Apply for Sport and Leisure Advisor Role at Blind Foundation

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Blind Foundation

Sport and Leisure Advisor

Auckland

FULL TIME

September 11, 2024

Job Type: Permanent/Full-time

Location: Auckland

Closing date: Wednesday, 25 September 2024

Mō mātou | About Us

Blind Low Vision NZ is the leading national provider of vision rehabilitation services for people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision. Now more than ever, the opportunities are here to make a real difference for people with sight loss, and you’ll help us achieve our vision of empowering New Zealanders who are blind, deafblind or low vision, to live the life they choose. As well as supporting individuals, we seek to make big-picture change by advocating for inclusive communities and for optimal eye care services for all New Zealanders. We have a rich history stretching back to 1890 and as we continue to connect people with sight loss to expert staff and their peers, we also continue to be one of New Zealand's most trusted and iconic not for profit organisations.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

This role will work to empower people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision to live a life without limits through supporting clients in receiving a person-centred, client-driven sport and leisure experience across Auckland.

Ko wai koe | About you

To enable you to hit the ground running, we’re looking for someone who brings:

An innovative, solutions focused approach to the life enrichment agenda for Sport and Leisure
A belief in peoples’ potential, with experience or knowledge of working with community agencies and sport activity providers.
A high level of motivation to add value and make a meaningful difference to a worthwhile cause.
Experience working with communities and empowering others.

Please note that applications may close sooner if suitable candidate found.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

This is a great opportunity to join an organisation that is truly passionate about helping their clients, while also offering rewarding career opportunities, great staff benefits, and a flexible work environment where possible! As we strive to be a for purpose organisation, our staff take an active interest and participate in fundraising and volunteer opportunities.

To show an interest in this position, please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit a formal application through our Careers Portal. Should you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team - recruitment@blindlowvision.org.nz

Joining Blind Low Vision NZ means being part of a whānau that values and celebrates the unique contribution each individual brings. We encourage suitably qualified individuals who are blind, have low vision or any other disability to apply. We aspire to increase the representation of a diverse workforce within our organisation. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people, providing a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be their true selves. We are dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and continue to develop our understanding and implementation of the principles through all aspects of our work.

You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this position.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available as it has expired