Rugby Delivery Lead

6 days ago

Mount Eden, New Zealand Auckland Rugby Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

Auckland Rugby is the largest Regional Sports Organisation in NZ. We are committed to creating a better Auckland, built by rugby. The Auckland Rugby Way is focused on achieving within four key areas:

  • Innovate and grow the community game
  • Win and be better supported in high performance
  • Be more inclusive and grow the strongest rugby whanau
  • Ensure we are around another 100+ years

How we operate to drive achievement across the key focus areas is important and our behaviour is guided by a set of values connected to the four elements within the Auckland Rugby crest

  • Strive to advance
  • Put in the hard mahi
  • Work as a team
  • Lead by example

This is an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our Participation Development Team.

About the role

The Participation Development team is responsible for the implementation of strategic initiatives which deliver exciting rugby experiences and supports our communities to deliver rugby as well as influencing long term & sustainable change resulting in 'More People Growing Rugby' across Auckland.

Auckland Schools network consists of approximately 45 rugby playing Secondary schools & over 200 Primary schools which equates to more than 10,000 boys and girls playing across both schooling spaces.

You will be one of four Rugby Delivery Leads who are responsible for implementing the Schools & Experience strategy working alongside both Primary & Secondary schools to develop a system whereby both sport and schools are custodians for the holistic wellbeing of our young players.

Reporting to the Rugby Experience & Schools Manager, you will have designated Primary and Secondary schools that are your responsibility. The role will include but not limited to:

  • Playing opportunities – create and deliver participation opportunities and rugby experiences to promote a lifelong love of the game within Primary and Secondary school-aged students
  • Development programmes – lead 'coach the coach' and all on-the-grass delivery of rugby programmes in Primary and Secondary schools, focus on upskilling and building capability with existing coaches and teaching staff and oversee the Rugby Administrator in Schools (RAIS) programme
  • Building capability – promote participation opportunities and create and deliver education opportunities
  • Connecting communities – build and maintain meaningful relationships with Primary and Secondary schools, lead all communication for your designated schools and facilitate positive relationships between Schools and Clubs

The Benefits

All the tools required to get the job done including a vehicle, laptop and phone as well as tickets to matches, plenty of on-site car parking, access to our Employee Assistance Progamme and being based at Eden Park, the home of NZ's best sporting venue.

Skills and experience

Auckland Rugby is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don't think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make rugby a great sport experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Ideally we are looking for:

  • Two years' experience in a similar role with an understanding of School and Club rugby environment
  • Qualification in in Sport & Recreation, Education, Sports Management or PE
  • World Rugby Coaching Education certification
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Understanding of the rugby landscape; within schools and club is advantageous
  • Proven relationship management skills
  • Creative problem-solving and excellent organisational skills

If you are ready to roll your sleeves up and put in the hard mahi, then please apply

Applications close Friday 12th December 2025.

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