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Location: Nelson / Marlborough (Top of the South)
Sector: Executive Sports Administration / Sports Management
Shape the Future of Rugby Across the Top of the South
Tasman Rugby Union (TRU) is one of New Zealand’s most progressive, successful, and dynamic sporting organisations. Home of the two-time NPC champion Tasman Mako and the Mako FPC, TRU unites a passionate rugby heartland spanning Nelson, Marlborough, and the wider Tasman region.
With elite on-field success firmly established, TRU is embarking on an exciting period of strategic alignment, operational transformation, and infrastructure delivery. The Board of Directors is seeking an experienced, high-calibre Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through this pivotal chapter.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Board Chair, the CEO will hold overall accountability for the strategic vision, commercial sustainability, and community vibrancy of rugby across the union.
This is a comprehensive leadership remit tailored for a seasoned sports administrator capable of balancing professional, high-performance imperatives with the health and vitality of the grassroots game.
Key strategic priorities include:
About You
We are seeking a strategic, commercially astute executive with a proven track record in sports administration, high performance,provincial rugby, or complex multi-stakeholder leadership.
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
Why Tasman?
This role offers a rare executive opportunity to leave a lasting legacy on regional and national rugby. Based in one of New Zealand’s most desirable lifestyle regions—renowned for its sunshine, outdoor recreation, and vibrant communities—you will lead an organisation with a strong brand, passionate supporters, and significant future potential.
To Apply or Enquire
For a confidential discussion or to request the complete Position Description, please contact:
The Board Chair
Ryan Glover
Tasman Rugby Union
Email: ryanglvr@gmail.com
Phone: +64 21 930 604
Applications close: 31 October 2026
Board Director (Independent) | Tasman Rugby Union Inc (TRU)
Location: Nelson / Marlborough (Te Tauihu)
Position Type: Governance / Board Member (Voluntary, reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Closing Date: 5:00 PM, Friday 23 October
About Us
Tasman Rugby Union Incorporated is responsible for the leadership, governance, and custodianship of rugby across Te Tauihu (Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough). From grassroots clubs, schools, and community development to our premier representative sides—the Tasman Mako in the NPC and Farah Palmer Cup TRU plays a central role in connecting and inspiring our regional communities.
Operating within a dynamic national and regional sports landscape, the TRU Board is focused on delivering a refreshed strategic plan, strengthening commercial revenue, enhancing high-performance pathways, and ensuring sustainable community participation.
The Opportunity
The TRU Board is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified governance professionals or senior executives to join as an Independent Director.
The Board is responsible for:
Independent Directors bring objective judgment and strategic insight free from representation of any single club or sub-union, ensuring decisions advance the best interests of the game across the whole of Te Tauihu.
Skills & Expertise Sought
Based on the Board’s Skills and Expertise Framework, applications are particularly welcome from candidates offering strength in one or more of the following areas:
Prior governance experience on commercial or not-for-profit boards is not essential.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
Tasman Rugby Union is committed to fostering a modern, inclusive governance culture that reflects the diverse communities of Te Tauihu and the evolving face of rugby across Aotearoa.
To ensure our leadership encompasses a broad spectrum of perspectives, insights, and lived experiences:
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in confidence and should include:
Submit applications via email to:
Paul Dalzell, Appointments Panel Chair – Tasman Rugby Union
Email: plfdalzell@xtra.co.nz
Phone: + 64 21 420 210
Applications close: 5:00 PM, Friday 23 October
The Taranaki Rugby Football Union was established in 1885 and is based at Stadium Taranaki in the heart of New Plymouth.
Taranaki Rugby is a proud provincial union with a strong rugby history built on community and culture across all levels of the game.
Taranaki Rugby Football Union is seeking a Community Rugby Manager
This is a fantastic opportunity to come on board and join a collaborative team who have a vision to create memorable experiences through rugby.
Check out our website (www.trfu.co.nz) to see what we are all about!
About the role
The Community Rugby Manager position is a senior member of the TRFU management team reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
The role leads the wider community rugby team and is responsible for the management, administration and delivery of all levels of community rugby to the Taranaki region in line with the TRFU's vision of creating memorable experiences through rugby.
Key responsibilities
Increase participation and community engagement at all levels
Manage and deliver TRFU strategic priorities
Oversee the delivery of community events and programs
Manage and facilitate rugby at: Ferdie, Primary, Secondary, School and Club levels
Ensure rugby opportunities are provided across all age groups
Lead community specific complaints aligned with TRFU complaints process
Provide support, structures and playing programmes for community based representative teams
Continue to develop working relationships with TCRT, Sport Taranaki, TMRFU, TRRA and other key external agencies
Manage, monitor, and guide workloads, outcomes, and performance of staff within the community rugby team
Develop and manage budgets pertaining to the operations and community programs
Provide support to the Clubs and Schools.
Proactively engage with Club Chairpersons. Ensuring that Club Health check-ins with clubs happen quarterly and clubs have areas to improve on and provide any resource necessary for them to develop/grow.
Oversee Disciplinary procedures that are efficient, consistent, and communicated.
Manage and support all volunteers.
Manage and deliver the TRFU strategic priorities - game development (including coach and referee development), women and girls, teenage boys, diversity and inclusion and club health.
Oversee and lead specific Community based working groups
About you
Ability to work effectively as a senior leader
Ability to share information and support others
Ability to instil confidence and maintain credibility with the Taranaki community
Previous experience of managing and supporting a team
Networking and building professional relationships experience
Experience with reporting to a Board of Directors
Excellent time and operational management skills
Affinity for sports, rugby preferably
Ability to adapt to change
>> Apply HERE
>> For a full job description please email Shayna Dreaver: shayna@trfu.co.nz