COACHING VACANCY: Wellington Lions Head Coach

WELLINGTON LIONS HEAD COACH

Wellington Rugby is seeking applications for the role of Head Coach of the Wellington Lions in the Mitre 10 Cup. Wellington has a proud tradition of success in New Zealand provincial rugby competitions as well as identifying and developing player talent.

The successful candidate for this full-time position will have outstanding leadership and people management skills, effective talent identification and development systems, and the ability to build strong relationships based on mutual respect and trust with all key stakeholders. You will coach the team on and off the field to a standard of excellence that enhances the reputation of the Lions, Wellington Rugby and the Mitre 10 Cup competition.

Suitable candidates will have had prior experience coaching rugby at the highest levels.  An appreciation of the importance of technical and tactical components, thorough analysis, planning and organisation is imperative, as is the ability to articulate and deliver a vision and game plan for the team. 

The following qualifications are required and/or proven work experience delivering a professional rugby program:

This is an outstanding opportunity to play a key role in the development of rugby in Wellington.

Applicants should forward their CV and covering letter to Steve Rogers, CEO, by email [email protected]  A copy of the job description for this role is available by request.

Applications close on Friday 2 December 2016 at 5pm (New Zealand time).