Vacancy

Events and Activation Officer
An exciting opportunity to join the Badminton Manawatū (BM) team as our Events and Activation Officer.

BM Events and Activation Officer will work across the rohe to activate and support all badminton events, programmes and competitions aligned with our strategic goals. Fostering key relationships with participants, schools, youth activity providers, Badminton NZ, regional badminton associations and our local community to ensure we co-design and initiate events that meet the needs of our community. This is a part-time permanent position – 20 hours per week, $25 per hour. Evening and Weekend work is a requirement of this role. (Start date 13th January approx.)

This position would suit an individual with the following experience and skills:

  • Experience in delivering a wide range of badminton activities in schools, clubs, and local groups.
  • This person will have experience in providing events, competitions or sports programmes.
  • Competent to lead and support local schools, groups or clubs, using initiative and providing solutions.
  • Organized and able to assume significant administrative responsibilities using computer based programmes including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook. 
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to provide detailed records and reports.
  • Demonstrated ability to self-motivate, work independently, and handle multiple tasks with efficiency.
  • Ability to work at various hours throughout the working week including evenings, late nights and weekends.
  • A valid full Driver’s License preferrable.

Apply now with your CV and cover letter. If you require a copy of the job description or you have any questions, please contact Sandra Lynch, Community and Development Manager on sandra@manawatubadminton.org.nz

Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday 31st December 2024.

TNBL 2024 – Round 9

Welcome to TNBL Round 9!

Please see below for the Draw for Round 9:

  • Week 1 – 14 Nov
  • Week 2 – 21 Nov
  • Week 3 – 28 Nov
  • Week 4 – 5 Dec
  • Week 5 – 12 Dec
  • Week 6 – 19 Dec

There are 33 teams in total playing across five grades:

  • Grade 1 – 8 teams split into two groups of 4, followed by playoffs for 1st-4th and 5th-8th. 
  • Grade 2 – 5 team round robin. There is a BYE each week.
  • Grade 3 –  6 team round robin.
  • Grade 4 – 6 team round robin.
  • Grade 5 – 8 teams split into two groups of 4, followed by playoffs for 1st-4th and 5th-8th.
  • Grades 3 & 4 & 5 will mostly play at 6pm each week.
  • Some Grade 4 & 5 ties are at 7:30pm.
  • Grades 1 & 2 will play at 7:30pm each week.

Tournament Software Website
All draws and results are available on the Tournament Software website:
https://bnz.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/matches.aspx?id=8453C338-7FD1-4CD9-8627-88A2D129EBC2

A shorter 3-week Round 1 will start on Thu 16 Jan. First round for the year!
Deadline for team entry is Fri 10 Jan.