Working with us 

Northern Region Football is New Zealand's largest football Federation, encompassing the Far North, Northland, and Auckland. 


Together with our 72 member Clubs, we provide competitions and opportunities to over 37,800 registered players and thousands of coaches, referees, administrators and volunteers. We run over 16,000 games a season.


We support football/futsal from community levels through to the LOTTO Northern Regional Premier League, which also includes teams from the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.


NRF is committed to upholding the mana of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Treaty principles of Partnership, Protection and Participation.


We are starting our bicultural journey to live this commitment and recognise the positive value of diversity, and we welcome job applications from people of all backgrounds.


Head of Partnerships

We are seeking an experienced professional in partnerships, marketing, and / or account management to drive the partnerships and funding growth of Northern Region Football. Your responsibilities will include overseeing commercial partnerships, funding and grant applications, marketing and communications. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead NRF’s partnership strategy, driving commercial revenue growth and enhancing value from both new and existing partnerships, aligned with the newly developed NRF revenue model and partnership framework.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive marketing plans for all competitions, activities, and programs to help grow participation and awareness of football in the region.
  • Oversee NRF’s communication strategies and digital platforms, ensuring all activities support and enhance the organisation's strategy, brand, and values.


Find out more and apply now