Keelboat Programme Manager

Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club invites a talented individual to lead the new keelboat programme in Hong Kong. The role involves sailing and coaching instruction, developing training courses, and coordinating with the Racing Development Manager and Corporate Events Team to enhance member engagement.

The candidate must bring a high level of sailing experience and an internationally recognised coaching qualification, with additional powerboat and first aid credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• High level of sailing and coaching experience.
• An internationally recognised sailing coaching qualification.
• A powerboat driving qualification, where possible.
• PV O.C.C. (if based in Hong Kong) or ability to obtain within six months.
• First aid and CPR qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate keelboat class growth and keelboat training courses.
• Lead and develop keelboat programmes with Club teams.
• Be the primary instructor and coordinate coaching resources.
• Oversee keelboat programmes for youth and adults.
• Organise seminars/workshops for members on keelboat sailing.
• Train and mentor instructors and Club coaches.

Skills

Sailing experience

Coaching qualification

Powerboat license

PV O.C.C.

First aid & CPR

Job description

We are now inviting a talented and dedicated individual to join our team at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious private clubs by delivering exceptional social events that enrich the member experience.

Keelboat Programme Manager

This is a full-time position based in Hong Kong. The role reports to the Sailing and Marine Manager at Middle Island.

The successful candidate will have significant autonomy to run and develop this new programme; therefore, we seek an individual able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team that delivers sail training and race training.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate growth in the Club’s keelboat class participation and keelboat training courses. In addition, leveraging the Elliott for corporate events is an objective.

Build and develop the Club’s programmes, collaborating with the Racing Development Manager, Sail Centre Manager and Corporate Events Team.

Be the primary instructor and ensure the best use of other coaching resources to facilitate the optimal use of the fleet.

Oversee the implementation and delivery of keelboat programmes at youth and adult levels.

Ensure these programmes are adequately staffed, monitored and adjusted to increase quality and participation.

Organise seminars and workshops for members on keelboat sailing.

Organise, coordinate and instructor lead sessions.

Explore and implement initiatives for further growth in keelboat training, racing and other participation.

Work closely with the Centre Manager to train, mentor and develop qualified instructors and Club coaches to assist with programme delivery.

Duties and hours dedicated to various duties will vary depending on the time of year and the programme’s priorities at any given time.

Assist with coaching and sail training from time to time, as needed.

Follow RHKYC Coaching and Sail Training guidelines.

Keep up to date with child protection policies.

Perform such other duties as may reasonably be requested by Management.

Qualifications and Skills

A high level of sailing and coaching experience.

An internationally recognised sailing coaching qualification.

An internationally recognised powerboat driving qualification, where possible.

Hong Kong PV O.C.C. (if already based in Hong Kong), or the ability to obtain it within six months.

First aid and CPR qualifications.

Working Conditions

The role will require availability to work with members on most weekends, with regular days off on weekdays.

The role will require spending a large proportion of working time outdoors, in all weather conditions. A high level of personal fitness should be maintained.

We offer an attractive remuneration package to the right candidate.

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club is one of the largest private members clubs in Hong Kong. We encourage and empower sailors, rowers, paddlers, supporters and spectators to be their best, maximise their experiences and enjoy life sustainability on and around the water.

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club is one of the largest private members clubs in Hong Kong. We encourage and empower sailors, rowers, paddlers, supporters and spectators to be their best, maximise their experiences and enjoy life sustainability on and around the water.