Senior Men Head Coach Vacancy

The 2025 Inter Services are over for this year and the Senior Men were crowned champions. As a result it is time for several staff members to take a break from rugby and accordingly the Royal Navy Rugby Union is now seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to take on the role of Head Coach for the Navy Rugby Senior Men's team.

As part of the Royal Navy and a National Constituent Body of the Rugby Football Union, the Royal Navy Rugby Union plays a vital role in managing, administering, and developing the game of Rugby Union within the Royal Navy. Our vision is to be fun, relevant, and successful, inspiring players, coaches, officials, volunteers, and spectators to enjoy rugby at all levels, reflecting the best of the Service.

Responsibilities of the Head Coach include:
- Leading the coaching staff and players of the Navy Rugby Senior Men's team.
- Ensuring on-field performance excellence and achieving a commendable winning record in competitions such as the annual Inter-            Services Championship and on tour.
- Identifying, selecting, and planning for the development of assistant coaches and team support staff.
- Maintaining high standards and protocols within the Senior Men’s XV rugby area.
- Promoting Navy representation in various competitive environments.

The ideal candidate will have:
- A strong background and passion for rugby.
- Coaching CV and evidence of CPD.
- Commitment to Navy Rugby and the ability to support the Royal Navy Rugby Union effectively. (Senior Men’s Training Camp generally    runs from Feb – May)
- Knowledge of the sporting landscape within the Royal Navy, preferably with experience in a rugby environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A serving member of the Royal Navy or Royal Marines. Reserves and civilians will be consider by exception.
- Personable and capable of engaging with stakeholders effectively.

This is a voluntary role with a commitment expected for a 2-3 year tenure.

For further information or to express interest, please contact David Sibson, Assistant Director of Rugby (Senior Men) of the Royal Navy Rugby Union, at David.sibson566@mod.gov.uk.

The closing date for applications is Monday 2 Jun 25. Applications should be submitted in writing via email to David Sibson at the provided email address. Applicants are encouraged to include personal statements or covering letters to demonstrate their suitability for the role. The selection process will involve consideration by a panel convened by the Director of Rugby, with potential interviews scheduled for the week commencing 23 Jun 25.