Regional Rugby CEO: Strategy, Growth & Community

Global Elite Limited; Wellington; On-site; NZD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) invites a visionary Chief Executive Officer to steer the organisation’s future across the Wellington region. The role focuses on strategic leadership, robust financial management, and expanding participation in club and community rugby.

Reporting to the Board, the CEO will drive growth, build critical partnerships with NZ Rugby, the Hurricanes, sponsors and stakeholders, and cultivate a high‑performing, collaborative team culture across the union and its

Qualifications

• Senior executive leadership and strategic management experience.
• Outstanding stakeholder relationship management and communication skills.
• Experience leading organisational change and developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of WRFU's strategic priorities and organisational performance.
• Drive financial sustainability, commercial partnerships and revenue growth.
• Strengthen club and community engagement, participation and player pathways.
• Oversee representative and high-performance rugby programmes.
• Build strong relationships with NZ Rugby, the Hurricanes, sponsors and key stakeholders.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a positive and accountable culture.

Job description

Wellington Rugby Football Union (WRFU) invites a visionary Chief Executive Officer to steer the organisation’s future across the Wellington region. The role focuses on strategic leadership, robust financial management, and expanding participation in club and community rugby.

Reporting to the Board, the CEO will drive growth, build critical partnerships with NZ Rugby, the Hurricanes, sponsors and stakeholders, and cultivate a high‑performing, collaborative team culture across the union and its