Coaching Opportunities

The Singapore Disability Sports Council (SDSC) is the national sports body for the promotion and development of disability sports.  We run a wide range of disability sports programme and are looking for dynamic individuals to join our team as a coach.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

Period of contract: 1 April 2020 till 30 September 2022 with an option to extend till 30 September 2023.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning, Administration & Implementation

• produce personalised yearly training programmes for different athletes
• implement and monitor training plans; review plans and provide reasons for modifications where necessary
• maintain records of athletes’ performance
• coordinate and maintain records of athletes’ attendance at training
• recommend appropriate competitions for athletes, especially athletes in the elite squad

Coaching and Performance Management

Be able to:

• coach athletes in the specific sports; ensure athletes development and acquisition of skillfulness required for high performance
• evaluate performance and providing suitable feedback, balancing criticism with positivity and motivation
• assess strengths and weaknesses in athletes’ performance and identifying areas for skill correction, improvement and/or further development
• adapt coaching and instruction skills to meet the needs and interests of group or individual athletes
• communicate instructions and commands using clear, simple language
• ensure that athletes train and perform to a high standard, maintaining health, wellness and safety of athletes’ at all times
• share knowledge and understanding of fitness, injury, sports psychology, nutrition and sports science with athletes
• monitor, measure and report athletes performance regularly
• liaise with other partners in performance management, such as SDSC sports officers, physiotherapists, doctors and nutritionists

If you are a highly motivated, engaging and enthusiastic coach with an understanding of the needs of athletes with special needs and if you want to work and excel in a challenging environment, we invite you to join us.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 21 years of age
• Preferably with the relevant para sport coaching certificate from respective International Federation and/or National Federation
• Must be registered with Sport Singapore’s National Registry of Coaches (NROC)
• Preferably with IPC Introduction to Para Sports Coaching Certificate
• Preferably at least 600 hours in coaching para sport
• A deep understanding of talent development, athletes’ development pathways and Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD)

EVALUATION CRITERIA

We will use the following criteria for evaluating your ITQ submission:

• Price
• Coaching qualifications
• Coaching track record

SUBMISSION OF ITQ

Vendors to submit your response by using the attached COACHING SERVICES RESPONSE template.

Deadline for submission: 30 January 2020, 5.00pm

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

CONTACT

For further clarifications or queries, please contact:

Mr. Justinian Chua

Pathway & Participation Manager

DID: 6342 3564

Email: justinian.chua@sdsc.org.sg