Kepler Volleyball Head Coach at Kepler: (Deadline 10 July 2023)
About Kepler
Since Kepler’s launch in 2013, we are building a model of accessible and quality higher education. We provide a different kind of education – one that combines in-person, online and on-the-job learning in service of a singular goal: decent jobs for young Africans. And we have been successful, with more than 90% of scholars employed within six months of graduating. Kepler, through a partnership with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), has enrolled more than 1,000 students across our campuses in Rwanda (Kigali and the Kiziba refugee camp in Western Rwanda).
We have entered into a dynamic time at Kepler. Over the next few months, Kepler has been locally accredited in Rwanda through Kepler College and we are expanding our academic offerings and programs in Rwanda and Ethiopia.
We seek an experienced and passionate Volleyball Head Coach for our campus in Kigali to train and lead our team of student athletes. This position will be responsible for initiating various aspects of the Volleyball Program, such as recruiting within the school, training and coaching the members of the Volleyball Club, assessing player’s skill, organizing and scheduling practice sessions, developing in-game strategies, and actively leading the team during games.
This position requires some travel, so you must have the flexibility to attend away games. This job also requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with students, staff and community. She/he reports to the Director of People, Talent and Culture, works closely with the Student Affairs Manager, and collaborates with key staff across Kepler.
Job Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the Volleyball program at Kepler
- Represent Kepler at all Volleyball Federation meetings and ensure Kepler meets all Volleyball Federation regulations
- Coach the team, develop individual skills and team as well,teach & lead the team to the winning culture
- Build a competitive, disciplined team
- Conduct all team practice sessions
- Plan, organize, and conduct tryouts for the volleyball program
- Scout for new players and recruit them for the team.
- Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development
- Studies the skills and abilities of the players on the team and puts each player in the most suitable position
- Develop in-game strategies and rosters
- Attend both home and away games and actively coach and direct players during games
- Consult off-season training programs including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices
- Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Work directly with the wellness department in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and prevent injuries
- Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards opposing teams, fans, officials and community.
- Perform administrative duties for the team
- Ability to write coherent team reports
- Ability to create and manage budgets related to the Volleyball program at Kepler
Qualifications:
- Must be holding at least a FIVB coaching level 1
- Must have coached in 1st division at least for 2 seasons
- Bachelor’s degree in exercise/sport science or related field
- Knows and understands the Rwanda Volleyball Federation rules and any changes that are made.
- Experience as a volleyball player and coach with students
- Be in good physical condition
- Have the ability to motivate players to reach their potential
- Have the ability to make quick decisions under pressure
- Be able to effectively handle stress
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Flexibility to travel
Reports to the Director of Talent, People and Culture
Salary:
The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
To apply:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the Human Resource Department via BambooHR.
Application Deadline: August 10th,2023.
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