Head Coach

About Us:

The Vijayi Bharat Sports Academy was established in 2023 under the umbrella of the Vijayi Bharat Foundation, to translate the values of life, education, and excellence into high-performance sports. Located on the outskirts of the city of Ahmedabad in the State of Gujarat, India, the academy combines top infrastructure with excellent human resources.

With a people-first approach towards attaining sporting excellence, the academy operates with a vision to power India to its rightful place as a sporting powerhouse in Olympic and Paralympic sports. The academies' mission is to foster a combined spirit of sporting excellence and develop an ecosystem where the nation's sportspersons can train in pursuit of their Olympic and Paralympic dreams, along with being the preferred premier training destination for global athletes.

The Academy currently has a high-performance program in five sports- Archery, Equestrian, Fencing, Judo, and Shooting with more sports facilities and programs under the process of being added.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sports are currently categorized in India as:

• High Priority Disciplines: Sports with a developed ecosystem in India with medal-winning potential at the very next Olympics. | Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Hockey, Shooting, Wrestling.
• Priority Disciplines: Sports with a developing ecosystem in India with medal-winning potential at future Olympics. | Cycling, Judo, Fencing, Rowing, Swimming, Table Tennis, Weightlifting.
• Other Disciplines: Sports with a nascent ecosystem in India.

The Vijayi Bharat Sports Academy is looking to complement India's efforts of becoming a Top 10 Olympic nation by the 2036 Olympic Games. The Academy has identified Fencing as one such sport to contribute towards India's long-term targets.

India's history in Fencing comprises one Olympian to date - Bhavani Devi, Women's Sabre, Tokyo 2020. The Academy is looking to change this course of history by producing both Olympians and Olympic medallists for India across all Fencing events. To fulfil this objective, we are looking for a Head Coach to join our coaching team and drive the Fencing Programme in Epee.

QUALIFICATION CRITERIA

• Cumulative experience of 5 years coaching international level Fencers.
• Specialization of coaching in the Epee event is desired.
• Extensive experience of working in and leading a high-performance coaching team in Fencing.
• A prior track record in developing Olympians or Olympic medallists in Fencing is desired.
• Demonstrated effective leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
• Prior experience working with national teams would be advantageous.
• Relevant degree(s)/certification(s) in coaching or sports sciences is desired.
• Must have a reasonable grasp of the English language and be a good communicator.
• Willing to work in a challenging environment.
• Proficient in the latest technology and training methodologies in sports.
  High achievements as a former Fencer are not necessary but more a good to have.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Create a short, medium, and long-term development strategy for Fencing (Epee).
• Lead the coaching team towards the achievement of organizational objectives.
• Devise, deliver, and monitor training programs and protocols.
• Provide training direction, encouragement, and motivation to athletes and coaching staff.
• Plan athlete support strategies and seek timely budget approvals from the management.
• Engage in talent scouting, intake, and monitoring.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews of athletes and coaching staff.
• Mentor and guide the coaching staff.
• Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of competitors to develop appropriate strategies.
• Contribute to coaching education/development initiatives and activities.
• Domestic and international travel will be involved.
• Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations.
• Ensure athlete welfare and wellbeing.
• Work in close coordination with other coaching and sports science staff.
  Any other related work as required from time to time.

BENEFITS

• Remuneration: As per global industry standards
• Tenure: 2 year term
• Medical Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
• Leave Entitlements: 30 days total (12 days of casual leave and a further 18 days of earned leave available on a pro-rata basis)
• Accommodation: Furnished 2-bedroom accommodation with hall and kitchen.
• Once a year return airfare by economy class for coach, spouse/partner, and up to one dependent child to home country.
• A chance to be a part of Olympic history for India.

Reports to: High-Performance Director

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

To apply: Please click the 'apply' button below.