Swimming Coach

About the role

Zetech University in Nairobi is looking for a full-time swimming coach to deliver effective physical education and sports coaching that develops students' physical fitness, sporting skills, teamwork, discipline and overall well-being. The coach also identifies and nurtures sporting talent while ensuring safe, inclusive and engaging participation in sport.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver practical physical education lessons and sports training sessions.
• Coach students in netball, hockey, volleyball, handball, rugby, soccer, basketball, swimming and other relevant sports.
• Teach and demonstrate skills, techniques, rules, tactics and strategies.
• Assess student performance, give constructive feedback and support continuous improvement.
• Identify and develop talented students and prepare teams and individuals for competitions.
• Organise and coordinate sports events, competitions and tournaments.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, inclusion and healthy lifestyles.
• Ensure the safe use, maintenance and upkeep of sports facilities and equipment.
• Apply first aid, CPR and injury-prevention procedures during sports activities.
• Maintain records of training, performance, attendance, competitions and incidents.

Required profile

• Diploma in Sports Science or Physical Education; a Bachelor's degree is an added advantage.
• Relevant playing and coaching experience in netball, hockey, volleyball, handball, rugby, soccer, basketball and swimming.
• First-aid and CPR certification, and knowledge of sports safety and injury prevention.
• Registration or accreditation with the relevant national sports or coaching body where applicable.

Required skills

• Knowledge of the rules, techniques, tactics and officiating of the listed sports.
• Teaching and pedagogical skills, including planning practical lessons, demonstrating skills, assessing students and giving constructive feedback.