Location: New Zealand preferred but position flexible
Type: Full-time (approx. 40 hours per week)
Applications Close: 4.00pm 18th June 2025
Equestrian Sport New Zealand Overview
Equestrian Sport New Zealand (ESNZ) is the national sports organisation (NSO) for Equestrian Sports in New Zealand as recognised by Sport New Zealand (SNZ) and High-Performance Sport New Zealand (HPSNZ), the New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC), the New Zealand Paralympic Committee (NZPC) and the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI).
ESNZ is responsible for the management and development of the sport through the various disciplines to provide pathways and competition for athletes, coaches, officials, and international teams representing New Zealand from age group development to elite teams, including World Championships and the Olympic Games. The disciplines include Eventing, Show Jumping, Dressage, Endurance and Para.
ESNZ is structured across the Areas of Community and Participation (Coaches, Officials, Schools, Wellbeing, Other Equine partners) High Performance (Athletes, Coaches, Athlete support staff) Competition (Lead by Disciplines) Finance and Risk and Operations IT.
🌟 About the Role
As High Performance Jumping Manager, you will be responsible for:
• Contributing to the ESNZ High Performance Team and implementation of the HP strategic outcomes through the HP system
• Leading and supporting the ESNZ Jumping High Performance Programme
• Managing the end-to-end pathway which identifies, develops and supports Jumping athletes through to World Championship and Olympic success.
This role offers flexibility in hours and location, making it ideal for someone seeking work-life balance while making a meaningful contribution to sport.
🧠 About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Understands international jumping rules and what is required to be competitive on the world stage
• Has experience at managing people and/or teams
• Has an ability to identify and co-ordinate services to create positive change in an individual’s competition performance
• Budget and financial management/reporting skills
• Is resilient
💼 What We Offer
• A unique opportunity to make a real impact in a national sporting organisation.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, passionate team.
• The chance to work in a sport that values excellence, partnership, and community.
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Ready to Ride with Us?
Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why this opportunity excites you.
Applications should be sent by email to Warrick Allan, High Performance Operations Manager
The deadline for the receipt of applications is 4.00pm Thursday 19th June 2025
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