Thunderbirds seeking Women’s Senior Head Coach

The Peel Thunderbirds Football Club is seeking applications for the position of Women’s Senior Head Coach for the 2019 season.

The Peel Thunderbirds Football Club is committed to maximizing the potential of footballers by providing field leading education and innovation. Peel Thunderbirds Football Club strives to foster an environment where footballers can achieve their goals and perform at their best.

To be considered for this role, you will need significant and successful experience developing players, along with outstanding communication and leadership skills. Our club is also focused on developing these people to be respected members of our community and the successful applicant will have the values and integrity needed to achieve this objective

Suitable applicants will possess;

People Management & Planning:

• Capacity to effectively manage young talented athletes and associated staff
• Ability to lead, and influence within a high performance environment
• Display a good understanding of the Peel Thunder Football Club zone
• A passion for driving a strong and inclusive culture
• Bring a fresh, energetic and positive attitude along with being well prepared
• Assist with the recruitment of players

Football Knowledge:

• Understanding of development theories and practice
• Strong knowledge of coaching techniques/strategies/tactics
• Sound understanding of skill development and learning strategies

Effective Communication:

• Highly developed and proven communication (written, verbal, visual) and interpersonal skills.

Qualification:

• Level 2 coach accreditation (minimum or working towards Level 2)

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and coaching resume, with references (maximum of three A4 pages), which addresses the key competencies outlined above.

Applications are to be submitted no later than September Friday the 14th, by 5.00pm via email; footballmanager@peelthunder.com.au

Shane Creevey – Football Manager