National Pathway Lead - Canoe Racing New Zealand

National Pathway Lead – Canoe Racing New Zealand About us: Are you passionate about developing athletes and shaping the future of sport in Aotearoa? We’re seeking a National Pathway Lead to provide strategic leadership for the development and delivery of kayaking pathways across New Zealand. This role will play a key part in identifying and supporting talent from grassroots through to high performance, while building capability across clubs, coaches, and the wider sport system. About the role: You’ll lead the design and implementation of a national pathway strategy, working closely with clubs, coaches, and key stakeholders to ensure a consistent and effective approach to athlete development. You’ll monitor programme performance, drive continuous improvement, and support the growth of coaching and leadership capability across the sport. Key responsibilities Develop, maintain and deliver a national athlete pathway strategy Partner with clubs and regional stakeholders to implement programmes Monitor and evaluate pathway effectiveness and outcomes Support coach and workforce development initiatives Build strong relationships across the sport and high-performance system Report on progress and outcomes to key stakeholders About you Proven experience in sports development, talent identification, or pathway programmes Strong understanding of athlete development and high-performance systems Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills Ability to think strategically while delivering practical outcomes Tertiary qualification in sport or a related field (preferred) Knowledge of canoeing/kayaking in New Zealand is an advantage Why join us? This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Canoe Racing in New Zealand, working in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment. Please send your CV and cover letter to Tristan Collins – [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr