Job Opportunities in Saudi Arabia

Our Vision
Become the home of Saudi high-performance athletes and the regions leading provider of sustainable sport high-performance programs and services.
Our Mission
Establish a sustainable high-performance environment that increases the number of Saudi athletes competing on the world-stage.
1 ROLE DETAILS

• • Position Title: Wheelchair Coach, Para-Athletics
  • Reports to: Head Coach
  • Direct Reports: N/A
  • Department: Sport Strategy & Performance
  • External Relationships: SOPC, Athletes, Coaches, Media and Sponsors

2 ROLE PURPOSE

• • Produce the Athletics Wheelchair Program strategy and events specific plans to achieve medal success at major KPI events
  • Provide the technical direction and leadership for the Para-Wheelchair Program, supporting the Head Coach and SOTC Athletes
  • Develop and progress elite and emerging elite athletes to achieve medal winning performances
  • The Para-Athletics Wheelchair Coach will provide direct leadership to a group of athletes who have the potential to succeed at an international level

3 RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Support the Para Head Coach in developing a world-class training program
  • Collaborate with the Head coach and other teams to ensure that the Athletic Program is aligned with best practices
  • Provide coaching support on a daily basis for the development of inspired and empowered athletes with the medal-winning potential
  • Develop and execute short-term training programs to improve specific skills
  • Ensure that each elite and emerging elite athlete has an individual performance and competition plan
  • Provide recommendations for Wheelchair Athletics performance improvement plans for each athlete
  • Monitor the progress and performance of athletes on the team
  • Brief athletes on training and competition schedules, ensure that they are on-time and prepared for all scheduled activities
  • Support the identification of the next generation of medalists in Para Athletics Wheelchair Events through the development of talent identification program

4 EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• • Minimum 3 years of experience of coaching elite level athletes at the highest level
  • Extensive performance knowledge and technical expertise in developing Athletes in Wheelchair Athletics Paralympics Events.
  • Experience as a successful Coach in elite Athletics, ideally within paralympic Wheelchair Events, with international experience in performance, team and program delivery.
  • Understanding of the trends shaping the future of Para Athletics.
  • Experience and skills to oversee Paralympic Classes and programs of Sprint Events of multiple athletes.
  • Extensive performance knowledge and technical expertise in Athletics and support of Para-Athletes.

5 SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• • Proficiency in Sprint, including technical skills, strategies, and coaching methodologies.
  • Demonstrated skill in coaching para athletes at various levels, with an understanding of athlete development.
  • Ability to assist in teaching and refining sport-specific techniques and skills, hand in hand with S&C Coaches and Physio Staff.
  • Skills in helping design and implement training programs that complement athletes' physical, technical, and mental development.
  • Ability to collaborate with coaches, athletes, and support staff to optimize training environments.

6 QUALIFICATIONS

• • Relevant coaching qualification (national or recognised international accreditation)

How to apply:
To apply for the vacancy please click the ‘apply’ button below, you can upload your CV, cover letter and explaining your interest in the role
Your letter should be no longer than one side of an A4 page and should demonstrate how you will bring your experience, skill and knowledge to be successful in this role.
Closing Date:
5pm, Thursday 31 Oct 2024