General Manager - Rugby

Competitive salary/ benefits based on experience

Tuggeranong Valley Rugby Union Football Club (Vikings) is a community rugby in Canberra ACT that fields six teams in the ACTRU competition and supports the Vikings Junior Rugby Union. From humble beginnings in 1973 and with the support of the ‘The Vikings Group’, the club has developed into one of the leading rugby clubs in Australia and has a proud history of success at all levels. Vikings Rugby has strong ambitions to continue to develop the quality of its programs and community and are seeking a General Manager – Rugby.

About the role

The General Manager (Vikings Rugby) drives club operations and performance on and off the field. Success requires strong admin and stakeholder skills, attention to detail, and a deep passion for community rugby—plus a commitment to supporting players, volunteers, supporters, and sponsors.

As a key member of the Vikings Rugby staff who reports to the club executive (President, Vice President and Treasurer). The primary direct line manager is the President.

The GMR works closely with clubs Coaching Director along with the Pathways and Performance role.

GMR Areas of Responsibility

TVRUFC General Manager -Rugby

Sponsorship Program and growth

Communications, Marketing, Events and Promotions

Manage Club Accommodation Properties and Tenants

Key duties and responsibilities in the role are:

Work strategically with the Committee to implement the clubs’ strategic directions and priorities

Engage with key License Club personal and departments to grow cross service opportunities for the benefit of the Rugby Club (book-keeping, events, marketing, web development and communications)

Build strong club communication during preseason, stakeholder engagement (players, coaches, sponsors and wider community).

Develop and maintain strong relationships with all members of the Vikings Rugby community including life members.

Strategically Manage, lead and build the key relationships with internal and external stakeholders inclusive of the Vikings Rugby Club Management Committee, The Vikings Group, Sponsors, Community Groups, suppliers and ACT&SNSW Rugby.

Sponsorship Program

Strategically and proactively grow sponsorship program, including

Lead creation and securing new sponsors

Delivery of ROI to sponsors as per sponsorship agreements

Implement marketing of sponsors contributions, including signage, brand placements, social media opportunities, naming rights etc.

Increasing revenue

Maintain and enhance sponsor relationships.

Manage the day-to-day Rugby Office operations. Maintaining a high level of organisation and administration for the rugby club.

Manage supplier contracts and deliverables. Including invoicing.

Undertake basic financial management working within the designated and approved budget(s), in conjunction with the other Rugby staff (ensuring invoices are loaded to Xero, transactions are reconciled), Club Executive and Committee, Club Bookkeeper and Auditor.

Facilitate the administration of all committee meetings, acting as the clubs Secretary Manage player registration through Rugby Xplorer and all player/club memberships.

Manage all aspects of the club’s merchandise, equipment, canteens, vehicles, volunteer rosters and accommodation properties.

Coordinate Monthly Committee Reports and agenda

Coordinate the implementation/logistics (advertising, registration, materials, payments etc) of pathway programs such as:

Junior-Red Academy (12-14yr olds),

Gen-Red Academy (15-18yr olds),

V-Rugby Academy and V-Rugby ETS.

Communications, Marketing, Events and Promotions

Point of contact for all the club’s publicity and promotion

Game day operational plan and implementation

Develop and implement social media, communications and marketing strategies, approved by club committee

Develop, schedule and implement club events calendar aligned to the competition draw.

Coordinate, Manage and implement club events, including game day events (Ladies Day, Sponsors Day, reconciliation round, ANZAC round, Family and Community Day, Charity Day etc)

Ensure the club has a strong and improved social media presence

Manage all relevant communication channels, including maintaining a regular schedule of Implement strategies to develop and grow club events and match day experience for the clubs’ partners and community.

Ensure that the Clubs accommodation properties are presented and kept to acceptable standard.

Players in accommodation sign, understand and undertake requirements in the clubs accommodation rental agreements

Liaise with commercial property managers/ landlord

Conduct regular inspections of properties to ensure accommodation agreements are being met.

Ensure Rent contributions are made by players

Support Program

Assist players as required in welfare and living requirements.

Identify opportunities for employment

Manage the Club’s Representative support program

Implement scholarship and support Programs determined by the coaching director and approved by the Committee (including setting up payment schedules etc).

The successful applicant will enjoy the opportunity to work within excellent facilities and resourcing, join an excellent team of full-time staff, committed volunteers and be at the forefront of continually elevating the profile of Vikings rugby as one of the best community rugby clubs in Australia.

About you

We are looking for someone with the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

Proven experience in sports management or a similar leadership role, with a track record of driving organisational growth and success.

Proven history of generating sponsorship revenue and delivery successful events within forecasted budgets.

Strong strategic and operational planning skills, with the ability to translate high-level goals into actionable plans.

Excellent people management and leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate all internal stakeholders.

Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Knowledge and understanding of Rugby AU Community Policies and Guidelines.

A passion and commitment to bettering community rugby.

Relevant Tertiary Qualification or current study (preferred Sports Management / Event Management / Marketing)

Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check

Valid Driver’s License

First Aid

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience. Two professional references are to be supplied at this time. Applications should be completed online via Seek as directed.

For enquiries or a confidential discussion, please reach out to club president, Ant Davies – [emailprotected] , or Russell Ott [emailprotected]

Initial interviews will be scheduled the following week.

NOTE: Should suitable candidates be identified prior to 24th September, interviews may occur prior to application closure date.

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