{"id":9050,"date":"2025-03-07T11:59:11","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T22:59:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westcoastrfu.com\/wsct\/?p=9050"},"modified":"2025-03-07T12:35:54","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T23:35:54","slug":"vacancy-chief-executive-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/westcoastrfu.com\/wsct\/2025\/03\/07\/vacancy-chief-executive-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"Vacancy: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>The WCRU Board is now seeking applications for the role of Chief Executive Officer for the West Coast Rugby Union.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Description: <\/strong>Chief Executive Officer (CEO)<strong><br \/>\nLocation:\u00a0<\/strong>Greymouth, New Zealand Organisation: West Coast Rugby Union<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>About West Coast Rugby Union:\u00a0<\/strong>West Coast Rugby Union is a proud and historic provincial rugby union with a strong community connection and a commitment to developing rugby talent at all levels.<\/p>\n<p>We are dedicated to fostering rugby excellence, promoting community engagement, and delivering an inclusive, competitive rugby environment across the West Coast region.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Role:<\/strong><br \/>\nWe are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to take on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will lead the operational and strategic direction of West Coast Rugby Union, working with the Board, staff, sponsors, clubs, and the wider community to strengthen the union\u2019s performance, grow participation, and ensure financial sustainability.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:<\/strong>\u2022Strategic Leadership: Execute the Board\u2019s strategies and long-term plans to achieve winning performances and develop successful rugby teams at all levels of the game. Implement initiatives to promote and market rugby and drive the expansion of rugby. Ensure the ongoing commitment of clubs, players, administrators, and volunteers by delivering on the strategies and plans set by the Board and developing talent within the Union, ensuring a sustainable pipeline of skilled players and administrators<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Financial Performance: The CEO maintains a strong focus on financial sustainability, making informed decisions to optimize revenue generation, cost control, and resource allocation. By diligently monitoring financial indicators and implementing sound financial strategies, the CEO safeguard the long-term financial health and success of the Union.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with clubs, sponsors, community partners, and New Zealand Rugby, and other rugby union CEO\u2019s, representing the union\u2019s interests at regional and national levels. Encouraging other WCRU staff to develop networks and contacts within other unions, clubs and in business generally.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Commercial Management: Drive revenue growth through sponsorship, partnerships, and community engagement, ensuring the financial health of the union. Leading the acquisition of new sponsorship partnerships and campaigns to support all levels of rugby, but with an emphasis on professional and representative levels.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day operations, including administration, budgeting, and rugby development programs. Maximise the opportunities for staff to actively develop the competencies required by WCRU and to increase their contribution and worth. Carry out effective performance and remuneration reviews for direct reports. Ensure that appropriate HR systems and processes are in place and that all employer obligations to staff are met. Uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi by demonstrating knowledge and application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment in rugby and give consideration on how rugby can actively promote and ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements and responsibilities.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Rugby Development: Collaborate with coaching, players, and development teams to ensure player pathways, community engagement, and rugby development initiatives are robust and effective.<br \/>\nKey Attributes:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Proven leadership experience in a sporting, non-profit, or commercial environment.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Strong commercial acumen with a track record of managing budgets and driving financial sustainability.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Passionate about rugby and community engagement, with the ability to inspire others and promote a positive culture.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Experience in strategic planning and executing growth initiatives.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Understanding of New Zealand rugby\u2019s structure and provincial rugby\u2019s unique challenges.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Ideal Qualifications &amp; Experience:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership or CEO role.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022A background in sports administration, rugby, or a related field would be advantageous.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022A demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse team.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What We Offer:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022An opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth of rugby in the West Coast region.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022A supportive and passionate community environment.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and vision for the future of West Coast Rugby Union to John Canning (Chair WCRU)<strong>\u00a0by 19 March 2025.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For a full job description or more information, please contact John Canning at <a href=\"mailto:canning@xtra.co.nz\">canning@xtra.co.nz<\/a> or 027 306 4918<\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nApplications close: 19 March 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Start Date: To be negotiated<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The WCRU Board is now seeking applications for the role of Chief Executive Officer for the West Coast Rugby Union. 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