Situations vacant | All Whites Assistant Coach / Men’s Under-20 Head Coach (part-time fixed term)

New Zealand Football is seeking applications for an Assistant Coach for the All Whites / Head Coach for the Men’s Under-20 National Team.  This is a part-time (approximately 0.5FTE) fixed term role until December 2022.

The role assists the All Whites Head Coach with the planning, implementation and continual improvement of the All Whites’ programme, and is responsible for the planning, implementation, management and success of the Men’s U20 programme.   This requires ongoing liaison with players and coaches as well as a commitment to travel to camps and tournaments.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting in the technical/tactical preparation and coaching of the All Whites;
  • Coaching the MU20 team including managing all aspects of training and competition programmes;
  • Working closely with the Technical Director as well as the All Whites and MU20 technical staff to ensure alignment in training/playing methodology
  • Assist in developing and reinforcing a team culture that is supportive, professional and meets the needs of the players and team management;

A job description is available here.

We’re looking for someone with a minimum OFC / NZF A licence (or equivalent) with experience leading elite teams on the international stage.

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

  • A detailed understanding of the NZF National Curriculum
  • Familiarity with the NZ domestic playing environment
  • Experience in building a team culture in a campaign environment.
  • Excellent communication skills

 

Please send your application to careers@nzfootball.co.nz.  Applications close at 9am on Thursday 17 September.  

Please note all applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

 

About NZ Football:

Football is the global game and one of the largest participation team sports in New Zealand, providing experiences and opportunities for all – male and female, young and not so young, talented athletes and community level players.  New Zealand Football’s purpose is to enrich lives and connect people through positive experiences to build strong communities, and our staff are passionate and talented people who are committed to living our core Values: Enjoyment, Respect, Collaboration, Inclusive and Ambition.  We encourage and respect diversity in our workforce, in which all employees are valued for what they contribute to our inclusive culture.


Article added: Wednesday 09 September 2020

 

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