New Zealand Rugby Looking for All Blacks Team Manager at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

New Zealand Rugby has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Team Manager to join the All Blacks. This role is responsible for leading the operational aspects of the All Blacks. They will be responsible for ensuring that all on and off field operational aspects for the team and management are delivered efficiently and effectively to a standard of excellence, enhancing the mana of the team and New Zealand Rugby. This is an outstanding opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing success of the All Blacks.

About The Role

Reporting to the All Blacks Head Coach and working closely with the wider management team. This role is responsible for:

• Strategic leadership of the Operations team including direct people management.
• Overseeing the planning and logistics including day to day operations
• Accountable for team security plan and delivery
• Lead and maintain the standards of behaviour and discipline for the team
• Support the management of players including managing contractual entitlements and welfare
• Leading and supporting the team budgeting and financial management
• Determine and maintain effective systems and processes to manage and monitor all operational requirements
• Establish, maintain and promote a strong health and safety culture.

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have

• Experience working within a sporting or high-performance environment with a focus on direct team and player management
• Proven people leadership
• Knowledge, understanding and love of the game of rugby
• Understand working with people from varied backgrounds, a high level of cultural competency and an understanding of Te Ao Māori & Pasifika customs and protocols
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• International team management experience will be an advantage.

About Us

At NZR we love what we do, we work hard and have fun! You’ll be joining a team of awesome people who are passionate about the game and each other, and you’ll be backed with support to thrive in your role. We know that life isn’t all about work, so we are open to flexible working options.

We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to improving our cultural responsiveness. We embrace and respect each other’s values and we are so proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life.

Apply Now

If you are looking to join a fantastic group of people and think you have what it takes, then don’t delay, submit your CV and cover letter now! Don’t wait until the closing date to apply as we will be reviewing applications as we go.

Applications close at midday, 23 August 2023.

To be considered for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Aotearoa New Zealand and obtain a clear MOJ check.

Our recruitment process is fair and inclusive and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user-friendly for them.  We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture.  Put simply – you can be yourself here.