We’re seeking a Senior Manager – Club Competitions to lead the planning, delivery, and ongoing improvement of OFC’s Club Competitions, including the exciting development of the OFC Professional League. This is your chance to drive impact, inspire teams, and shape football in Oceania.

Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Lead, manage and coach project teams to deliver high-quality OFC Club Competitions.
  • Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, stakeholder satisfaction, and continuous improvement.
  • Support the Head of Competitions and Head of Professional League in driving long-term strategic planning for club competitions and OFC Professional League
  • Develop detailed competition roadmaps—from host selection to delivery and post-event evaluation.
  • Play a key role in shaping OFC’s four-year competition calendar and annual budgets in partnership with Finance.
  • Support the respective head of Departments in developing and managing annual budgets
  • Develop and successfully implement operations plans for the preparation and delivery of club competitions.
  • Draft and implement competition regulations and SOPs to ensure excellence and compliance with OFC and FIFA standards.
  • Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and embed robust risk management practices in everything you do.
  • Own the end-to-end delivery of club competitions, ensuring timeliness, professionalism, and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Act as the lead match coordinator on site when required.
  • Provide detailed reports and insights to OFC leadership as needed.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Member Associations, stakeholders, and internal teams.
  • Represent OFC with credibility and professionalism across the region and globally.
  • Be ready to contribute to broader OFC initiatives and continuously grow your professional network.
  • Expect variety, challenge, and the opportunity to help shape the future of football in Oceania.

Core Competencies:

  • Proven experience leading and inspiring teams, ideally in a matrixed environment.
  • Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Exceptional communication—confident presenting to leadership and building partnerships.
  • Calm under pressure with a solution-focused mindset.
  • A strategic thinker with a get-it-done attitude.
  • Passionate about football and the role it plays in uniting communities.
  • A collaborative leader who enjoys empowering others to succeed.

Qualifications:

  • A degree or post-graduate qualification in Sport Management, Event Management or related field an/or at least 5 years in sports management, ideally related to club competitions.
  • Solid understanding of club football
  • Solid leadership experience with a track record of developing teams.
  • Comfortable with Microsoft Office/M365.

Other Requirements:

  • Fluent in English (verbal and written); French is a plus.
  • Eligible to work in New Zealand.
  • Willing and able to travel frequently across the region.
  • Able to pass a New Zealand Ministry of Justice criminal check  and credit check.

Discover the perks of joining OFC in this full-time position

  • A supportive team culture – we love what we do!  Strong emphasis on professional development within the international football and sports community.
  • An annual salary of between $100,000 and $110,000
  • Free onsite parking at the Home of Football situated in Ngahue Reserve, St Johns, Auckland
  • Medical and Life insurance for you and eligible dependents
  • Flexible hybrid working model – the ability to work from home 2 days per week.
  • Working hours usually being 40 hours each week, with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours each week
  • Making a meaningful different to lives across Oceania!

Application

We welcome applications from candidates based in New Zealand.   If you are passionate about making a difference in football in Oceania and have the relevant experience, we encourage you to apply.

The Next Steps

Please apply through SEEK and attach your cover letter highlighting your specific qualifications and recent experiences that are relevant to the role alongside your CV.

Applications close at 4.00PM (NZST) on 24 May 2025. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.