Part‑Time Soccer Coach – Gweru Campus

About the role

Midlands State University is seeking enthusiastic part‑time Soccer Coaches for its Gweru campus. The role involves delivering high‑performance coaching programmes for both youth and adult athletes, aligning with the university’s sports development objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Implement high‑performance coaching standards, game principles, strategies and review processes.
• Organise and oversee training sessions, fixtures and match‑day activities for university teams.
• Design and deliver comprehensive coaching programmes that enhance athlete performance and experience.
• Prepare annual budgets for the respective teams and manage resources effectively.
• Collaborate with university departments to ensure coaching activities support broader institutional goals.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the Deputy Registrar – Human Resources.

Required profile

• Preferably hold a CAF C Coaching Licence or an equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in coaching soccer, with a track record of working with both youth and adult players.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate and develop athletes at fundamental stages.
• Strong leadership, communication and conflict‑resolution capabilities.

Required skills

• CAF C Coaching Licence (or equivalent).
• Soccer coaching expertise.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a reputable university environment.
• Support for professional development in sports coaching.
• Equal‑opportunity workplace encouraging gender parity.