Coach II: Rugby

Advert reference: uj_002156

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 31 October 2025

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: EE

Level: Management

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ's mission is "To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge." The University is guided by the vision of building "An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".

Job description

"Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organise, lead and direct the University of Johannesburg Rugby Program.
• Organise and conduct all club practice sessions to teach rugby fundamentals and skills, game strategies including performance principles.
• Recruit and supervise all club Coaches and team Manager.
• Responsible for training, directing work as well as appraising performance of student athlete and club Coaches and team Managers.
• Represent the club at various networking events and off-site community event
• Ensure that the club recruits quality players. Build relationships with schools and offer specialised coaching clinics.
• Plan, conduct and oversee all teams preparation for Varsity Cup, Varsity Cup Ladies, Young Guns, USSA teams and Lions Grand Challenge league teams.
• Individual player skills development and personalised coaching.
• Continuous interaction with Manager and other stakeholders.
• Notify the Manager on any emergencies and/or any serious player injuries and complete incident report form.
• Ensure that individuals representing his/her team play according to the rules and regulations of the game and the facility.
• Attendance of rugby workshops and related skills master classes.
• Create and foster purposeful professional relationships with each student athlete to maximize their contributions to the team.
• Develop and administer a complete recruitment plan.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Bachelor's Degree/ B-Tech (NQF 7) or relevant qualification.
• IRB level 2 Coaching.
• Boksmart certified.
• Safeguarding certificate.
• Four (4) years' rugby playing experience (University/Professional/National team.
• Driver's License.
• Five (5) years' related experience in coaching at a high-performance rugby environment.
• Three (3) years' experience in University Coaching structure.
• Three (3) years' experience in player management.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent computer skills in Windows and MS Office.
• The ability to plan work and follow the plans.
• The ability to build and maintain effective relationship and to communicate well with diverse population.
• The ability to work well within a student-focused environment.
• Ability to project a positive image of the club to all clients, stakeholders and potential partners.
• Knowledge of principles, practice/trends and techniques in coaching.
• Ability to use a high degree of initiative and sound judgement.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Meeting Organisational and Management challenges in the University Environment.
• Effective conflict resolution and Communication skill.
• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and work to achieve success.
• The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable to fulfil obligations.
• The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems.
• Together with the manager plan and oversee community engagement project.
• Excellent people skills.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.

Recommendations:

• IRB level 3 Coaching would be an advantage.
• Five (5) years' experience in professional rugby coaching.
• Relations with Sport Federations, Rugby Unions and Schools.
• A qualification in management studies would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of University systems, policies and procedures.

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding job content: Ms. Nompilo Zondi (Senior Manager) on Tel:

Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mrs. Chandni Hira-Fakir (HCM Business Partner) on Tel:

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.