Senior Sports Coach - Rugby

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with experience

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

International travel opportunities

World-class facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Sports Coach specializing in Rugby to join our prestigious academy in Stellenbosch. The role focuses on developing elite athletes, designing training programs, and fostering a culture of excellence.

You will lead coaching staff, implement innovative training methods, and drive performance across academy teams, shaping the future of young rugby talent. The ideal candidate has World Rugby Level 3 or higher, 7+ years high-performance experience, and a

Qualifications

• Coaching qualifications at World Rugby Level 3 or higher required.
• Minimum 7 years of high-performance rugby coaching experience.
• Ability to develop tactical and technical game plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced rugby training programs for elite players.
• Lead and manage coaching staff and support roles.
• Perform detailed performance analyses and provide feedback.
• Oversee recruitment, development, and welfare of players.
• Foster discipline, teamwork, resilience, and strong work ethic.

Skills

World Rugby Level 3

Leadership & mentoring

Performance analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Sports Coach specializing in Rugby to join their prestigious academy in Stellenbosch. This role involves developing elite athletes, designing comprehensive training programs, and fostering a culture of excellence and sportsmanship. You will lead coaching staff, implement innovative training methodologies, and contribute significantly to the success of the academy's teams, shaping the future of young rugby talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced training and conditioning programs tailored to elite rugby players.
• Lead, mentor, and manage assistant coaches and support staff, ensuring a cohesive and effective coaching unit.
• Conduct detailed performance analysis of individual players and team performance, providing constructive feedback.
• Oversee player recruitment, development, and welfare, ensuring a holistic approach to athlete growth.
• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes discipline, teamwork, resilience, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

• Recognized coaching qualifications (e.g., World Rugby Level 3 or higher) are essential.
• A minimum of 7 years of high-performance coaching experience in rugby, preferably at academy or professional level.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective tactical and technical game plans.
• Strong understanding of sports science principles, including physiology, nutrition, and injury prevention.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and motivational skills.

Benefits

• Excellent salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for international coaching development and travel.
• Access to world-class training facilities and resources.
• A challenging and rewarding career path in elite sports development.