Drug Free Sport NZ Athlete Educator Contract Job
Mar 27th, 2024 at 13:37 Sport & Recreation Auckland CBD 32 views Reference: 2119Job Details
About Drug Free Sport New Zealand
Drug Free Sport New Zealand (DFSNZ) is committed to promoting clean, drug-free sports by educating athletes, deterring and detecting doping, and engaging with the wider sporting community. They are New Zealand's national anti-doping organization dedicated to upholding the integrity and health of athletes.
Role Overview
DFSNZ is looking for a new Educator to join their team in Auckland. As an external contractor, you will be responsible for facilitating workshops and webinars for elite-level athletes, conducting values-based sessions in schools, and potentially leading Outreach Programmes at sports events.
Benefits and Perks
This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the sporting community, gain insight into various sports environments, and the flexibility to work around other commitments. As a contractor, you can incorporate this role into your schedule as needed.
Skills and Experience Required
The ideal candidate is a confident and personable individual, preferably a current or recently retired athlete, with a passion for clean sport. Public speaking experience, flexibility in scheduling, and the ability to engage with diverse audiences are key requirements for this role.
Requirements
- Current or recently retired athlete
- Reside in Auckland
- Experience in public speaking
- Available to work during the day, evenings, and weekends
- Passion for clean sport and anti-doping
- Hold a valid driver's license and own a vehicle
- Strong self-organizational and communication skills
- Over 20 years of age
Ideal Attributes
- Initiative and adaptability in delivery methods
- Experience working with youth, athletes, and support personnel
- Previous education experience
If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to jodi.brown@drugfreesport.org.nz before 5 pm on 19 April 2024.