Elite Athletic Performance Director

Placements24; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 1.300.000 - 2.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

World-class facilities

Career growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Head of Athletic Performance to lead our performance division for elite athletes and sports teams. You will design and oversee comprehensive training programs, mentor a team of coaches and scientists, and drive injury prevention and performance monitoring.

With extensive knowledge in sports science and leadership, you will collaborate with coaching staff and manage equipment and technology to maximize athlete potential in a dynamic setting.

Formación

• Master's or PhD in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or related field.
• 10+ years in athletic performance with leadership roles.
• Certification from NSCA-CSCS or ASCA.
• Proven track record improving athletic performance in elite settings.
• Biomechanics, physiology, nutrition, and sports psychology knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Design and manage comprehensive athletic performance programs.
• Lead and mentor a team of strength and conditioning coaches, sports scientists, and physiotherapists.
• Oversee assessment and monitoring of athlete performance with data-driven insights.
• Develop injury prevention, rehabilitation, and return-to-play protocols.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to align training with team objectives.
• Manage procurement and use of performance training equipment and technology.
• Research latest sports science advancements and ensure ethical standards.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Team management

Biomechanics

Nutrition knowledge

Educación

Master's or PhD in Sports Science

Herramientas

Performance tracking software

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Head of Athletic Performance to lead our performance division for elite athletes and sports teams. You will design and oversee comprehensive training programs, mentor a team of coaches and scientists, and drive injury prevention and performance monitoring.

With extensive knowledge in sports science and leadership, you will collaborate with coaching staff and manage equipment and technology to maximize athlete potential in a dynamic setting.