An exciting opportunity to provide leadership and management of the RYA Cymru Wales Performance Team with responsibility for delivering the performance elements of the RYA Cymru Wales strategic plan which aims to ensure the success of Welsh athletes in national and international competition and support more Welsh athletes competing for the British Sailing Team at all levels.
RYA Cymru Wales is looking for a self-motivated individual who will support the organisation in attaining our strategic targets
The High Performance Manager will be responsible for the ongoing evolution of a strong and sustainable performance pathway within Wales and expected to work as part of the RYA British Youth Sailing team to deliver the UK wide remit of ‘developing the best racing sailors in the world’.
You will have a background in coaching with good technical understanding of the recognised junior and youth classes, plus have an awareness of Olympic Class sailing and other British classes. You are already a self-starter capable of working independently and also as a supportive member of a dynamic and energetic staff team in the RYA Wales Office.
You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of working within a team and managing your time effectively to meet deadlines. The ability to lead, manage and motivate staff and volunteers, together with excellent organisational, planning and communication skills is essential. Due to the wide range of partnerships linked to this position the ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is considered desirable.
For more information on the role and an applocation form, please follow the link provided. The deadline for applications is 9am on Friday January 31st. Interviews will be held on February 6th in Plan Menai, Wales.
