Department of TuksSport

POSITION: TUKSHOCKEY MEN'S HEADCOACH

CONTRACT: FULL-TIME FIXED-TERM CONTRACT

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications

for the following vacancy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Develop and ensure the optimal functioning and execution of TuksSport coaching philosophy as it
  
  relates to TuksHockey Men's Teams.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive coaching strategy that is aligned with the club's, team's
  
  and/or individual's performance plans, periodisation, goals and objectives.
• Create and execute effective training programmes to enhance the athletes' performance, including
  
  but not limited to developing technical and tactical skills.
• Design and coordinate the implementation of coaching best practices and protocols as agreed upon
  
  with the Head of Program. Club Manager and other technical personnel within TuksHockey, for the
  
  individuals within the high-performance squad, based on their specific needs.
• Develop, influence and maintain relationships with external, provincial and national coaches and
  
  federations in order to contribute and influence the sport through best practices, shared knowledge
  
  and creating opportunities for athlete development pathway.
• Talent identification and recruitment of student-athletes (incl. any Junior programme initiatives).
• Implement and engage in fundraising initiatives of the club (incl. but not limited to clinics, workshops).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in Hockey coaching at a Premier League/tertiary or provincial level
  
  or IPT or Senior IPT or U/21

OR

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Hockey coaching at a Premier League/tertiary or provincial level
  
  AND
• SAHA Level 3 Coaching Certificate or equivalent international accredited qualification.
• Registered as a coach with Hockey union/association/federation
• Valid driver's license

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Criminal record certificate;
• Sexual offenders clearance certificate;
• Child offender clearance certificate.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Hockey-specific knowledge;
• Coaching principles and methodologies;
• Good communication skills (verbal and written);
• Sports science and training principles;
• Tactical analysis and opponent assessment;
• Injury prevention and management;
• Rules, regulations and laws around the sport and specific competitions;
• Sports Equipment and Technology, including video analysis
• Training Program Design
• MS Office and Google software
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Leadership and Communication
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Interpersonal Skills
• Ethical and Professional Conduct

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

• Bachelor's/ Honor's Degree or National Diploma in sport or exercise science or sport
  
  management or related field
• Hockey coaching a high-performance team at the highest domestic level
• International coaching or playing experience
• FIH Level 3 or higher
• Safeguarding Awareness Certificate
• First Aid Level 1/BLS

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time position
• Will be required to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
• Variable, outdoor and indoor sporting facilities both onsite and offsite, and some office
  
  based
• Ability to carry equipment, walk to different venues (including hills or stairs), and sufficiently
  
  demonstrate techniques of the specified sport.
• Will be required to ensure compliance and/or accreditation with any regulatory bodies or
  
  affiliations as required to perform duties or as requested by the line-manger or TuksSport
• Reporting to the Head of Programme: TuksHockey and Deputy Director Coaching and
  
  Performance Management TuksSport

Please note this position includes an all-inclusive remuneration package commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, qualification, and experience.

The incumbent will be appointed on a fixed-term contract with the necessary performance clauses clearly stipulated.

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications, and supporting required documents (e.g. Driver's
  
  license, certificates);
• Names, e-mail addresses, and telephone details of three referees whom we have
  
  permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 9 November 2025

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Nkuliso Zondi, Email: for inquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. No applications for the position will be considered in the absence of submission of a valid South African identity document or a valid work permit in terms of which employment in the vacant position is authorized.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented

designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.