Elite Coaching & Player Development Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private medical insurance

Substantial retirement fund

International travel opportunities

World-class facilities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Head of Coaching and Player Development to shape the future talent pipeline for a prestigious Cape Town sports organization. You will lead coaching across all levels, design development frameworks and mentor staff to maximize athlete potential.

The role requires a deep understanding of sports science, talent identification and long-term athlete development, with a track record of delivering impact at scale and across national and international levels.

Qualifikationen

• Advanced degree in sports science or related field required.
• A minimum of 10 years in a senior coaching or sports development leadership role.
• Proven track record in long-term athlete development programs.

Aufgaben

• Oversee strategic direction and operations for coaching and player development.
• Develop and refine age-appropriate development frameworks and methodologies.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate coaching staff to high standards.
• Establish talent identification and scouting systems.
• Collaborate with sports scientists, medical staff and analysts for holistic support.
• Foster a performance-driven culture prioritising athlete well-being and ethics.
• Develop and manage the department budget.
• Stay updated on global best practices and integrate them into programs.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to athletes, coaches and management.

Kenntnisse

Strategic leadership

Talent development

Mentoring

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication

Sports science knowledge

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Sports Science/Coaching/Kinesiology

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Head of Coaching and Player Development to shape the future talent pipeline for a prestigious Cape Town sports organization. You will lead coaching across all levels, design development frameworks and mentor staff to maximize athlete potential.

The role requires a deep understanding of sports science, talent identification and long-term athlete development, with a track record of delivering impact at scale and across national and international levels.