RHKYC Race Coach vacancy

by RHKYC on 14 Dec 2014 The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, one of the oldest sailing and rowing clubs in Hong Kong, is looking for a high calibre individual to fill the post of Race Coach.

This is a full-time contract based in Hong Kong starting 15 February 2015. Reporting to the Sailing Development Manager, the successful applicant will coach up-and-coming teenagers to high levels of racing expertise. The racing programme aims to instill skill, confidence and ability in participants in order to achieve high levels of success in regional and international competition. Classes of boats include the Optimist, Laser, 29er and 49er. Coaching and mentoring at international events will be involved. Responsibilities include communication with parents and other stakeholders plus some basic administration tasks. Based at RHKYC’s Middle Island facility, the Race Coach will be part of a professional development team. Middle Island has a clubhouse, hardstand, marina and launching areas serviced by a regular club ferry.

We are looking for an applicant with:
• Extensive dinghy sailing experience and graduation from a internationally recognised sail training academy.
• Superior racing results at National, International or ISAF endorsed events in Olympic class boats.
• Excellent interpersonal, team and leadership skills.
• Work history as an instructor / coach with a respected club or academy.
• Technical knowledge and experience in maintaining Optimist, Laser, 29er and other Olympic class boats.
• Flexibility to work weekends and midweek shifts.
• Good command of written and spoken English is required. Chinese language is an advantage.
• Athletic standard of fitness and health.

We offer attractive remuneration and excellent fringe benefits to the right candidate. Closing date for applications is 15 December 2015. Interested parties should submit a comprehensive CV to The Human Resources Manager, Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Kellett Island, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong or e-mail: hrm@rhkyc.org.hk