Waikato Rugby Union - Board & Governance

Waikato Rugby - Board Member Positions

Waikato Rugby is the organisation responsible for administering and delivering the game of rugby in the Waikato Region. Our purpose is to provide opportunities for anyone and everyone to belong, to participate and to be successful through rugby across Waikato and our communities.

Roles Available

We invite applications for an Independent Board Member (1), a Club Board Member (1) and a Nominated Board Member (1). Applications for the Club Board Member position require a supporting letter from a club affiliated to Waikato Rugby. The incumbents who intend to seek reappointment are Jim Reardon (Independent) and Kylie Harcourt (Nominated).

Skills/Competencies Required

A governance and strategic skillset monitoring all aspects of the organisation, while taking into account the interests of the relevant stakeholders.
Candidates who compliment and strengthen the expertise of the Waikato Rugby Board specifically sport and active recreation experience, an understanding of secondary school rugby, high performance rugby, financial management, marketing, media and digital expertise and senior management.
The ability to think and act independently of any stakeholder or stakeholders in rugby in the Waikato, and in the best interests of rugby across the entire region.
Board diversification, primarily in terms of idea and thought, but also in terms of gender, and/or ethnicity (particularly Maaori and Pasifika), to ensure it is representative of both the Waikato region and our rugby community.

Commitment required

Three-year term
Six board meetings a year and approximately 10 hours per month
Attendance at Club and representative rugby games, as required

Location - Waikato

Remuneration - Unpaid

Application Information

All applications should include a CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the required competencies and skills, and why you should be considered for the position. Applications for the Club Board Member should also include a supporting letter from a club affiliated to Waikato Rugby. Applications are to be sent to the CEO of the Waikato Rugby, Amy Marfell at amym@mooloo.co.nz by 5pm on Friday 13th February 2026.