Graham Henry has reapplied for his job as New Zealand coach despite the All Blacks' World Cup failure.
New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) decided to advertise the post following the All Blacks' 20-18 quarter-final exit to hosts France.
NZRU will meet in December to discuss the list of candidates, which includes Waikato Chiefs' coach Ian Foster, Wellington Hurricanes' Colin Cooper and Robbie Deans, the Canterbury Crusaders coach, who is favourite to take over from Henry having led Crusaders to four Super rugby titles.
Henry said: 'I have applied for the All Blacks coaching position because I believe I can add further value. I'm passionate about coaching and this team.
'The Rugby World Cup was a big disappointment and I am responsible, but I believe we can learn from that experience and develop into an even stronger All Blacks team in the future.'
