New Zealand Football has a number of part-time contract roles for Physiotherapists to support our Women’s U-17 and U-20 National Teams.

The positions require you to provide physiotherapy and injury prevention services to all players within the relevant National Team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Injury prevention, treatment and rehab
• Keeping the Head Coach up to date regarding injuries
• Onward referral as required
• Maintaining records and submitting injury reports to the NZF Medical Director

We’re looking for the following skills and experience:

• A registered physiotherapy qualification
• Experience working with athletes, preferably at national events
• Good knowledge of current international trends and practices in physiotherapy

Confirmed dates for 2019 are:

• Camp: 16-19 July
• Tournament:  30 August – 12 September
• Tournament:  30 September – 12 October

Dates for 2020 will depend upon the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup; however we expect to hold camps in both the April and July school holidays, with the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in India from 21 September – 4 October.

You don’t necessarily need to be available for all of these dates.

You’ll need high levels of energy and motivation, good communication skills and the ability to cope with tight deadlines in a dynamic environment. 

Candidates should email a CV and covering letter to careers@nzfootball.co.nz, giving us an indication of which dates you could potentially be available for.

Further information about the roles is available here

Applications close at 9am on Tuesday 4 June.

About New Zealand Football

Football is the global game and one of the largest participation team sports in New Zealand, providing experiences and opportunities for all – male and female, young and not so young, talented athletes and community level players.  New Zealand Football’s mission is to lead, inspire and deliver football in New Zealand, and our staff are passionate and talented people who are committed to living our core Values:  Unity, Pride, Passion and Respect.

Article added: Monday 20 May 2019