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Southern Zone Directors Required

The Southern Zone of NZ Rugby League is the regional organisation charged with leading, developing, promoting and fostering Rugby League in the South Island. The Southern Zone supports the five districts who deliver rugby league to their communities in the South Island: Tasman, West Coast, Southland, Otago and Canterbury.

The SZRL Board comprises five Directors, of which at least three must be Independent Directors and two must be Rugby League Knowledgeable Directors.

As per the Southern Zone constitution two current Directors retire by rotation, one Independent Director and one Rugby League Knowledgeable Director. Applications are invited to fill these two positions on the Board of Directors.

The appointments panel will be assessing candidates against a range of criteria including:

  • Clear understanding of governance functions and principles
  • Knowledge of and interest in the development of  Rugby League
  • Knowledge of how community based programmes are run
  • Occupational skills that add value to the Board business
  • A strong network across the business and /or League community

If you would like to make a difference to Rugby League in our community and have the necessary attributes, please complete the application form here and attach a full CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and send to: Steve Martin, General Manager- Southern Zone Rugby League, PO Box 969 Dunedin or steve@nzrl.co.nz .

Applications close on Friday 11 March 2011 (extended due to Christchurch earthquake).