Academy Coach at HTT Academy

HTT Football Academy Welcome to Help the Talent Academy! We are dedicated to discovering and nurturing children with passion, drive, and a love for football. Our mission is to break barriers, unlock potential, and create opportunities for young athletes to succeed both on and off the field. Join us in making a lasting impact in their lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Academy Coach

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• A sports academy coach isresponsible for developing athletes' skills and performance through training, feedback, and strategic guidance, while also fostering a positive and supportive environment.
• This includes planning and delivering training sessions, evaluating player progress, and communicating with athletes, parents, and other staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Training and Development:
  • Designing and delivering age-appropriate training sessions aligned with the academy's curriculum.
  • Teaching technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical fitness.
  • Providing constructive feedback and encouragement to enhance player performance.
  • Identifying strengths and weaknesses of individual athletes.
• Strategy and Planning:
  • Developing training programs and strategies for competitions.
  • Analyzing player and team performance to inform training and game plans.
  • Selecting players for teams and competitions.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Maintaining open communication with athletes, parents, and other coaching staff.
  • Collaborating with sports science, medical, and other relevant staff.
• Administrative Tasks:
  • Maintaining accurate records of player performance and development.
  • Ensuring a safe and positive training environment.
  • Assisting with administrative tasks related to the program.
• Promoting Sportsmanship and Character Development:
  • Fostering a culture of teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship.
  • Monitoring the progress of individual athletes.
  • Ensuring a safe competitive environment.
• Professional Development:
  • Staying up-to-date with the latest coaching techniques and best practices.
  • Participating in ongoing professional development opportunities.

Requirements
Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Candidates should possess an OND qualification with 2 - 6 years work experience.
• Strong knowledge of the sport and its rules.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire athletes.
• Experience in developing and implementing training programs.
• A passion for sports and athlete development.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

In addition to these core responsibilities, academy coaches may also be involved in:

• Mentoring and guiding young athletes.
• Assisting with the recruitment of new players.
• Representing the academy in a professional manner.
• Contributing to the overall success and reputation of the academy

Application Closing Date
15th July, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hrhttacademy@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.