Rugby League Northland’s new strategic direction is titled – “Te Iwi Kiwi – Working together to succeed together.” The Northern Swords play in the NZRL National Competitions in the following grades: 15s, 17s and Premiers. The 15s and 17s play in a National Tournament between the 28th September and the 2nd October. While the Premiers play in a 7-week competition from the end of August to Mid October. All competitions have pathways via the NZRL National team pathways. NZRL Residents, NZRL U16s and NZRL U18s.
Head Coaches: Premiers, 15s and 17s
The head coach has overall responsibility for implementing their program to prepare their team to the best of their potential with regard to development and playing of rugby league by the players he/she is allocated. Complimenting this, the successful individuals will have sound processes around talent ID, developing an athlete-centred environment and team management.
The Head Coach will need lead their management team consisting of their assistant coach, manager and trainer.
Head Coaches should be Senior Club Coach qualified or in the process of gaining this certification.
Assistant Coaches: Premiers, 15s and 17s
Assistant coaches must also have sound processes around talent ID, developing team culture and working in a team environment. They must demonstrate leadership throughout the tenure of their appointment and be a mentor for the athletes when required.
They must be able to compliment the vision and objectives of the head coach, utilising their coaching skills, leadership and experience where applicable.
Assistant Coaches should have a minimum Beginner Youth or Senior qualification. Ideally they should be Senior Club Coach Qualified.
Team Manager: Premiers, 15s and 17s
The team manager provides support to the coaches and trainer by attending to all administration matters relating to the team and its players. The manager will be the key person responsible for liaising between the team and RLN. They will accurately manage all financial and logistical requirements for the team by strictly following RLN financial/ travel policy and practices.
There is an expectation that the team manager will provide a detailed review at the end of the campaign/ tour in a timely manner.
Team Managers should have a minimum NZRL Level 1 Managers qualification and or be prepared to undertake the required training before the campaign.
Team Trainers: Premiers, 15s and 17s
Team trainers have responsibilities for developing and implementing programs to ensure the players possess the physical fitness and well-being to reduce the risk of injury. The trainer must show a duty of care towards the players under their charge in terms of lifestyle, nutrition, training and injury prevention. The role will involve mentoring players on making quality choices in terms of nutrition, training and general lifestyle decisions relating to their playing careers and beyond.
Team trainers should have a minimum First Aid Officers qualification and or be prepared to undertake the required training before the campaign.
General Information:
All members of the management team will be role model for the players and other management staff. All management staff will adhere to the NZRL pledge and RLN values.
Successful applicants must be able to travel and have a mobile phone for communication purposes.
Vision
Creating opportunities in Northland through Rugby League – “It’s More than just a Game.”
Mission
To GROW a bigger and better Rugby League community in Northland.
Values
- Tuakiritanga – Identity
- Kotahitanga – Unity
- Rangatiratanga – Leadership
- Manakitanga – Responsibility of caring and sharing.
Note: All current roles with the Northern Swords are volunteer roles.
Application for Coaches, Trainer and Manager roles will need to be completed by Friday 20th of March 5.00pm and should be made via a covering letter and Rugby League CV to the RLN General Manager – Alex Smits – email: alex.smits@nzrl.co.nz
