Senior Football Academy Coach: Youth Development Leader

Placements24; Rustenburg; Sur place; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Health and wellness benefits

Funding for coaching courses

Performance-based bonuses

Relocation/accommodation support

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a Senior Football Academy Coach to lead coaching sessions, develop young players, and instill high-performance standards. The role focuses on talent development, tactical understanding, and personal growth within our academy framework.

You will design age-appropriate training, mentor players and parents, collaborate with staff, and travel for matches. A CAF A/B license and a track record in youth development are required; relocation support may be available.

Qualifications

• CAF A or B License or equivalent international certification.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience coaching youth football at academy or club level.
• Proven track record in player development and talent identification.
• In-depth knowledge of football tactics, techniques and sports science for youth athletes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to manage and inspire a team of young players.

Responsabilités

• Design and deliver high-quality training programs for different age groups.
• Identify, recruit and develop talented young footballers with feedback.
• Implement tactical strategies and playing styles aligned with the academy philosophy.
• Monitor progress with regular assessments and reports to players and management.
• Ensure a safe, encouraging and professional training environment.
• Collaborate with coaches and staff for holistic player development.
• Manage team logistics, including training schedules and travel for matches.
• Foster relationships with players, parents and guardians and maintain communication.
• Stay current with coaching trends and youth development advances.
• Contribute to strategic direction and academy reputation.

Connaissances

Coaching leadership

Youth development

Talent identification

Formation

CAF A or B License

Description du poste

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a Senior Football Academy Coach to lead coaching sessions, develop young players, and instill high-performance standards. The role focuses on talent development, tactical understanding, and personal growth within our academy framework.

You will design age-appropriate training, mentor players and parents, collaborate with staff, and travel for matches. A CAF A/B license and a track record in youth development are required; relocation support may be available.