Sports Officer (Coaching); Sports Complex

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We are seeking a motivated and proactive Sports Officer to support sports coaching, athlete development and the delivery of sports programmes at the University.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver personalised training and development programmes for individuals and groups, assess performance and progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate records of participant development.
• Ensure all coaching and sports development activities are conducted in accordance with relevant legal, ethical, health and safety requirements, particularly in relation to athlete welfare and high-performance sports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary performance support professionals, including physiotherapists, medical practitioners and nutritionists, to support athlete health, wellbeing and performance.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with relevant external stakeholders, including youth services, schools, sports clubs, coaches, sports councils and other sports organisations, to support sports development initiatives and opportunities.
• Coordinate athlete and participant involvement in training sessions, meetings, competitions and other sports events, including planning and delivering relevant sports activities and programmes
• Support the day-to-day operations of the Sports Complex, including court and facility bookings, scheduling of activities and ensuring facilities are appropriately prepared for training, programmes and events.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Sports Science, Sports Development, Sports Coaching, Physical Education, Health and Exercise Sciences or a related discipline.
• Recognised coaching qualification/license in at least one sport
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong coaching, leadership and motivational skills
• Ability to engage, motivate and develop young people
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to assess performance and provide Constructive feedback
• Ability to build effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of sporting ability
• Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion, including considerations relating to sport and disability
• Good understanding of the psychology underpinning successful sporting performance
• Good physical fitness and a strong interest in sport
• Adaptability and ability to respond to changing requirements
• Experience coaching individuals and/or teams
• Experience engaging with student clubs, sports activities and events
• Experience in team management or athlete development

Full Role Profile can be referred HERE

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application via UNM Job Portal by 18 November 2026

Ref No : SPCLX (1) - 261072 - 1