About the Club

Tuggeranong Valley Rugby Union Football Club (Vikings Rugby) is a proud, community-based club founded in 1973. As a not-for-profit, our core purpose is to encourage, foster, promote and develop rugby union, providing a pathway from juniors through Colts, women’s rugby and Premier Grade, so every player - regardless of age, ability, background or ambition - can find their place in the game and grow as both a player and a person.

We are a community club in the truest sense: deeply connected to the people and history of the Tuggeranong Valley, supported by a passionate fan base, life members, volunteers and families, and backed by first-class facilities at Viking Park that set the standard for club rugby in the ACT and beyond.

For a Director of Coaching and 1st Grade Coach, this is an opportunity to:

lead in a club that has a strong, longstanding foundation,
shape an aligned playing and coaching program across the grades,
mentor ambitious players and coaches within a clear values-driven framework, and
create a new legacy of sustained success for Vikings Rugby.

About the role

Vikings Rugby is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Coaching and 1st Grade Head Coach to lead our rugby program and drive performance across all grades.

This senior leadership role combines strategic oversight, program management and high-performance coaching, including direct responsibility for the 1st Grade squad competing in the John I Dent Competition.

Key responsibilities

Lead and implement the club’s rugby strategy and programs
Coach and prepare the 1st Grade team for competition
Oversee coaching, player development and pathways programs across all grades
Manage team selection, talent identification and recruitment
Develop and support coaches, staff and support teams
Build strong relationships with players, sponsors and stakeholders
Provide regular reporting to the Club Committee
Work collaboratively with other staff and volunteer members

About you

Proven high-level rugby coaching experience (min current Level 3 Coaching Accreditation)
Strong leadership, relationship building and communication skills
Experience in player development and pathways programs
Ability to drive performance and build club culture
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

What’s on offer

Full-time role (38 hours + additional as required)
Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and skills.
Initial 3-year contract with potential extension
Opportunity to lead a leading ACT rugby program

Apply now

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