Pathways, Performance & Events Coordinator

Touch NZ is on the lookout for a highly organised, tech-savvy, and motivated Pathways, Performance & Events Coordinator to support the delivery of our national events, high-performance programmes, and player pathways. This dynamic role includes everything from logistics and admin to budget support, IT systems, and on-the-ground event coordination. We’re after someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates well with a wide range of people, and has a passion for sport — experience in Touch is a bonus! If you're ready to play a key role in shaping the future of Touch in Aotearoa, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

The Pathways, Performance & Events Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative, logistical, and operational support across Touch NZ’s events, pathways, and high-performance programmes. This role is integral in ensuring the effective planning, coordination, and delivery of campaigns, camps, and events, while maintaining high standards of administration, systems management, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administration and logistics support for Touch NZ events, pathways, and high-performance programmes.

• Assist in developing and implementing strategies, resources, systems, and best practices.

• Maintain and manage efficient administrative systems, processes, databases, and IT tools.

• Coordinate apparel and equipment orders, distribution, and stocktaking for relevant programmes.

• Support budgeting processes and financial reconciliations.

• Attend and support all assigned events, camps, and campaigns.

• Represent Touch NZ professionally with internal and external stakeholders, upholding organisational values.

• Provide reports, risk updates, and general assistance to the Pathways & Events Manager and other staff as required.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in administration and project coordination.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across diverse audiences.

• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise, multitask, and meet deadlines.

• Experience working with IT systems and tools; familiarity with sports analysis systems is advantageous.

• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.

• Experience in sport, particularly Touch, is desirable.

General Attributes:

• Motivated, energetic, empathetic, and a strong team player.

• Able to work under pressure, with discretion and confidentiality.

• Committed to upholding a positive workplace culture and contributing to organisational goals.

• Demonstrates a commitment to health and safety, and adheres to professional and ethical standards.

The role is full time and based in Auckland. You must be living in or willing to re-locate to Auckland to be eligible to apply for this position. The successful applicant will have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

The successful individual will have:

• 1.5+ years of relevant work experience

• Ability to travel away for National and International events

• Clean police vetting check & clean, full drivers license

• Proven ability to lead end-to-end evaluation projects.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships.

• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a culturally diverse working environment

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.

If you believe you're the right fit for this role and are keen to discuss the role more, or even apply - please click the application link now!

PLEASE NOTE: Only applications with a covering letter will be considered for the role.

To apply, send an up to date CV, Covering Letter to josina@touchnz.co.nz

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 23 November 2025, at 5pm.​​​​​​​