Cricket Academy Director - Player Development Leader

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Ibrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Leadership training

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24, Kimberley-based cricket academy, seeks a Director of Player Development to lead the entire player pathway from junior talent to professional readiness. You will shape coaching strategies, integrate performance analytics, and implement holistic welfare and education support across all age groups.

The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with national cricket bodies, and oversight of staff, budgets, and performance outcomes to drive long-term success of the academy.

Competenze

• Extensive experience in high-performance coaching within cricket.
• Proven track record in developing players from junior to professional levels.
• Strong knowledge of sport science, biomechanics and performance analysis.

Mansioni

• Design and implement a long-term player development program for all age groups.
• Oversee recruitment and retention of talented young cricketers.
• Develop individualized training plans focusing on technical, tactical, physical and mental aspects.

Conoscenze

High-performance coaching

Player development

Talent identification

Leadership

Budget management

Sports psychology

Communication

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24, Kimberley-based cricket academy, seeks a Director of Player Development to lead the entire player pathway from junior talent to professional readiness. You will shape coaching strategies, integrate performance analytics, and implement holistic welfare and education support across all age groups.

The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with national cricket bodies, and oversight of staff, budgets, and performance outcomes to drive long-term success of the academy.