Sports Performance Analyst

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 234,360; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Fully furnished accommodation

Free schooling

Private medical insurance

Annual flight allowance

End of service gratuity

Access to CPD programs

Job summary

Gems Education UAE in Dubai is seeking a talented Sports Performance Analyst to enhance athlete development through data-driven performance improvements. Utilizing sports science and video analysis, the incumbent will support student-athletes while ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies.

This full-time role offers a competitive tax-free salary, suitable accommodation, free schooling for children, private medical insurance, and global career advancement opportunities in a dynamic, high-performance sports environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in school, academy, or professional sport performance analysis.
• Strong knowledge of athlete monitoring systems and performance testing.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the collection and interpretation of biometric, physiological, and performance data.
• Manage video capture and analysis from fixtures, training sessions.
• Create and maintain performance dashboards using platforms such as Power BI.

Skills

Sports performance analysis

Athlete monitoring and load management

Video analysis and performance tagging

Power BI dashboard development

HUDL and VALD platform management

Sports science data interpretation

Coaching feedback and athlete profiling

AI tools for performance tracking

Reporting and high-performance programme support

Education

Degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis, Data Science, or related field

Postgraduate qualification (desirable for advanced roles)

Tools

HUDL

VALD

Power BI

Job description

Sports Performance Analyst Job Snapshot Role: Sports Performance Analyst Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Education Function: Analyst Experience: Experience in school, academy, or professional sport performance analysis Job Type: Full-time

Overview

An exciting Sports Performance Analyst opportunity is available in Dubai, UAE within the Education sector for professionals passionate about athlete development and data‑driven performance improvement. This Sports Performance Analyst role focuses on using sports science, video analysis, and advanced performance technology to support student‑athletes, improve wellbeing, and strengthen high‑performance sports programmes within a leading international school environment.

Job Details

Country: UAE; City: Dubai; Industry: Education; Salary: 15000-21000 monthly (Market estimated)

Gender: Any; Candidate Nationality: Any; Job Type: Full‑time

Role Context

The Sports Performance Analyst plays a critical role in supporting high‑performance athletes by collecting, analysing, and presenting performance data that helps coaches make informed decisions. This position combines sports science, athlete monitoring, video review, and performance technology to improve development outcomes, reduce injury risk, and support long‑term student‑athlete success. The role also contributes to innovation by integrating AI and advanced analytics into the school's sports performance strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the collection and interpretation of biometric, physiological, and performance data across high‑performance athletes
• Manage video capture and analysis from fixtures, training sessions, and performance testing activities
• Create and maintain performance dashboards using platforms such as Power BI, TeamBuildr, VALD, and related systems
• Monitor athlete wellbeing, physical load, attendance, behaviour, and performance trends through structured reporting
• Work closely with coaches to build detailed athlete performance profiles and support tailored development plans
• Provide clear feedback and performance summaries to athletes, parents, and coaching staff
• Produce monthly reports highlighting performance trends, risks, and intervention opportunities
• Support Individual Athlete Plan reviews with detailed data analysis and performance recommendations
• Create visual coaching resources including highlight reels, tactical breakdowns, and technical review content
• Explore and implement AI tools, player tracking systems, and auto‑tagging technology to improve analysis quality
• Support athlete digital portfolios for scholarships, trials, and external sporting opportunities
• Ensure all performance systems comply with school safeguarding and data protection policies

Ideal Profile

• Degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis, Data Science, or a related field
• Postgraduate qualification is desirable for advanced performance roles
• Experience working within a school, academy, or professional sports performance environment
• Strong knowledge of athlete monitoring systems, load management, and performance testing
• Proficiency with performance software such as HUDL, VALD, and related sports technology platforms
• Experience using data visualization tools such as Power BI for reporting and decision support
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical data clearly to athletes, coaches, and parents
• Passion for performance improvement, athlete wellbeing, and technology‑driven sports development

Skills Set

• Sports performance analysis
• Athlete monitoring and load management
• Video analysis and performance tagging
• Power BI dashboard development
• HUDL and VALD platform management
• Sports science data interpretation
• Coaching feedback and athlete profiling
• AI tools for performance tracking
• Reporting and high‑performance programme support

Why Join Us

• Join a leading international school with a strong commitment to elite sports development
• Competitive tax‑free salary with fully furnished accommodation provided
• Free schooling, private medical insurance, and annual flight allowance included
• End of service gratuity and excellent long‑term career stability
• Access world‑class CPD programmes and global career progression opportunities
• Work in a dynamic high‑performance sports environment with advanced facilities and technology
• Live and work in Dubai while supporting the next generation of elite student‑athletes