Part-Time Basketball Coach (Gweru Campus)

About the role

Midlands State University is seeking a part‑time Basketball Coach for its Gweru Campus. The coach will lead both youth and adult teams, delivering high‑performance training aligned with the university’s sports objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Implement high‑performance coaching standards, game principles and strategies.
• Organise and oversee training sessions, fixtures and match‑day activities.
• Design and deliver a comprehensive coaching programme to improve team performance.
• Develop yearly budgets for the basketball teams.
• Collaborate with the Sports and Recreation division to meet departmental goals.

Required profile

• A Level 1 basketball coaching qualification.
• Proven experience coaching youth and adult athletes.
• Strong leadership, communication and conflict‑resolution abilities.
• Capacity to inspire, motivate and work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Team‑player attitude and ability to teach fundamental athlete development stages.

Required skills

• Basketball coaching

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a reputable university environment.
• Support for professional development in sports coaching.