Director of Rugby

Summary
The Director of Rugby position is the vital link of the Executive Committee to the playing side of
the Club. The Director of Rugby is involved in the proactive implementation of the playing
policies of the Club. The Director of Rugby position is crucial to ensure the Coaching staff is
effective and fulfil their responsibilities throughout the Club. The Director of Rugby will ensure
the team Directors and Coaching staff implement the playing structure as reviewed with, and as
directed and provided by the Executive Committee.

Reporting Structure
Reports directly to the Bayside Athletic Association Rugby Club Executive Committee.

Responsibilities
Overall:
● Promote the club to potential players
● Ensure recruitment, development and management of players and coaches at
the Club.
● Establish a transparent selection policy that is fair and effective
● Develop and implement a coordinated coaching programme throughout all
sections of the Club.
● Co-ordinate and implement the Club’s “agreed playing philosophy” throughout all
teams.
Primary Task Specific Responsibilities:
● Take responsibility for the recruitment and retention of players, coaches and
management, including developing and maintaining links with local schools and
colleges.
● Provide succession planning to ensure that qualified coaches are appointed to all
teams and receive the appropriate training required by attending designated
coaching courses.
● Report to the Executive Committee on rugby matters and make
recommendations on improvements/ initiatives that need to be implemented.
● Liaise with the section Directors on matters such as playing facilities, equipment,
playing gear, etc
● To ensure, either directly or through section Directors and Team Managers, that
all teams are watched on a regular basis to ensure Club players with sufficient
potential to play in higher grades of Rugby are identified early.
● To represent the playing members in discussions at the Executive Committee
and to raise issues on their behalf.
● To represent, report and ensure implementation of the Club’s policies to Team
Directors for coaches, management, training staff and players.

Additional related tasks
● Be aware of all administrative procedures regarding player registration and
eligibility.
● Involved in the review and selection of coaching staff
● To assist in developing a budget for the club with the Treasurer and President on
an annual basis.
● Complete an annual report that evaluates the selection criteria, game plan,
strategies and player progression
Qualifications
● Demonstration of personal character including team ethos, discipline, conscientious, and
selflessness
● Ability to communicate clearly verbally and written with all components of a Rugby club:
players, coaches, management, support staff, and executive
● Proactive initiative for building strong team culture
● Understand and implement strategic plans within contrary situations