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Who are we?

World Aquatics – formerly FINA (Féderation Internationale de Natation) – is the global governing body for the development of aquatic sports. Founded in 1908 and currently formed by 209 National Federations across five continents, World Aquatics is based in the Olympic-capital city of Lausanne. Our vision is to create 'A world united by water, for health, life and sport and our mission is to ensure that everyone has the ability to participate, compete and benefit from aquatic sports across our six disciplines: Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming and High Diving.

Why Work for Us?

If you are looking to be part of a purpose-driven organisation within the sports industry and want to make a difference, then look no further. We are looking for talented, high-performing individuals who are willing to demonstrate their values and passion in a dynamic and challenging environment.

To join our team in Bahrain, we are searching for a: Performance Coach Diving

Mission

The World Aquatics Training Centre in Bahrain is looking for a skilled and motivated Diving Performance Coach. Reporting to the Head Coach, the role involves leading daily training for scholarship athletes and ensuring their development meets World Aquatics' high-performance standards, in consultation with the World Aquatics Advisor.

Main Responsibilities:

Programme Management & Coaching

• Oversee daily diving operations in Bahrain Development Centre
• Support all activities related to the World Aquatics Development Programme.
• Manage and coordinate the daily training of the scholarship divers based in Bahrain.
• Align training plans and periodisation with the World Aquatics competition schedule.
• Track and report competition results of scholarship divers.
• Lead educational initiatives on anti-doping practices for all divers and coaches.
• Manage and collaborate with the coaching team to ensure a unified approach to diver development.
• Ensure all identified athletes have an Annual Performance Plan in accordance with World Aquatics Development Team guidelines.
• Participate in evaluation reviews of all athletes.
• Work closely with sports science providers to integrate performance-enhancing methodologies specific to diving.
• Provide constructive guidance and feedback to help athletes and coaches develop essential skills.
• Monitor diver well-being and provide weekly feedback on training progress.
• Mentor and create individual development plans for selected coaches, as identified by the World Aquatics Development Team.
• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in diving coaching techniques and methodologies.
• Provide clear guidance to build skills and boost performance.
• Travel internationally when required to support competition or training objectives.
• Adhere to and implement all policies set by the World Aquatics Development Team.

World-Class Coaching Behaviours

• Contribute to setting the strategic and operational direction of the Bahrain Diving Development Programme.
• Drive personal professional development by identifying new learning opportunities and committing to continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of responsibility and commitment within the team to ensure consistency in training and competition performance.
• Apply new skills and knowledge to practical coaching situations, embracing innovation and calculated risk-taking where appropriate.
• Actively use feedback to identify areas for personal and professional growth.
• Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance the effectiveness of the diving programme.
• Prepare reports for the Bahrain Training Centre Head Coach and World Aquatics Coaching Advisor as required.
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity by fostering inclusivity and collaboration among individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Lead by example instilling accountability, integrity, and a growth mindset within the team.
• Cultivate a safe, empowering environment that enables athletes to thrive, build confidence, and achieve peak performance.

Administrative Support

• Assist the Scholarship Programme Manager in maintaining athlete records, visa documentation, insurance updates, and other administrative tasks related to diving.
• Support the preparation of reports and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective communication with athletes, coaches, and National Federations by managing correspondence.
• Oversee scheduling of meetings, appointments, and events related to the diving scholarship programme.
• Provide support for additional administrative or operational tasks as needed, ensuring the programme's daily functions run smoothly.
• Support the Programme Manager with budget tracking and financial reporting, including managing invoices and processing payments.
• Act as a backup for the Bahrain Training Centre Head Coach in their absence, maintaining continuity in the programme's operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a high-performance diving coach, preferably at an international level.
• Strong understanding of athlete development principles, periodisation, and training methodologies specific to diving.
• Experience working with elite-level divers in a structured development programme.
• Knowledge of anti-doping regulations and a commitment to clean sport education.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire divers and coaches.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Commitment to World Aquatics policies and values.
• Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in additional languages is strongly recommended.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated coach to play a pivotal role in the success of the World Aquatics Development Centre in Bahrain. If you are passionate about high-performance diving and athlete development, we encourage you to apply.

Start Date: To be determined

What we offer?

• Opportunity to work in an exciting, fast-paced, international sports environment.
• Involvement in major global sports events with opportunities to travel.
• Career development opportunities and room for creative experimentation.
• A supportive and diverse team in a multicultural workplace.

World Aquatics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are interested in this position and you meet the requirements in the profile, please submit your application with a CV (PDF) and Covering letter (Comment Section).

Despite receiving a high number of applications, we will endeavour to respond to all applicants.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEducation

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