Munster have added South African coach Jacques Nienaber to their backroom staff along with former Munster and Ireland player Felix Jones.
Nienaber will join the province as defence coach on a three year contract, Jones assumes a technical coaching role on a one year deal.
Jerry Flannery extends his role of scrum coach for a further year.
After indicating his intention to return to the private sector earlier this season, Brian Walsh, who held the role of assistant coach for the past two seasons, has completed his time with the province, joining previously confirmed departees Ian Costello and Mick O’Driscoll.
Nienaber previously held roles in physiotherapy and strength and conditioning with Currie Cup and Super Rugby sides Cheetahs and Cats respectively.
Over a seven year period the incoming coach held defence roles with Western Province, Stormers, Junior Springboks, South African Schools and the Springboks.
He is currently high performance manager with the SARU and will join the province on 1 July, subject to being granted a valid work permit.
Munster Rugby CEO Garrett Fitzgerald welcomed the new arrivals and said: "We are delighted to finalise our coaching requirements for next season and look forward to welcoming Jacques and Felix to the set-up.
"Jacques is a highly rated and sought after coach who brings a wealth of experience with him after working across all levels of the game. We believe he will be a great addition to the coaching staff.
"While Felix, who had a hugely successful playing career with both Munster and Ireland, will provide invaluable technical know-how in aiding the development of our young squad."
