The Welsh Rugby Union is seeking a new Director of Professional Rugby to overhaul the men’s national team after a disappointing year. The role, crucial for Wales’ future success, involves working with clubs to restore the nation’s rugby stature and benefit its future.
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00:00The Welsh Rugby Union is searching for a new director of professional rugby to help guide
00:07the sport back to prominence following a difficult period.
00:12With the men's national team currently ranked 12th in the world after 14 test defeats, the
00:17WRU is looking to implement long-term strategic changes.
00:22Interim head coach Matt Sherratt has been brought in but the union is now seeking a
00:26permanent solution to elevate Wales back to the top of international rugby.
00:32The role, which will report directly to the new Wales head coach, involves overseeing
00:36both the men's and women's teams and sevens teams as well as departments such as strength
00:42and conditioning, medical, nutrition and analysis.
00:46Candidates must demonstrate experience in performance data analytics.
00:51The new director will be expected to help turn Wales' fortunes around, restoring the
00:56country's rugby pride.