​​​​​​​Men's Head Coach​​​​​​​

Are you eager to make a real impact in the world of football? North Wellington Football Club (NWFC) is on the lookout for an inspiring Head Coach to guide our men’s First Team. If you’re driven by player development, teamwork, and a commitment to core values, this is your chance to join a community-focused club with big ambitions.

About North Wellington FC

NWFC is more than a club, we’re a thriving community built on respect, integrity, inclusion, ambition, and local spirit. Our emphasis on growing home-grown talent powers our success, and we take pride in developing our players both on and off the pitch.

Your Mission as Head Coach

As Head Coach, you’ll lead the First Team in a way that embodies NWFC’s culture, championing our values in every match and interaction. You’ll nurture a competitive, united team that celebrates our development pathways, ensuring home-grown players shine at the highest level. Your leadership will set the tone for camaraderie, excellence, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach the NWFC Men's First Team in every match, nurturing a supportive and ambitious atmosphere.
• Design and deliver a player recruitment strategy aligned with club pathways, collaborating closely with the Director of Football to integrate emerging talent from the Men's Reserves.
• Assess strengths, weaknesses, and risks in the squad, and implement effective solutions for ongoing improvement.
• Develop and oversee a structured training, feedback, and learning plan with three practice sessions each week.
• Provide orientation for Reserves, allowing them exposure to First Team standards and culture.
• Submit player and resource proposals in line with agreed budgets.
• Plan off-season activities to boost engagement, retention, and squad development.

Leadership & Management

• Select and prepare the First Team in line with club requirements and regulatory standards from Capital Football, NZ Football, and other partners.
• Be a visible, positive ambassador for NWFC, always wearing club-approved gear during events, trainings, and matches.
• Provide all players with constructive feedback on training, selection, and performance, supporting their growth and transparency in the process.
• Promote a culture of respect among staff and players towards opponents, officials, and the wider football community, aiming for exemplary conduct at all times.

Collaboration & Relationships

As men's Head Coach, you’ll work closely with key club figures to ensure smooth operations and a strong player pipeline:

• Director of Football: Integrate emerging players, receive training support, and regular performance reviews together.
• Club President: Seek budget approvals, propose Amateur Playing Agreements, request support, and monthly progress and risk reports.
• Club Manager: Support governance and compliance, resolve complaints, manage game cancellations, and coordinate facility needs for training and matches.
• Work collaboratively with fellow club coaches, sharing ideas, learning from one another, and respectfully challenging conventions, with the goal of achieving excellence together.

Who We’re Looking For

You are a people-focused leader, passionate about player and team growth. The right candidate will have:

• Eligible to work in New Zealand
• An OFC/NZF B License or be actively working towards it.
• Outstanding communication skills, open, effective, and consistent.
• A commitment to developing talent and fostering team unity.
• The ability to work autonomously and as a team, seeking input when needed.
• Strong strategic planning and risk management abilities.
• A valid driving license.

Your Approach

• Develop – Craft strategies that excite and engage stakeholders, ensuring everyone shares our vision.
• Implement – Deliver plans with clear communication, resourcefulness, and effective risk management.
• Manage – Continuously monitor progress, share updates, and drive ongoing improvement.

Why Join NWFC?

• Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking club with strong community roots.
• Join a coaching network with drive and a desire to improve, supported by a stand alone Director of Football.
• Competetive session rates.
• Support with licencing requriements on your coaching journey.
• Mentor talented home-grown players ready to step up.
• Help define the culture and direction of North Wellington football.
• Enjoy professional support and collaboration with experienced club leaders.
• Build a legacy of sporting excellence, inclusion, and respect.

Apply Now

Send your CV and a cover letter outlining your coaching philosophy and vision for our club to clubmanager@northwellingtonfootball.com

Join us at North Wellington Football Club and help shape the future of football in our community! We look forward to hearing from you.