Elite Football Academy Head Coach - Youth Talent Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement annuity

Generous annual leave

International coaching seminars

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Head Coach for an elite football academy in Polokwane to lead talent development across technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects.

The role requires UEFA A License, 10+ years coaching at elite level, strong leadership and recruitment skills, and the ability to inspire young players.

You will oversee staff, design training curricula, and drive performance while ensuring safety and professionalism.

Qualifications

• UEFA A License or equivalent elite coaching qualification.
• 10+ years of extensive coaching experience at a professional/high-level youth academy.
• Proven track record developing young football talent and progressing players to higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a progressive coaching philosophy and curriculum for the academy in Polokwane.
• Oversee recruitment and development of talented young players.
• Lead and mentor assistant coaches and staff to ensure a high-performing team environment.
• Design and deliver training sessions focusing on technique, tactics, conditioning, and mental resilience.
• Plan team strategy, analyse opponents, and adjust in matches.
• Maintain safe, positive, and disciplined training and playing environments.

Skills

Leadership

Elite coaching

Talent identification

Communication

Education

UEFA A License

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Head Coach for an elite football academy in Polokwane to lead talent development across technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects.

The role requires UEFA A License, 10+ years coaching at elite level, strong leadership and recruitment skills, and the ability to inspire young players.

You will oversee staff, design training curricula, and drive performance while ensuring safety and professionalism.