\t\t\tAbout Us<\/p>\n
Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) is the umbrella organisation for national football associations across Oceania, which are actively engaged in promoting football as a tool for social development. Committed to leaving a positive impact in the communities we serve; OFC delivers award-winning Sport for Development programs that utilise football to enhance lives across the Pacific region.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re currently on the lookout for a commercially driven and strategic Commercial Manager to lead the growth of OFC\u2019s revenue and manage impactful partnerships that support football development and professionalisation across Oceania. Join us in Auckland, New Zealand, as our new Commercial Manager!<\/p>\n
About The Role<\/p>\n
This is a pivotal role within our Commercial & Communications team. You will be responsible for:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Leading the commercial team and build a high-performance culture within the team.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Leading the growth of OFC\u2019s commercial revenue, driving partnerships and monetization across major competitions and events, including the Professional League, Champions Leagues, and FIFA Qualifiers.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Executing the commercial strategy, supporting the Head of Commercial & Communications to deliver impactful sponsorship and revenue initiatives.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Managing end-to-end sponsor relationships, ensuring high-quality rights delivery, activation, and ongoing partner satisfaction.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Driving strategic alignment with brand partners, helping OFC secure long term, purpose-driven collaborations.<\/p>\n
Why Join Us<\/p>\n
We offer you:<\/p>\n
\u2022 A competitive annual salary of between $100,000 and $110,000 NZD.<\/p>\n
\u2022 A hybrid working model offering the flexibility to work from home two days per week.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Free onsite parking.<\/p>\n
\u2022 A vibrant, passionate, and supportive team culture.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Emphasis on professional development and growth opportunities.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The rewarding experience of making a tangible difference in communities across Oceania.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Full-Time position (minimum guaranteed 40 hours per week).<\/p>\n
About You<\/p>\n
Our ideal candidate understands the commercial environment within the sport industry.<\/p>\n
You are an ideal fit if you have:<\/p>\n
\u2022 At least five (5) years of commercial experience, ideally in sport, sponsorship, events, or media.<\/p>\n
\u2022 A track record of successfully securing and managing commercial partnerships.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Strong team leadership experience with the ability to coach, guide, and inspire.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Commercial acumen across rights packaging, campaign delivery, and stakeholder engagement.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Proficiency in CRM tools, Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), and commercial reporting.<\/p>\n
\u2022 A collaborative approach, with strong communication and relationship building skills.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Cultural awareness and a commitment to working effectively in the Pacific context.<\/p>\n
\u2022 A tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g. Business or Marketing) is desirable but not essential<\/p>\n
\u2022 Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and digital project management tools.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Flexibility to travel and willingness to work irregular hours, including weekends.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Eligibility to drive in New Zealand, ability to satisfy Working with Children and Ministry of Justice criminal checks.<\/p>\n
Additional language skills beyond English would be an advantage.<\/p>\n
We welcome applications from candidates based in New Zealand and overseas. If you\u2019re passionate about football and commercial growth, and want to be part of something bigger, we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n
Apply Now \u2013 Next Steps<\/p>\n