Glasgow Hawks RFC


and Bank of Ireland



WANT TO JOIN THE MOST AMBITIOUS TEAM IN THE COUNTRY?
CLUB DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – GLASGOW HAWKS RFC

Payment: £21,861- £24,201 p.a. with opportunities for progression.

In addition a car and reasonable expenses will be provided.
Fixed Term for 3 years

35 hours per week


Glasgow Hawks RFC seeks to appoint a committed Club Development Manager to work with us to drive the aims of our local rugby development plan, establish the Glasgow Hawks Youth Academy sponsored by Bank of Ireland and in turn contribute to the SRU’s vision for growing the game.

You will have experience of sports development & coaching within a rugby environment, as well as a relevant academic qualification and a full, valid driving licence.

You will deliver on behalf of the club and its partners a thriving development structure within the Glasgow Hawks environment that ensures the club is vibrant and at the centre of sustainable rugby development in Glasgow and the west of Scotland. You will report to a management group consisting of representatives of the club, Scottish Rugby Regional Development Manager, and representatives of other stakeholders as required.

Key Accountabilities

Increase community awareness of Glasgow Hawks RFC and their contribution to the personal and social development of young players
Assist in the development of opportunities in local schools so they can participate in competitive rugby matches – either separately or in a combined side
Support the associated schools (Glasgow Academy, High School of Glasgow and Kelvinside Academy) through coach education and development support
Provide after schools clubs linking the local schools and Glasgow Hawks
Develop an integrated coaching structure which ensures that teams in every group from S1 to U18 are coached to a high standard and play regular games
Provide current and former players with an opportunity to continue their involvement in the sport by passing on their skills to the next generation of players


Glasgow Hawks has been established for just 10 years but has, in that time proven itself as Scotland’s leading club providing a stepping-stone to professional, representative and International rugby. This exciting opportunity will require an exceptional individual committed to realising the ambitions of the club and individual participants.


Closing Date: Friday, 20th April 2007.

For a detailed discussion contact either Kenny Hamilton, Glasgow Hawks Chairman (07971 120 401) or (from 26th March) Kenny Murray, Regional Development Manager - Scottish Rugby (0776 417 8909).

For a full description of this position, please contact Kenny Hamilton by email or phone.

Application is by CV with a covering letter of no more than 500 words, outlining why you feel you are suitable for the position to [email protected]

Please provide details of 2 appropriate referees who will be contacted before interview.

Interviews will be held in early May.

This article was originally posted on 21-Mar-2007, 18:02 by Hugh Barrow.
Last updated by Hugh Barrow on 21-Mar-2007, 18:03.