Athlete Career Programme
Worldwide
The IOC Athlete Career Programme in cooperation with Adecco supports elite and Olympic athletes. The programme focuses on three pillars.
- Education
- Life Skills
- Employment
By 2009, the programme had supported more than 5,000 athletes in over 40 countries and five continents.
More information can be found on: www.olympic.org/iocacp
New Zealand
Adecco is committed to its partnership with the NZOC in support of our national elite sportsmen and woman. Using Adecco’s New Zealand – wide network, we connect high performance athletes to high performing organisations, through a range of employment and career opportunities.
For employers
High performance employees
Imagine employees who have an ongoing desire to be the best. The discipline and focus to perform at an elite level. Who only understand winning. Who have the mental and physical energy to perform at their peak.
Success is not a matter of luck – in sport or business. It comes from systematic training and dedication. Our athletes have the characteristics to perform at a high level, both on the field of play and in business.
Giving back
In these days of social and corporate responsibility, most organisations seek opportunities to contribute to local communities. Employing an elite athlete is a business savvy way to reward the commitment and sacrifice our athletes give to New Zealand.
Not to mention the prestige to be had by having an Olympian in your organisation.
Through the Athlete Career Programme, Adecco will put you in touch with athletes who share your organisation’s vision and goals and who can contribute to its future success.
For athletes
The NZOC Athlete Career Programme, in conjunction with Adecco, has three pillars: education, life skills and employment.
Elite athletes are provided advice, information and training on how to successfully recognise and build on their strengths that cross sport and studies, to make the most their talents.
On www.olympic.org/iocacp, athletes can find information on life skill topics including health and nutrition, financial planning, time management, media training, public speaking and goals setting and also education resources.
When it comes to employment, Adecco and the NZOC cooperate to provide assistance directly to athletes to help them prepare for, and engage in a career, reflecting on their career goals, skills and interest while developing job search skills.
Contact details
For more information contact:
New Zealand Olympic Committee - Barbara Kendall: barbara@barbarakendall.com
Adecco - Athlete Career Programme: acp@adecco.co.nz