Junior Sport Scientist
Listing reference: nwu_002038
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 18 September 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
DIVISION: STUDENT LIFE
POSITION NUMBER: TB00040
VACANCY: JUNIOR SPORT SCIENTIST (2 POSITIONS)
PEROMNES GRADE: P11
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT ( 12 MONTHS)
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To provide physical conditioning services for NWU Rugby players and Senior Varsity Cup team on the Potchefstroom Campus.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Player Conditioning – field and gym physical preparation of players (U/19, U/20 and U/21).
- Supplementation (U/19, U/20 and U/21).
- Programme writing – one-on-one sessions with players (U/19, U/20 and U/21).
- Data analysis – observation and evaluation of players.
- Ad-hoc – administration and support to players.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A Bachelor’s Degree ( NQF level 7) in Sports Sciences.
- A minimum of 1 years' experience in Sports Sciences involved in Rugby-related conditioning on field and gymnasium for Senior Varsity Cup level.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Correct exercise technique knowledge for on-field conditioning.
- Knowledge of evaluation and gym programme and gym equipment.
- Knowledge of the physiological preparation of players.
- Knowledge of modern play styles and requirements that the game places on players.
- Computer skills: e-mail, internet, diary management, and data analysis programmes.
- Mentoring of Junior Sport Scientists Language ability to communicate with a multilingual team and staff.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Motivating attitude toward players.
- Player discipline.
- Control and supervision of players and practice devices.
- Effective conflict management.
- Efficient and effective team functioning.
- Time management
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr. Mervyn Taylor on 018 299 2428
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr. Mactyron Van Wyk on 018 299 4977
CLOSING DATE: 18 September 2023
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
