Competition & Operations Manager - Christchurch

Competition & Operations Manager Role with Canterbury Rugby League

Rich in history, Canterbury Rugby League (CRL) was formed in 1912 and is still operating 112 years on. A non-for-profit organisation; we are responsible for the organisation and delivery of Rugby League in the greater Canterbury Region. We have a proud and successful history in developing administrators, officials, coaches and players.

We cater from nursery grade (3 years old +) through to presidents grade (40 years old+). We select Canterbury boys’ and girls’ youth teams whilst our pinnacle teams are the Canterbury Men’s and Women’s Bulls teams that play in national competitions.

Job Description Statement

We are a small, community-focused organisation that thrives on working together as a whānau. We cherish each team member’s unique contributions and believe in creating a space where everyone’s skills, passions, and expertise are not just welcomed but celebrated.

In this role, we also embrace fluidity and creativity. We want you to feel empowered to co-design the job description alongside us, shaping the mahi to fit both your strengths and our collective goals.

Competition & Operations Manager - key responsibilities include: 

• Competition Management: Lead the planning and delivery of all CRL competitions and tournaments including the management of competition draws and results.

• Event Management: Lead the planning and delivery of all CRL events whilst adhering to health and safety policies and procedures

• Representative Programmes: Lead logistical operations to all CRL representative programmes

• Communications: Lead the delivery of CRL’s communications plan including the management of social media content on CRL’s platforms

• Relationships: Foster collaborative and constructive relationships with clubs, schools, tertiary institutions, districts and NZRL

• Volunteer Capability: Lead the delivery of volunteer capability

What will help you become appointed to this role:

• 5+ years’ work experience

• A passion for rugby league

• Understanding of the online Sporty system

• Experience in project/event planning

• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritise

• Adaptability and a solution-focused approach

• Willingness to work some hours outside normal work hours is required

• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment

If you believe you have the experience, skills and attributes to perform in this role CRL encourage you to submit an application that includes:-

• a brief cover letter

• a relevant CV.

If you believe you have other attributes that may contribute to the performance of Canterbury Rugby League, please include these as well.

Applications close at Monday 8th December at 5pm.

Applicants will be advised on Tuesday 9th December as to whether they have been successful in advancing.  

Short list interviews will be held on Wednesday 10th December.