JOE SCHMIDT HAS joined Ulster Rugby as a coach development advisor, the province has announced. A statement from Ulster Rugby reads that Schmidt’s role has been newly created to focus on ”strengthening and developing the coaching pathway across the province.” He was also named World Rugby Coach of the Year that season. AdvertisementJoe Schmidt appointed Coach Development Advisor 🏉Ulster Rugby is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Schmidt in a consultancy capacity as Coach Development Advisor, a newly created role focused on strengthening and developing the coaching pathway across the province.… pic.twitter.com/uzON5G28sj — Ulster Rugby (@UlsterRugby) July 29, 2026The Ulster statement adds that Schmidt will make “several visits” to the province over the next 12 months while also dealing with the club through “remote interactions” to provide “mentorship, guidance and strategic support.” “We’re delighted to have someone of Joe’s calibre involved with Ulster Rugby.