Job Description
Notice Inviting Applications for Appointment of Head Coaches on Contract Basis
Place of Posting: Jammu & Kashmir (Shrinagar)
Number of Post: 01
Essential Conditions/Education Qualification:
Candidate should have diploma in Coaching from SAI/NS NIS or from any other recognized Indian/Foreign University and should have represented India in Olympics/World Cup/World Championship. Certificate Course from concerned National/International Federation is a must. Working knowledge of computer is essential. Minimum 10 years of experience of coaching is required.
OR
Experience in Coaching with Senior/Junior Indian teams or senior state team or Decoration of Dronacharya/Arjuna/Dhyan Chand Award or who have produced medalists in International Competitions. Minimum 10 years of experience of coaching is required.
Desired Qualification:-
Demonstrated experience in planning, organising and implementing a comprehensive high performance coaching programme for international teams and athletes.
Knowledge of leading trends in coaching, including coaching science, practices and the appropriate application of leading technology tools.
A background in teaching to provide mentoring and instruction to other support Coaches and Staff involved with the Academy.
The ability to attain excellence from players, coaches, staff and all stakeholders through the establishment of a ‘winning’ culture.
Effective management skills that reflect ability to build and successfully implement long-term strategic plans that are supported by informed operational decisions.
Job Profile:-
Responsibilities:
Head Coach’s roles vary hugely according to context, but typical work activities are likely to include:
Performance management
Evaluating performance and providing suitable feedback, balancing criticism with positivity and motivation.
Assessing strengths and weaknesses in an athlete’s performance and identifying areas for further development.
Adapting to the needs and interests of group or individual trainees.
Communicating instructions and commands using clear, simple language.
Encouraging participants to gain and develop skills, knowledge and techniques.
Ensuring that trainees train and perform to a high standard of health and safety at all times.
Inspiring confidence and self-belief.
Developing knowledge and understanding of fitness, injury, sports psychology, nutrition and sports science.
Working with IT-based resources to monitor and measure performance.
Acting as a role model, gaining the respect and trust of the people.
Liaising with other partners in performance management, such as Coaches, Physiotherapists, Doctors and Nutritionists.
Working to a high legal and ethical standard at all times, particularly in relation to issues such as child safeguarding gender equality and health and safety requirements including protection from sexual harassment.
Planning and Administration:
Producing personalized training programmes.
Maintaining records of trainees performance.
Coordinating trainees attendance at meetings and other sports events
Planning and running programmes of activities for groups and individuals.
Co-coordinating with other coaches for transporting trainees to and from training sessions and sports events;
Seeking and applying for sponsorship agreements by engaging all stakeholders.
Finding appropriate competitions for participants.
Planning work schedule in consultation with other coaches.
What to expect:
Head Coach’s work in different environments, from gyms to playing fields and sometimes in adverse weather conditions.
Unsocial hours and fixed-term contracts mean the job may have an impact on personal life.
Frequent travel to reach facilities or to attend competitions, often involving considerable distances, may be necessary.
Absence from home overnight and travel throughout the India and abroad may be necessary, depending on the sport and the level.
Head Coach will ensure discipline in Academy.
Skills:
Team-building ability to transform the team into a winning combination to excel at all levels of competition.
The ability to quickly develop successful working relationships with people from different backgrounds and with varying levels of sporting ability.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Enthusiasm, flexibility and patience.
Awareness of equality and diversity issues, including those related to sport and disability.
Motivational skills and an understanding of the psychology that underpins successful competition (particularly at senior coaching levels).
Organizational skills.
A strong interest in maintaining professional skills and knowledge.
Ability to infuse team spirit among all stakeholders to achieve the common goal of excellence development.
Tenure:
The contractual engagement will be initially for a period of two years which could be further extended for a maximum period of one year based on performance review.
Remuneration:
Remuneration is to be fixed depending upon the caliber and experience, on mutual agreement, between Rs. 1 lakhs to Rs.2 lakhs per month.
How to Apply:-
Eligible candidate shall submit their Application in the format given at Annexure II, by post and email, on or before 20th August’2018, 5 PM at following address:-
Sports Authority of India, Dy. Director (SP), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, CGO Complex East Gate, Lodhi Road, New Delhi -110003
Last Apply Date: 2018-08-20
Salary: INR Remuneration is to be fixed depending upon the caliber and experience, on mutual agreement, between Rs. 1 lakhs to Rs.2 lakhs per month.
Industry:Government / Defence
Functional Area:Teaching , Education , Training , Counselling
Employment Type: Permanent Job, Full Time
Desired Candidate Profile
Please refer to the Job description above
