Singapore - SASchoolsnetball

Singapore Sports School is looking for suitably qualified candidates for the following position:

HEAD COACH, NETBALL ACADEMY (Ref: 8101/S)

You will set the strategic directions of the Netball Academy and implement School and the pre-sports school programmes.  You will coach a team of student-athlete netballers and to develop, organise and coordinate the entire academy's coaching programmes.  You will conduct regular meetings with student-athletes and their parents and submit written progress reports.  You will also effectively lead, develop and mentor a team of coaches of different nationalities and work closely with external organisations for the development of netball in Singapore.  Due to our collaboration with Netball Singapore and Ministry of Education, you will be expected to assist in coaching the National Age Group Development teams.

Requirements
At least 3 years competitive coaching experience at the elite youth level
At least a NCAP Level 2 Technical Certification or equivalent (preferably holding a Level 3 Technical certification or equivalent)
Experience in teaching and possess a basic degree in Physical Education and/or Sports Science will be an advantage
Embrace the principle of Long Term Athletics Development (LTAD)
Good administrative and organisational skills and able to communicate in English

If you are a highly motivated, engaging and enthusiastic individual with an understanding of the needs of elite student-athletes and if you want to work and excel in a challenging environment, we invite you to join us.  You should forward a detailed CV with a recent photograph, stating your current and expected salaries, your academic qualifications and working experience to sshr@sportsschool.edu.sg by 22 January 2011.  Please indicate the Ref no. and job title on the subject heading of your email.  Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.