A new opportunity has arisen for someone to help shape how Wales Rugby League tells its story, builds trust and connects with its communities.
Wales Rugby League is the national governing body for Rugby League in Wales. We believe Rugby League is a cultural identity, a passion, and a powerful force throughout our communities. Since 1895, our sport has stood for resilience, inclusion, and authenticity, bringing people together and making a meaningful difference.
As we embark on an ambitious phase of growth, we’re seeking a voluntary Communications Non-Executive Director to join our Board. This is a unique opportunity to bring your communications expertise to a sport with a proud history and a bold future.
You will provide strategic leadership and Board-level oversight, helping WRL communicate clearly and consistently, strengthen engagement with its audiences, and protect and enhance the organisation’s reputation.
Your impact
As Communications NED you’ll play a pivotal role in:
- Communications Strategy: Provide strategic direction and oversight for WRL’s communications activities, ensuring they support our vision, values and strategic priorities.
- Brand & Messaging: Champion clear, consistent and accessible messaging, and support the effective use and protection of WRL’s brand and identity.
- Stakeholder Communications: Provide guidance on communications with members, partners, sponsors, communities and other key stakeholders.
- Digital, Social Media & Content: Support the development of WRL’s website, digital channels and social media presence, encouraging engaging, accurate and timely content.
- Board Collaboration: Work collaboratively with fellow Board members, providing independent judgement and constructive challenge on communications matters and wider Board discussions.
What You’ll Bring
- Experience in communications, marketing, media, public relations, digital content or a related field.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of audiences.
- A strategic understanding of brand, reputation, stakeholder communications and digital channels.
- High integrity, sound judgement and a collaborative approach, with an understanding of the responsibilities of a Non-Executive Director.
Our Commitment to Diversity
WRL is committed to building a Board that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those based on gender, race, disability, sexuality, socio-economic background, and more. We believe diversity drives creativity, performance, and legitimacy, and we’d be delighted to discuss our culture and values with interested candidates.
Role Details
- Type: Voluntary (reasonable expenses can be reimbursed).
- Time Commitment: Around 4 hours per week on average, plus attendance at four board meetings per year and key matches or events where possible.
- Location: Flexible – remote or at game venues, depending on the activity.
- Term: Initially a 3-year term, with the option to renew for a second term if mutually agreed.
- What You’ll Gain
- A meaningful opportunity to shape the future of Rugby League in Wales.
- A chance to support an inclusive and ambitious national governing body.
- A collaborative, passionate, and forward-thinking Board culture.
How to apply
If you are interested in this role, please submit your CV and cover letter to Recruitment@walesrugbyleague.co.uk. Alternatively, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact James Davies at james.davies@walesrugbyleague.co.uk or Adam Rowland adam.rowland@walesrugbyleague.co.uk.
