Department of TuksSport - TuksHockey Men's Headcoach

Department of TuksSport - TuksHockey Men's Headcoach

Join to apply for the Department of TuksSport - TuksHockey Men's Headcoach role at University of Pretoria .

CONTRACT : FULL-TIME FIXED-TERM CONTRACT.

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria invites applications for this vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and ensure the optimal functioning and execution of TuksSport coaching philosophy for the TuksHockey Men’s Teams.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive coaching strategy aligned with the club’s, team's and / or individual’s performance plans, periodisation, goals and objectives.
• Create and execute effective training programmes to enhance athletes’ performance, including technical and tactical skill development.
• Design and coordinate coaching best practices and protocols with the Head of Program, Club Manager and other technical personnel within TuksHockey, tailored to high‑performance squad members.
• Build, influence and maintain relationships with external, provincial and national coaches and federations to contribute best practices and create athlete development opportunities.
• Talent identification and recruitment of student-athletes (incl. Junior programme initiatives).
• Implement and engage in fundraising initiatives (incl. clinics, workshops).

Minimum Requirements

Additional Requirements

Required Competencies

Added Advantages and Preferences

Working Conditions

This position includes an all‑inclusive remuneration package commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, qualification and experience.

The incumbent will be appointed on a fixed‑term contract with performance clauses as stipulated.

Application Requirements

CLOSING DATE : 9 November 2025. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES : Nkuliso Zondi, Email : for inquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. No applications for the position will be considered in the absence of submission of a valid South African identity document or a valid work permit in terms of which employment in the vacant position is authorised.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under‑represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised position.

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