Paralympics New Zealand (PNZ) Partner Servicing Manager

Paralympics New Zealand (PNZ) Partner Servicing Manager

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We are looking for an outstanding account manager or marketing / sponsorship executive to support PNZ’s commercial partner servicing, events and funding support.

About Paralympics New Zealand (PNZ)

For almost 60 years, Paralympics New Zealand has championed Para sport and delivered world‑class, life‑changing outcomes for Kiwi Para athletes. We’re committed to a truly inclusive Aotearoa where Para athletes can participate and excel at every level. As New Zealand’s National Paralympic Committee, we work with members and partners to grow Para sport, create equitable opportunities, and lead the NZ Paralympic Team to the Games. We are proudly part of the global Paralympic Movement and its mission to showcase the power of Para sport. Our values underpin all we do : Whanaungatanga (Belonging), Kairangatanga (Excellence), Mana Tangata (Leadership through Action), and Maia (Strength, Courage).

Role Summary

As Partner Servicing Manager, you will be responsible for managing various relationships with PNZ’s commercial partners, funders, and donors. The role focuses on delivering excellent partner servicing, supporting funding activity across commercial, grant, and philanthropic channels, and ensuring partners experience meaningful value and impact. These partnerships are vital to enabling the NZ Paralympic Team to succeed on the world stage and to advancing the Paralympic Movement in Aotearoa, including initiatives that shift attitudes towards disability. The position also supports organisation‑wide activity across philanthropy, donor stewardship, fundraising, events and activations.

About You

• Background working in account management, sponsorship, marketing or activation.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to build mutually beneficial partnerships through creative ideas and activations.
• Outstanding organisation, event management, and planning skills, with an exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think outside the box to create innovative solutions.
• Excellent organisational skills with proven ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
• A strong personal alignment with the identity, culture, and values of Paralympics NZ.

PNZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage people with lived experience of disability to apply.

Are you a relationship‑based account management, marketing or sponsorship professional with a passion for Paralympic sport? This is the dream job for you!!

APPLICATIONS CLOSE – Wednesday 10th December 2025

Paralympics NZ - Partner Servicing Manager

TO APPLY

Please send your resume & cover letter to :

Global Elite Sports ( have been contracted on behalf of Paralympics New Zealand to manage the recruitment of this position.

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