Job Description:
This is a sought-after role within a high performance, fast paced and dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have an invigorating working position which requires strong leadership and direction of a Junior Performance Programme. Working closely with a number of stakeholders and managing Coaches to deliver a strong Performance Pathway within Singapore. Facilitating on a daily basis to enable players to be nurtured to their optimum potential.
Reporting Structure:
Jointly to the Singapore Badminton Association Technical Director Singapore Sports School Performance Manager. or person assigned by the pre-named people, to carry out all roles & responsibilities in consultation with the reporting personnel.
Main roles and responsibilities:
• Responsible lead for the Junior Performance player pathway in Singapore.
• The strategic lead for the Singapore Junior Performance Programmes, involved with selection, nurturing and player development through the Programme. To set a clear strategic direction for the Singapore Junior Performance Programmes and Junior Performance Player Pathway.
• To lead the process of change including enhancement of the pathway through the age groups
• Planning of the programmes which will be delivered by the Coaching Team.
• Management and on-going education of the Coaches involved in the Junior Performance Programme.
• Reporting back effectively to SBA and SSP on the Programme and Players.
• Link Junior Programmes directly into the SBA performance system.
• Manage the recruitment for the Programme with the Junior Programme Head Coach and Programme Coaches.
• To lead on the talent identification processes and selection of players for the Singapore Junior Performance Programme Squads, directing and managing their development within the programme, communicating this effectively with concerned parties.
• Act as liaison for those players identified future senior Talent for their progress up the Performance Pathway.
• To manage the Junior Performance Head Coach and the Coaching Team, and delegate responsibility for specific areas of the Singapore Junior Performance Programmes where appropriate.
• To establish an international tournament programme and select the players in line with the Junior Performance Head Coach and Coaching Team.
Competencies:
• Organised and experienced in leading and delivering Performance level Programmes.
• Prepared to lead by example.
• Successful candidate will be prepared to make changes to the current system where required in order for the Junior Performance Programmes to have the appropriate focus.
• Strong communicator – both written and verbal. Be able to communicate effectively in English (primarily), Mandarin would also be advantageous.
• Experience in budget management
• Experience in stakeholders’ management
• Experience in leading a team
• Strong knowledge of the Sports Sciences and how to implement new knowledge and support systems effectively in the Singapore Junior Performance Programmes
• Have a strong on-court coaching background (not necessarily in badminton).
Other Duties:
As and when assigned by the Line Managers and/or SBA CEO or Sports School Principal
Salary:
Competitive for the right candidate
In the region of $120K to $150K
Commencement date – 1st March 2024
Working Hours:
Flexible 42 hours / week
Closing date for applications: 15th February 2024
Interested parties can contact Martin Andrew, SBA Technical Director, for further information: [email protected]
