The Director of Women's Rugby is responsible for leading, developing, and growing the Gordon Rugby Club Women's Program. This role provides strategic direction across all women's teams while creating a high-performance, inclusive, and enjoyable environment that supports players from community level through to representative rugby.
The role oversees recruitment, culture, operations, coach management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure the women's program's long-term success and sustainability.
Leadership & Strategy
- Develop & implement the strategic vision for the Gordon Women's Rugby Program.
- Foster a positive, inclusive & high-performance culture aligned with Gordon Rugby Club values.
- Build strong relationships with coaches, players, volunteers, sponsors & club stakeholders
- Represent the women's program within the club and wider rugby community
Coach Development
- Recruit, mentor, and support coaches across all women's teams (XV's & 7's).
- Facilitate coach education and professional development where applicable.
- Ensure consistency in coaching philosophy throughout the program.
- Conduct regular coach reviews and feedback sessions in collaboration with the Head of Coaching & Mentoring.
Recruitment & Retention
- Working with the Director of Rugby & Women’s Head Coach to develop recruitment strategies to attract new players.
- Maintain & build relationships with schools, universities and community clubs.
- Implement initiatives that improve player retention and engagement.
- Support transitions from junior to senior women's rugby.
Program Operations
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Work with the Women’s Head Coach, Director of Rugby & General Manager to coordinate season planning, training schedules, and competition logistics.
- Assist with budgeting, equipment management and resource allocation.
- Ensure compliance with Rugby Australia, NSW Rugby and club policies.
Community & Club Engagement
Key Selection Criteria
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Experience in either the women’s rugby or rugby coaching space is desired.
- Ability to develop players and coaches.
- Understanding of player pathways, specifically for women.
- Current coaching accreditation, WWCC, First Aid desirable.
Key Performance Indicators
- Player retention and growth.
- Improved team performances.
- Representative player progression.
- Coach development.
- Positive culture and stakeholder engagement.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about women's rugby.
- Organised, proactive and accountable.
- Resilient and collaborative.
- Committed to an inclusive environment.
Reporting To
- Director of Rugby & General Manager
Direct Reports
- Women's Team Coaches, including Women’s Head Coach
- Women's support staff, including Strength & Conditioning, Team Managers & volunteers
Employment Expectations
- Ideally attend one training per week throughout the season, plus matches and club events.
- Participate in planning meetings as needed.
- Maintain professional standards.
- Act as an ambassador for Gordon Rugby Club.