coach and coach developer education, resources, and support programmes.
• Build, inspire, and support a valued network of community coach developers and regional Coach Development Officers.
• Collaborate across the organisation to deliver strategies and initiatives that grow and support the coaching workforce, with a focus on inclusion and local needs.
• Drive continuous improvement by researching best practice and implementing learning to enhance coach education and participant satisfaction.
• Promote, reward, and celebrate coach development and leadership across the football community.

About You

You are a passionate and strategic leader with at least 5 years’ experience in coach development across all levels, ideally with international exposure. You thrive on building relationships, leading projects, and working with diverse stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes. You bring a deep understanding of sport development, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a drive to inspire and empower others. You are committed to making a difference and helping shape the future of football in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• OFC / NZF B Licence or international equivalent (essential)
• Tertiary qualification in sports management (preferred)

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to lead coach development in a purpose-driven organisation, helping to build strong communities and shape the future of football in Aotearoa. Join us and play a critical role in delivering quality experiences for coaches and players across the country.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who are passionate about growing the game and building an inclusive football community. If you have the skills, experience, and drive, back yourself and apply!

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Research shows that individuals from underrepresented groups, including women, often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you’re excited about this role and believe you have what it takes, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply.

Applications close 5pm on Monday 9th February 2026, however, we will process applications as soon as they are received and this job advert may close sooner if an appointment is made prior to the closing date, don’t delay, apply now! Please note all applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.