The Fijian Drua has advertised for the position of chief executive officer (CEO).
A statement from the club said the search for the new CEO would be conducted by independent executive search firm Odgers Berndston.
It stated the potential candidate would lead the club to newer heights and position it as one of the most exciting franchises in the competition, which it added aligned with the strategic direction of the Fijian Drua following its inaugural Super Rugby Pacific season.
“As was always planned, it also allows current CEO Brian Thorburn, who was acting in an interim capacity, to return to his substantial role as Commercial Director of Fiji Rugby and focus on several upcoming domestic and international engagements,” the club stated.
“This includes Flying Fijians tests, the Fijiana’s first-ever Rugby World Cup appearance, and Fiji’s campaigns for the Commonwealth Games 7s and Rugby World Cup 7s.”
Thorburn will continue to lead the Fijian Drua until a new CEO is appointed, with the extensive process expected to take several months.
According to the statement, the key requirements for the role include having a proven track record as CEO leading a start-up or early-stage organisation, strong commercial acumen and demonstrated experience in finance, governance and revenue generation.
