National Summer Games Events Manager

National Summer Games Events Manager

Special Olympics New Zealand is a not-for-profit charitable organisation that provides sporting opportunities for people with an intellectual disability throughout Aotearoa and utilises sport as a vehicle to promote a more inclusive society where people with an intellectual disability are empowered, visible and valued.

Once every four years we hold our National Summer Games, this year the Games will be held in Christchurch (10-14 December 2025) and will bring over 1,600 athletes and coaches from clubs all around the country to compete in 10 sports across multiple venues. See more about the Games here: https://www.nsg2025.co.nz/

We are seeking applications from a motivated,





organised and experienced Event professional to manage the planning and delivery of the Venues, Ceremonies, Athlete Village, Milestone Events, VIP Programme, Family Programme, the event H & S planning and support the development of the Healthy Athletes Programme. The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate:

- Proven event/project management experience, preferably within a large or major events and/or sports related events.
- Experience with creating, developing and delivering ceremonies and events.
- Experience with event venue and supplier liaison and management.
- Proven record of people management, leadership, and motivating others.
- Ability to foster effective working relationships with key stakeholders and leverage them to achieve positive outcomes.
- Excellent time management and organisational ability.
- Excellent computer literacy (including Microsoft Office suite, databases, and internet).
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and inter-personal skills.
- Current Clean Full Drivers Licence.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.






- Ability to deal calmly and consistently with demanding responsibilities and conflicting priorities.

The role is 40 hours per week from 10 February – 19 December 2025 and can be based in Christchurch or Wellington.

This role alongside the full Events Team will be located in Christchurch for the build-up (up to a week), pack in and pack out of the event.

If you would like a copy of the JD or have any queries please contact Liz Fitzgerald at ******@specialolympics.org.nz otherwise please apply via Seek.

Applications close on Friday 15 November. For further information call Liz on 027 480 1241.

▶️ National Summer Games Events Manager
🖊️ Special Olympics New Zealand
📍 Wellington Central