The role exists to increase the number of Rugby players in New England by providing the necessary education and support of Clubs, Schools, Coaches, Match Officials and Administrators as well as appropriate recruitment and retention programs. Development Officers will work across three key focus areas;

1. To connect clubs and schools whist building relationships to grow the game and improve the quality of coaching and training environments, both at junior rugby clubs and schools, through education, club engagement initiatives and competitions.
2. Support junior clubs with the recruitment and retention of players specifically at primary age as well as, coaches and match officials across all facets of the game. Converting participants into regular rugby players from programs or gala days. 
3. Deliver programs and provide opportunities that enhance, support and build our rugby communities

Success in this role will result in;

+ A greater number of people playing and staying in rugby clubs across New England.

+ Higher quality of coaching, training environments and match officials at clubs and schools

+ An increased number of schools playing in XV’s and Rugby 7s competitions, while developing strong connections from schools to Rugby Clubs resulting in more junior rugby players in New England.

+ Improved sentiment of the game

This is a Permanent Part Time Role - 0.6FTE (8 month contract)

See full description in attached document.