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Chief Executive Officer

The vision of is to enhance the mana and hauora of our people and our mission is to bring our communities together through Rugby League.

We are at an exciting time in our organisation and in the context of sports development, with new development pathways at all levels of rugby league. We need a leader ready to step into the crucial leadership role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Wellington Rugby League. We are looking for a well-rounded CEO with a sound track record in leading teams/people and delivering results, with strong vision and energy for helping us achieve our vision and mission and take our game and people from strength to strength. You will make a real difference for our communities.

Wellington Rugby League Association (WRL) is a non-profit organisation that provides quality rugby league programming and experiences at all levels throughout the Wellington region. Our values inform everything we do. We are here to support and work together with our community and whānau.

Values: Whanaungatanga: Relationships matter Manaakitanga: We serve and look after our people Whakakaha: We never give up Whakamahi: We work hard Whakapono: We act with integrity

The WRL Board is seeking applications from Community Leaders who have a passion for rugby league and people. We need a dynamic leader who will inspire whole generations to not only enjoy our game but to celebrate their involvement in it because of the lifelong love of rugby league they share with their families and clubs.

Our new leader will have experience leading within a NFP context. You have a strong financial management background. They have commercial and NFP funding experience and an in-depth knowledge of rugby league ideally with direct community experience of the game such as that gained in a club setting. You understand the concept of pathways and the importance of participation at all levels and for everyone.

The CEO reports to the WRL Board through a close relationship with the Chair. This is a full-time role based in the Pelorus Trust Sports House. You will be formally supported through the Board and by a mentor programme delivered by the Central Support Model administered by Sport Wellington.

WRLs new Strategic Plan (available with the role description) sets aspirational goals for our game which will see more people playing and enjoying rugby league, greater community connections, well run competitions and a well led, accountable organisation that serves the needs of our participants and future participants. Together with the Board and the staff of WRL you will deliver this strategy in partnership with our community.

Key Competencies and Attributes

● Excellent leadership abilities ● Proven ability to operate strategically and to constantly review and improve ● Knowledge of financial concepts and commercial acumen ● Superior communication and people managements skills ● Broad knowledge and networks across all aspects of the rugby league competition and development ● Knowledge and experience of competition and development in a sporting environment ● Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required ● Ability to work in a high-energy, dynamic and fast-paced environment ● Courage to set high performance expectations for self and others ● Willingness to chip in and help all other staff in a small office environment ● The highest standards of professionalism at all times across all situations ● Understanding, embracing and enforcement of WRL and NZRL policy ● Relevant tertiary qualification desired but not required

The candidate will need a full driver’s license.

The CEO Interview Panel will be interviewing applicants who meet the requirements of the role on a rolling basis and so we welcome your application today. Please include a cover letter and current CV in your application.

A job description and Strategic Plan can be obtained from [email protected]. Please submit all applications to [email protected]

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