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Lead the Future of One of New Zealand's Most Important Foundation Sports
 
About Gymnastics New Zealand:
Gymnastics New Zealand is the national body responsible for the development, promotion, governance and leadership of gymnastics throughout New Zealand. They support more than 90 clubs and thousands of participants across a diverse range of disciplines, from grassroots participation through to international high performance. The vision is simple yet ambitious: to be New Zealand's first choice sport.
 
Following a period of progress and positive transformation, Gymnastics New Zealand is in a strong position. We are now seeking a values-led leader who can build on this momentum, strengthen relationships across our community, grow participation, diversify revenue streams and continue to champion safe, positive experiences for everyone involved in the sport.
 
About the role:
Reporting to the Board, the CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership across the organisation, ensuring the successful delivery of Gymnastics New Zealand's strategic priorities.
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Driving participation growth and increasing access to positive gymnastics experiences.
• Strengthening and supporting the nationwide network of member clubs, volunteers, coaches, judges and officials.
• Leading the development of sustainable performance pathways from grassroots through to elite sport.
• Continuing to foster a safe, athlete-centred and values-led culture.
• Building long-term financial sustainability through partnerships, commercial opportunities, philanthropy and funding diversification.
• Maintaining strong relationships with Sport NZ, High Performance Sport NZ, member clubs, athletes, partners and international gymnastics stakeholders.

 
About You
We are looking for an experienced leader with the ability to inspire people, build trust and deliver results within a complex stakeholder environment. You will be passionate about the positive impact sport can have on individuals, families and communities, and committed to helping gymnastics thrive across New Zealand.
 
We are seeking someone who brings:

• Proven executive or senior leadership experience.
• Strong strategic leadership capability with the ability to translate vision into action.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Experience working closely with Boards and governance structures.
• Commercial acumen and a track record of growing revenue, securing partnerships and improving organisational sustainability.
• Outstanding leadership skills and the ability to build high-performing, values-led teams.
• Sound financial management capability and organisational leadership experience.
• Commitment to athlete wellbeing, safeguarding and positive participant experiences.
• Experience within the sport, recreation or not-for-profit sector will be highly regarded.

 
This is an opportunity to lead an organisation with a clear strategy, strong values, an engaged community and significant potential for future growth
 
Applications close - Friday 26th June, 2026

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