Men’s Under-19 coach wanted and these are Zimbabwe Cricket’s requirements

Zimbabwe Cricket is looking to recruit the Zimbabwe Under-19 Men’s National Team Head Coach. The individual should have attained a recognised coaching certificate at a higher level and an impeccable record of coaching at first-class and international levels.

Overall Job Purpose:

To ensure individual players are prepared, developed and managed so that they can perform at the peak of their capabilities at all times.
Establish a culture and style of play which, supported by key systems and processes, will contribute to a consistent high performance and development of Zimbabwe cricketers. Ensure the conduct of the Under-19 team is in keeping with the highest standards of integrity.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and implement coaching plans to meet individual development needs by players and the team.
Provide direction on the game strategy and style of play that enables on-field success.
Effectively manage the workload of the players, thereby enhancing their contribution to the cause of the team.
In conjunction with the Captain and the Team Manager, maintain and develop a culture that ensures player behaviour is consistent with the relevant codes of conduct.
In conjunction with the Captain and other members of the technical staff, communicate expectations of player behaviour (nonnegotiable) at the commencement of each tour.
In conjunction with the Captain and other members of the technical staff, deal immediately, openly and effectively with inappropriate behaviour.
Continue to reinforce and develop within the team greater recognition of the Spirit of Cricket and the responsibility of players to promote the game and show it in a positive light.
Build positive relationships with players, technical staff, ZC staff and development coaches.
In conjunction with the Team Manager, develop a close working relationship with and oversee the physiotherapist, fitness trainer and the psychologist in relation to players’ health, fitness and mental preparedness.
To clearly understand ZC’s strategic framework and incorporate relevant focus into dealings with players, other staff and stakeholders.
Participate in media commitments as required.
Ensure the needs of cricket sponsors and stakeholders are met.
Responsible for performance management and development of technical staff.
Strictly follow finance policies, procedures and contractual obligations.

Qualifications and Experience:

The candidate should have attained a recognised coaching certificate at a higher level and possess an impeccable record of coaching at first-class and international levels.
The candidate must be result-oriented and will be judged purely on his/her results.
Demonstrate an understanding and ability of employing a multi-disciplinary approach to coaching.
The candidate should have communication skills befitting the coach of an international team, along with the ability to effectively convey the right messages and must demonstrate proficiency in English.
Knowledge of the latest technologies/trends in sports software will be an added advantage.
Demonstrate methods/tools to effectively measure individual player performance and present metrics to the Board, which will in turn measure the performance of the team.
Good leadership skills and ability to motivate players and the technical team.

Interested applicants are requested to send their CVs and two references to the Company Secretary and Human Resources Manager via the e-mail address: [email protected]. The closing date for applications is 15 March 2024

Zimbabwe has been without an Under-19 Men’s Head Coach since the departure of Prosper Utseya.