Elite Sports Science & Conditioning Director

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund contribution

Life assurance

Professional development support

World-class training facilities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Sports Science & Conditioning in Stellenbosch to lead the sports science and strength & conditioning teams within an elite professional sports club. The role focuses on optimizing athlete performance, injury prevention, and overall well-being through research-based, data-driven methods.

The successful candidate will oversee integrated performance programs, utilize advanced monitoring technologies, and collaborate with coaching, medical, and analytics staff to

Formación

• Master's or PhD in Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, or a related field.
• Experience leading sports science/strength & conditioning teams at elite level.
• Strong skills in data analysis and monitoring systems.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the sports science and strength & conditioning departments.
• Develop and oversee integrated performance programs for athletes.
• Utilize monitoring technologies to assess loads, fatigue, and readiness.
• Design and supervise training protocols across strength, power, endurance and speed.
• Oversee recovery strategies including nutrition and sleep.
• Collaborate with coaching, medical, and performance analysts for holistic development.
• Conduct research and stay updated with current advances in the field.
• Manage department budget, equipment, and facilities.
• Mentor junior staff in sports science and conditioning.
• Implement best practices for athlete welfare and injury prevention.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Team management

Program design

Educación

Master's or PhD in Sports Science or related field

Herramientas

Performance tracking systems

Data analysis software

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Sports Science & Conditioning in Stellenbosch to lead the sports science and strength & conditioning teams within an elite professional sports club. The role focuses on optimizing athlete performance, injury prevention, and overall well-being through research-based, data-driven methods.

The successful candidate will oversee integrated performance programs, utilize advanced monitoring technologies, and collaborate with coaching, medical, and analytics staff to