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As part of our Community Rugby Team and in line with the NZRU community rugby plan and the BOP Strategic plan, lead and implement activity that promotes the game, delivers expert resource and player development opportunities that add value and increase the enjoyment, growth, and development of rugby for young male participants. Emphasis is placed on the execution of the pathways plan and related Key Performance Indicators to engage and interact with more young people in PLAY opportunities.
We have 2 exciting new roles:
Youth Male Pathways Manager
Youth Female Pathways Manager
Competition delivery in secondary schools and junior rugby (55%)
- Support of junior rugby committees, clubs and key stakeholders that provides opportunities for participation through varied formats.
- Contribute to the Secondary School Executive Committee to develop fit for purpose competitions for teenage male & female participants.
- Support Community Rugby Administrator to deliver competitions including draws, compliance and disciplinary process.
- Support the planning and delivery of non-contact versions of the game including rippa rugby in terms 1 and 4
Volunteers Development Support (25%)
- Support the relevant development managers (Coach, Referee, Team Managers) in delivering compulsory and additional education, training courses, programmes and activities in the secondary school and junior rugby space.
Pathways and Experiences Talent ID (10%)
- Identify (depth chart) and develop young players in the Under 16 and Under 18 age groups and manage the representative campaigns for the Bay of Plenty Under 16's and Under 18's boy's or female teams.
Other duties (10%)
- Assist other Community Rugby Team, Engagements and Relationships, Performance Men's and/or Performance Women's teams as and when required with delivery of any of their activities/events.
- Ensure that all Bay of Plenty Rugby & New Zealand Rugby Health & Safety policies are adhered to.
- Work alongside other Bay of Plenty Rugby Union staff to ensure the office runs smoothly and the office environment is positive.
These two roles will work collaboratively with one another to the betterment of participation across the community.
To Apply
Please apply via the Seek ad - HERE
If you have a role preference, please indicate this in your application and why.
If you would like the full job description, please email Community Stakeholder & Partnership Manager leah@boprugby.co.nz
Northland Rugby Union has bold but achievable ambitions to become New Zealand’s leading Provincial Union across multiple performance measures. Central to this vision is developing a sustainable, winning environment built on strong local talent.
This is a two-year fixed term contract open to full-time candidates, and you must be qualified and registered to work in NZ.
If you have any questions or would like to apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter to Brad Te Haara at: brad.t@northlandrugby.co.nz
Applications close 5pm Friday 20 February 2026. Shortlisting will take place as applications arrive and we may choose to contact suitable candidates to arrange interviews during the application period.
The Otago Rugby Football Union (ORFU) invites applications for two appointed Board Members, each for a three-year term.
The ORFU’s purpose is to grow and foster community rugby throughout Otago and enable local pathways to higher performance.
These positions will become vacant by way of rotation at the next AGM in March 2026.
The independent appointment panel encourages applicants that:
•Have governance and/or leadership experience.
•Think strategically, and act independently, in the best interests of rugby across all of Otago.
•Have a passion to advance the interests of rugby in Otago
•Have sound financial literacy skills and experience
Diversity is a key consideration of the panel to ensure that the ORFU Board is inclusive and representative of current and future participants.
Applicants should demonstrate success as either a Director or Senior Executive.
For more information about the ORFU please visit www.orfu.co.nz or contact ORFU Board Chair, Peter McCormack, on 021 242 4995.
All applications must include a CV and a covering letter.
Applications are to be made to the ORFU Chief Executive Officer:
Richard Kinley
Otago Rugby Football Union
PO Box 691,
Dunedin 9054
Or email richard.kinley@orfu.co.nz
>> Applications close 5.00pm Monday 16 February 2026.
The WCRU invites applications for the position of Head Coach of the West Coast Heartland rugby team for 2026.
This is an opportunity to enhance the development and further success of West Coast rugby.
The successful applicant will oversee the Heartland squad and management team, while fostering strong relationships with Club Coaches and Players to ensure alignment, share knowledge, and support player development throughout the region.
We are looking for a coach who can inspire, connect, and develop people - someone who values teamwork, communication, and community as much as on-field performance.
Our key attributes a successful candidate will need to demonstrate are;
● Proven coaching experience at a senior level, (provincial, club or professional),
● A proven track record in creating a winning culture, ● An affinity to the region and its people,
● An understanding of what is required to compete at a national level.
● Demonstrate an ability to lead, inspire and manage diverse teams
● Expertise in game analysis and player development
● Provide consistent communication and inter personal skills to players, coaching and support staff to align with the team goals.
Confidential applications, including your CV and cover letter can be emailed to: josh@westcoastrugby.co.nz
Applications close 6 February 2026