We’re currently on the lookout for a commercially driven and strategic Commercial Manager to lead the growth of OFC’s revenue and manage impactful partnerships that support football development and professionalisation across Oceania.
Join us in Auckland, New Zealand, as our new Commercial Manager!
About The Role
This is a pivotal role within our Commercial & Communications team. You will be responsible for:
- Leading the commercial team and build a high-performance culture within the team
- Leading the growth of OFC’s commercial revenue, driving partnerships and monetization across major competitions and events, including the Professional League, Champions Leagues, and FIFA Qualifiers.
- Executing the commercial strategy, supporting the Head of Commercial & Communications to deliver impactful sponsorship and revenue initiatives.
- Managing end-to-end sponsor relationships, ensuring high-quality rights delivery, activation, and ongoing partner satisfaction.
- Driving strategic alignment with brand partners, helping OFC secure long-term, purpose-driven collaborations.
Why Join Us
We offer you:
- A competitive annual salary of between $95,000 and $100,000 NZD.
- A hybrid working model offering the flexibility to work from home two days per week.
- Free onsite parking.
- A vibrant, passionate, and supportive team culture.
- Emphasis on professional development and growth opportunities.
- The rewarding experience of making a tangible difference in communities across Oceania.
- Full-Time position (minimum guaranteed 40 hours per week).
About You
Our ideal candidate understands the commercial environment within the sport industry.
You are an ideal fit if you have:
- At least five (5) years of commercial experience, ideally in sport, sponsorship, events, or media.
- A track record of successfully securing and managing commercial partnerships.
- Strong team leadership experience with the ability to coach, guide, and inspire.
- Commercial acumen across rights packaging, campaign delivery, and stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency in CRM tools, Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), and commercial reporting.
- A collaborative approach, with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Cultural awareness and a commitment to working effectively in the Pacific context.
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g. Business or Marketing) is desirable but not essential
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and digital project management tools.
- Flexibility to travel and willingness to work irregular hours, including weekends.
- Eligibility to drive in New Zealand, ability to satisfy Working with Children and Ministry of Justice criminal checks.
Additional language skills beyond English would be an advantage.
We welcome applications from candidates based in New Zealand and overseas. If you’re passionate about football and commercial growth, and want to be part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.
The Next Steps
Please apply through SEEK and attach your cover letter highlighting your specific qualifications and recent experiences that are relevant to the role alongside your CV.
Applications close at 4.00PM (NZST) on 11 July 2025. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.