Football coach

FC Tanjung Bungah; Penang; On-site; MYR 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FC United is seeking a driven football coach to join our Malaysia academies and help deliver a professional, positive environment for young players.

You will plan engaging sessions, develop players across technical, tactical, physical and psychological domains, and communicate with players, parents and staff. The role requires safeguarding awareness and commitment to ongoing learning in football coaching.

Qualifications

• Passionate about youth football and player development.
• Energetic, professional and reliable.
• A strong communicator and positive role model.
• Experienced coaching players of different ages and abilities.
• Willing to learn and implement the FC United methodology.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver energetic, engaging, age-appropriate training sessions in line with the FC United coaching philosophy.
• Develop players technically, tactically, physically and psychologically.
• Provide constructive feedback and monitor player progress.
• Prepare teams for matches, tournaments and competitions.
• Communicate effectively with players, parents, coaches and the technical director.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, organisation and communication.
• Attend matches, tournaments, meetings and development events as required.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Coaching youth

Planning sessions

Player development

Education

UEFA/AFC coaching qualification

Safeguarding and First Aid qualifications

Recognised football coaching qualification

Job description

FC United is an ambitious youth football organisation made up of academies across Malaysia, who are committed to developing players through high-quality coaching, structured programmes and clear progression pathways for 5-16 year olds.

We are seeking a driven, knowledgable and passionate football coach to join our team and help deliver a professional, positive environment for the next generation of footballers.

The Role

• Plan and deliver energetic, engaging, age-appropriate training sessions in line with the FC United coaching philosophy.
• Develop players technically, tactically, physically and psychologically.
• Provide constructive feedback and monitor player progress.
• Prepare teams for matches, tournaments and competitions.
• Communicate effectively with players, parents, coaches and the technical director.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, organisation and communication.
• Attend matches, tournaments, meetings and development events as required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about youth football and player development.
• Energetic, professional and reliable.
• A strong communicator and positive role model.
• Experienced coaching players of different ages and abilities.
• Able to create challenging, engaging sessions.
• Willing to learn and implement the FC United methodology
• Effective working as part of a team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised football coaching qualification.
• Experience coaching youth football.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• UEFA/AFC coaching qualification.
• Academy or elite youth coaching experience.
• Safeguarding and First Aid qualifications.