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Paul Munyuki Sports Reporter
THE Zimbabwe Rugby Union has started hunting for a new Sables team manager following the resignation of Losson Mtongwiza last week. Yesterday, the ZRU began their search for Mtongwiza’s replacement as they try to steady their ship that is currently going through stormy waters ahead of their final campaign for the World Cup set for England next year. The advert, which is on the ZRU website, indicates that the organisation is looking for someone who has a strong rugby background.

“Applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates; with traceable references and a proven track record, in the field of sports management, and specifically related to rugby, are invited for the position of team manager of the Zimbabwe national XVs rugby team,” read part of the notice.

“Responsibilities will include management of all off-field operational issues with regard to team management of the squad in preparations for and on all international assignments as designated by Zimbabwe Rugby (and)

Player welfare (management) and reporting on discipline issues, medical emergencies, daily run sheets and timing, responsible for distribution and care of training equipment and playing kit and management of all financial issues relating to players.

Support to the players and management to ensure successful, professional international assignments.  Applications, including all relevant documentation, CV and contact details, may be submitted in writing and applications should reach the ZRU offices no later than Wednesday March 12 2014.”

The new ZRU constitution does not make it mandatory for vacancies within the Union should be advertised in a national newspaper.