UNDER-19 MEN’S NATIONAL TEAM HEAD COACH – Zimbabwe Cricket 72 views

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Zimbabwe Cricket is looking to recruit the Zimbabwe Under-19 Men’s National Team Head Coach. The individual should have attained a recognised coaching certificate at a higher level and an impeccable record of coaching at first-class and international levels.

Overall Job Purpose:
To ensure individual players are prepared, developed and managed so that they can perform at the peak of their capabilities at all times. Establish a culture and style of play which, supported by key systems and precesses, will contribute to a consistent high performance and development of Zimbabwe cricketers. Ensure the conduct of the Under-19 team is in keeping with the highest standards of integrity.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement coaching plans to meet individual development needs by players and the team.
• Provide direction on the game strategy and style of play that enables on-field success.
• Effectively manage the workload of the players, thereby enhancing their contribution to the cause of the team
• in conjunction with the Captain and the Team Manager, maintain and develop a culture that ensures player behaviour is consistent with the relevant codes of conduct.
• in conjunction with the Captain and other members of the technical staff, communicate expectations of payer behaviour (non- negotiable) at the commencement of each tour.
• in conjunction with the Captain and other members of the technical staff, deal immediately, openly and effectively with inappropriate behaviour.
• Continue to reinforce and develop within the team greater recognition of the Spirit of Cricket and the responsibility of players to promote the game and show it in a positive light.
• Build positive relationships with players, technical staff, ZC staff and development coaches.
• In conjunction with the Team Manager, develop a close working relationship with and oversee the physiotherapist, fitness trainer and the psychologist in relation to players’ health, fitness and mental preparedness.
• To clearly understand ZCs strategic framework and incorporate relevant focus into dealings with players, other staff and stakeholders.
• Participate in media commitments as required.
• Ensure the needs of cricket sponsors and stakenclders are met
• Responsible for performance management and development of technical staff.
• Strictly follow finance policies, procedures and contractual obligations.

Qualifications and Experience:
• The candidate should have attained a recognised coaching certificate at a higher level and possess an impeccable record of coaching at first-class and international levels.
• The candidate must be result-oriented and will be judged purely on his/her results.
• Demonstrate an understanding and ability of employing a multi-disciplinary approach to coaching.
• The candidate should have communication skills befitting the coach of an international team, along with the ability to effectively convey the right messages and must demonstrate proficiency in English.
• Knowledge of the latest technologies/trends in sports software will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate methods/tools to effectively measure individual player performance and present metrics to the Board, which will in turn measure the performance of the team.
• Good leadership skills and ability to motivate players and the technical team.