Position Title
Program Head Coach / Assistant Coach
Short Description
NSW Rugby Union are looking for Head Coaches and Assistant for both
Regional and NSW Representative teams to compete in National
Competitions in both the U15 and U16 age groups.
Employer
NSW Rugby Union / Pathways
Work Type
Volunteer
Location
All Locations, NSW, Australia
Detailed Description
New South Wales Rugby Union manages performance teams through its
Generation Blue Pathways Program leading towards NSW Waratahs Super
20’s team Selection
About the Role
These advertised roles are responsible for leading and preparing the;
U15’s NSW Country Eagles, Greater Sydney Rams or Sydney Rays teams for
the 2017 Junior Gold Cup National Competition.
Or
U16’s NSW Waratahs 1, NSW Waratahs 2 teams for the
2017 U16’s National Champions
Key Responsibilities
U15’s Team
 Coach the Regional team to achieve NSW Rugby Union
performance targets.
 Prepare for and manage the Regional team through the ARU Junior
Gold Cup Competition for season 2017 (dates supplied in
attachment)
 Attend Pre-Competition Selection Tournaments hosted by NSW
Rugby Union involving representation from NSW Country Junior
Rugby Union, Sydney Junior Rugby Union and NSW Schools Rugby
Union
 Contribute to the ongoing development and review of the State
U15’s Program.
 Provide leadership and support the direction of a NSW Coaching
Strategy through all program delivery.
U16’s Team
 Coach the NSW Waratahs team 1 or 2 teams to achieve NSW Rugby
Union performance targets.
 Prepare for and manage the State Representative teams for the
ARU National U16’s Championships for 2017 (dates supplied in
attachment)
 Attend Pre-Competition Selection Tournaments hosted by NSW
Rugby Union involving representation from NSW Country Junior
Rugby Union, Sydney Junior Rugby Union and NSW Schools Rugby
Union
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Contribute to the ongoing development and review of the State
U16’s Program.
Provide leadership and support the direction of a NSW Coaching
Strategy through all program delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Rugby Union coaching at a State or Regional level through the
Country Junior Rugby Union, Sydney Junior Rugby Union or NSW
Schools Rugby Union player pathways. (Coaches already appointed
to coaching roles within this pathway are able to apply for these
coaching positions)
Demonstrated experience of developing athletes in a performance
based Rugby Union environment.
Agree to display and carry out the Character and Values that come
with representing NSW Rugby Union as an organisation
Specific technical knowledge of individual and team principles
including techniques, coaching trends.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with a wide
range of people including athletes, parents, management, program
co-ordinators and administrators.
Ability to contribute effectively as part of a team working towards
achieving outcomes.
Ability to travel domestically locally where and when required for
both competition and training purposes.
A desire to progress themselves as a coach within the NSW Rugby
Union Coaching Pathway
Qualifications Required
 Current ARU/World Rugby Level II Coaching Accreditation is
essential
 Current ARU Smart Rugby Compliant
Selection Criteria
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Closing Date
Working with children check
Extremely reliable, on time and thorough
Availability to commit to the training and competition requirements
for the competition you wish to be involved in.
Confident and effective communication and presentation skills,
particularly in front of secondary aged children
C.O.B Friday 7th April 2017
Apply to
Name
Matthew Evrard
Email
[email protected]
How To Apply
Your application must include:
 COVERING LETTER (no more than 1 page)
 CURRICULUM VITAE
 IDENTIFICATION OF TEAMS/POSITIONS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR
Your cover letter should address the job description, your relevant
experience and why you will be successful in the role.
Applications should be emailed to [email protected]
NSWRU strongly encourages applicants to apply in advance of the closing
date of 7th April 2017. Men and Women are encouraged to apply.
NSW U16 SELECTION DATES
Date
Event
6-7 May
Country Championships @ Cresent Head
15-16 May
NSW CCC U16 Trials
28-May
CCC vs CHS
4-Jun
CHS vs CJRU U16's
8-Jun
NSW CAS U16 Trials
10-12 Jun NSW State Championships @ Narrabeen
18-Jun
NSW ISA U16 Trails
20-Jun
GPS vs CAS 16's
22-23 Jun
Schools Trials Game U18
24-25 Jun
NSW U16 Schools Championships
1-2 Jul
NSWJRU U16 Regional Tournament
3-8 Jul
ASRU National Schools Championships U18
15-16 Jul
NSW U16 Invitational
COMPETITION PHASE
10-11 Sept
17-18 Sept
24-30 Sept
NSW U16 Gen Blue Camp 1
NSW U16 Gen Blue Camp 2
U16 National Championships in QLD
NSW U15 SELECTION DATES
Date
Event
6-7 May Country Championships @ Cresent Head
10-12 Jun NSW State Championships @ Narrabeen
24-25 Jun
NSW U16 Schools Championships
1-2 Jul
NSWJRU U15 Regional Tournament
15-16 Jul
NSW U16 Invitational
5-6 Aug
City vs Country U15
COMPETITION PHASE
10-Sep
17-Sep
23-Sep
30-Sep
ARU Junior Gold Cup Week 1
ARU Junior Gold Cup Week 2
ARU Junior Gold Cup Week 3
ARU Junior Gold Cup National U15 Final