Dubai Head Rugby Coach (15s & 7s) – Lead & Recruit

MIRA CONSTRUCTION L.L.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UAE employment visa

Medical insurance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Dubai-based rugby club seeks an experienced Head Rugby Coach to lead a competitive senior rugby programme in Dubai. Rugby 15s is the primary focus, with 7s serving as a development and exposure platform, including domestic and international tournaments.

The Head Coach will lead squad building, recruitment, training planning, match preparation, and long-term sporting development, shaping playing philosophy and standards across both formats.

Qualifications

• Significant experience coaching senior/adult Rugby 15s.
• World Rugby Level 2 qualification or equivalent is mandatory.
• Strong technical and tactical understanding of Rugby 15s.
• Ability to recruit and develop players; lead squad selection.
• Experience in Rugby 7s coaching is desirable.
• UAE or Gulf rugby experience advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the senior Rugby 15s programme and overall team performance.
• Oversee development and preparation of the Rugby 7s programme.
• Plan, structure, and deliver senior-team training sessions.
• Prepare and manage the Rugby 15s team for league fixtures and competitions.
• Prepare and manage Rugby 7s squads for selected tournaments.
• Establish a clear playing philosophy, tactical structure, and performance standards across both formats.
• Adapt technical and tactical preparation to Rugby 15s and Rugby 7s.
• Lead player recruitment, scouting, trials, assessment, and squad selection.
• Build a competitive Rugby 15s squad capable of competing in UAE Rugby Division 2.
• Identify and develop players suitable for Rugby 7s squads.
• Develop individual and team development plans.
• Work with club management on squad composition, recruitment strategy, and season planning.
• Assist with recruitment and management of coaching and performance staff.
• Establish professional standards for training attendance, preparation, fitness, discipline, and matchday performance.
• Contribute to long-term sporting strategy and development of the club.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Player management

Recruitment & scouting

Strategic planning

Education

World Rugby Level 2 coaching qualification

World Rugby Level 3 qualification (advantage)

Job description

Dubai-based rugby club seeks an experienced Head Rugby Coach to lead a competitive senior rugby programme in Dubai. Rugby 15s is the primary focus, with 7s serving as a development and exposure platform, including domestic and international tournaments.

The Head Coach will lead squad building, recruitment, training planning, match preparation, and long-term sporting development, shaping playing philosophy and standards across both formats.