Elite Athletics Head Coach – Lead a World-Class Program

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Head Coach to lead the Elite Athletics Program, developing training regimens and guiding athletes to peak performance. You will manage coaching staff, apply sports science principles and cultivate a disciplined, high-performing culture on-site.

The role involves collaboration with athletic directors and support staff to elevate the program nationally and internationally, with travel as needed and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a coach at collegiate or professional level.
• Knowledge of sports science, conditioning and performance techniques.
• Strong leadership, communication and motivational skills.
• Experience in athlete recruitment and talent identification.
• Coaching certifications and a bachelor's degree are required.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee season-long training plans for elite athletes.
• Recruit and develop talented athletes within the program.
• Mentor and evaluate assistant coaches and support staff.
• Ensure athletes' physical and mental well-being with sports medicine staff.
• Represent the program at competitions and recruitment events.
• Foster discipline, sportsmanship and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Motivation

Talent identification

Athlete recruitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Coaching certifications

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Head Coach to lead the Elite Athletics Program, developing training regimens and guiding athletes to peak performance. You will manage coaching staff, apply sports science principles and cultivate a disciplined, high-performing culture on-site.

The role involves collaboration with athletic directors and support staff to elevate the program nationally and internationally, with travel as needed and flexible hours.