Cyprus hunt for National XVs Head Coach

Cyprus National XVs Head Coach

Start Date:

1 Aug 2014.

Job Description:

The Cyprus Rugby Federation (CRF) is looking for a Head Coach (HC) to coach the Cyprus National Senior XV. In conjunction with the Director of Rugby, the CRF Development Officer (Cyprus) and the CRF on-Island Development team Coach, the HC will assist in creating a progressive coaching strategy to prepare the Cyprus National Senior XV for future success. The HC role will be responsible for coaching, mentoring and developing all squad members of the National Senior XV.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leadership, coaching and mentoring of the National Senior XV squad.
• Creating a competitive playing and coaching environment.
• Provision of technical input to all aspects of coaching.
• Selection of teams to compete in “Rugby Europe” (FIRA AER)and associated competitions.
• Identify potential players for the National Senior XV and other representative teams.
• Develop a key relationship with the Director of Rugby to ensure implementation of higher level playing and coaching strategies.
• Plan, implement and review specialist coaching requirements for the team.
• Assure the highest level of performance analysis to review and preview all individual and team performances, including wherever possible opposition teams.
• Establish and develop positive relationships with all stakeholders (Committee, management and coaching staff).
• Together with the CRF Director of Rugby, be responsible for the appointment of coaches or staff appointments within the National Senior XV.
• Be fully committed to a programme of rugby related Continuous Personal Development (CPD).
• Be an ambassador for, and promote the best interests of, the CRF at all times.

Qualifications and experience:

Applicants must have an outstanding knowledge of the 15-a-side game with playing experience at a higher level being beneficial; experience of leading and coaching a team at a high performance level and possess a highly developed personal coaching philosophy.

Minimum coaching level required – IRB Level 2 or equivalent, IRB Level 3 desirable.

Knowledge of the CRF and its operations is desirable.

The successful candidate should have exceptional leadership abilities combined with passion, confidence and a proven track record of performance coaching.

Time requirements

The candidate must be available for minimum 24 days per season broken down as follows:

• 2 Home games (Cyprus) = 8 days
• 2 Away games = 8 days
• 4 Training sessions in the UK = 4 days
• Minimum 2 trips to Cyprus to evaluate on island players = 4 days

Remuneration Package:

All applicants must note that this is not a paid position, travel and accommodation expenses covered ONLY.

Closing date for applications is July 15^th 2014.

Candidates must submit a CV within the deadline, outlining and documenting their qualifications and experience to the following email: secretary@cyprus-rugby.com