His re-appointment has been confirmed this afternoon.
"We're delighted to have Jamie staying with the Highlanders and New Zealand Rugby for another year," New Zealand Rugby Union spokesman Neil Sorensen said.
"Jamie is a hugely popular figure in the Highlanders region and we know he loves giving back to that community.
"Jamie can be proud of the work he has already achieved with the Highlanders, and we are excited to see what he will bring in 2015 and 2016," he said.
- More in tomorrow's Otago Daily Times.