Position

Rugby Manager Youth, North Harbour Rugby Union (“NHRU”)

Reports to (title)

Head of Rugby Engagement and Participation

Direct reports

As per NHRU organisational chart

Functional relationships with

Union staff; NZRU staff; The Blues; other Provincial Unions; NPC/FPC Management team; Clubs; schools; other stakeholders.

Salary and other Benefits

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Rugby Manager, Youth is accountable for growing and maximising the engagement and participation of Youth Rugby in the region within clubs and schools.

HarbOUR organisational purpose (Improving the lives of HarbOUR People through Rugby), mission (Creating better experiences for HarbOUR people) are to achieve our vision of being the most community-focused Provincial Union in New Zealand.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lives the HarbOUR Way

• We value our people
• We are passionate and love rugby
• We celebrate our success
• We work hard and have fun

Personal Standards

• Customer and relationship focus;
• Deliver what they promise; deliver on targets and within agreed timeframes;
• Drives a culture of continuous improvement, and sets high standards for self and others;
• Ethical; trustworthy; respected; high levels of personal integrity

Youth Rugby Participation and Development 

• Create Rugby environments that support the growth of Youth Rugby in the region.

• Coordinate and align other North Harbour staff around the Rugby Environments to maximise participation, growth, and development of identified individuals and groups.

Emerging Talent programmes

• Create and Lead Emerging talent programmes that align with the NHRU and NZR Emerging Talent principles.

Relationship and Stakeholder Management

• Work cross-functionally with other organisations to ensure Harbour Rugby is well-respected
• Work closely and collaborate with key intermediaries i.e. that support Youth Rugby - NHRU Secondary Schools Rugby Committee

Research and Innovation

• Research and investigate other forms of rugby engagement and participation for Youth Sports
• Successfully implement and manage new programs that attempt to engage and develop the “social player” in schools

Administration and Operational Management

• Assist with Community programmes as required- which would include various community tournaments
• Preparation of planning and reporting documentation as required.
• Excellent standards of written and verbal communication.
• Operate within budget at all times.