April 24, 2025

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The Canterbury Ice Hockey Association (CIHA) is inviting applications for its first full-time, paid General Manager (GM) position. A summary of the role is provided below and a full position description is here.

 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

 

Role 

As the CIHA GM, you will take the lead across a wide range of club activities and play a central role in increasing member satisfaction and advancing the growth and success of the club, including Learn to Play, Youth, and Adult leagues and programs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven, community-minded individual to make ice hockey a central part of their career—with genuine potential for growth and progression as the club continues to develop. While full-time, this role offers flexible working hours to best support club activities and events, including evening and weekend commitments.

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Responsibilities

• Oversee all club programs, including Learn to Play, Youth, and Adult leagues

• Respond to enquiries, address concerns, and maintain open communication with members and volunteers

• Develop and manage playing schedules, and facilitate player registrations

• Recruit, organise, and support volunteers including game officials, managers, and coaches

• Lead the planning and delivery of youth and adult Learn to Play sessions and cultivate a strong pipeline of new players

• Identify charitable funding opportunities, submit applications, and manage reporting to support club operations and advancement

• Maintain equipment inventory and oversee gear hire processes

• Collaborate with the Committee on monthly reporting, budgeting, and club development

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Competencies and Experience

• Strong leadership, organisation, and time management skills

• A confident, clear, and approachable communicator who works well with people of all ages and thrives in a collaborative environment

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure smooth operations

• Tech-savvy and comfortable with office software (Excel, Google Sheets), and open to learning specialised tools such as eSportsDesk and Xero for managing registrations and budgeting

• Calm, reliable, and adaptable when things get busy or plans change

• Ideally, have solid ice hockey knowledge and a passion for the sport, with a desire to stay informed on best practices and training programs

• Experience working with volunteers, sports clubs, or community programs is highly valued​

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Apply

To apply, see the listing on seek.co.nz. Or email your cover letter and resume to: president@ciha.org.nz​

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