Board Vacancies

Blind Sport NZ is seeking two elected Board members with skills and experience in any of the following areas:

·         Governance experience

·         Disability Sport Sector knowledge

·         Lived experience of vision impairment

·         Legal

·         Fundraising / Sponsorship

Current Board members are eligible to stand again. 

Blind Sport NZ Board governance responsibilities include:

·         Ensuring Blind Sport NZ complies with all legal and constitutional requirements

·         Setting strategic direction and priorities

·         Setting high-level policies and management performance expectation

·         Monitoring and evaluating organisational performance

·         Overseeing the management of risk

The focus for the Board will include the implementation of the 2025-2028 Statement of Strategic Direction, exploring and securing new revenue streams and the continuous improvement of the organisation’s financial sustainability.

A Board position would appeal to individuals who want to support the development of blind and low vision sport in New Zealand. 

The role is open to individuals living throughout New Zealand.

Time required

Six Board meetings are held each year (approximately every two months), plus an AGM.  Most meetings are held virtually, with possibly an in-person planning session.  Other time commitments may include sub-committee meetings, email communications and Blind Sport NZ events.

Reimbursement

The role is unpaid.  Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

How to apply

Please email admin@blindsport.kiwi to request an application form.  

Deadline for applications is Friday 29th August 2025 at 5:00 pm.