Strength & Conditioning Coach (Part-Time) - Cricket

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Part-Time

We are looking for a committed and knowledgeable Strength & Conditioning Coach to join our coaching staff and support the team's physical preparation, performance, recovery, and injury prevention.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead warm-ups, conditioning sessions, and injury-prevention programmes during three evening training sessions per week in Dubai.
- Conduct initial fitness assessments and regular performance testing throughout the season.
- Develop individualized gym and strength programmes tailored to players' needs and performance goals.
- Work closely with the Head Coach to monitor and manage fast bowlers' workloads.
- Support players in improving strength, speed, endurance, mobility, and overall physical performance.
- Recommend practical strategies to improve team fitness, recovery, and injury prevention.
- Track player progress and adjust training plans based on assessment results and performance demands.
- Contribute ideas and practical solutions to help establish the club's fitness and conditioning programme.

Requirements

- Previous experience as a Strength & Conditioning Coach working with team-sport athletes.
- Experience working with cricket players is an advantage.
- A degree in Sports Science, Exercise Science, or a related discipline, and/or a recognised Strength & Conditioning qualification such as UKSCA, NSCA-CSCS, or an equivalent certification.
- Understanding of strength training, conditioning, performance testing, recovery, and injury-prevention principles.
- Ability to design individualized training programmes and adapt them to different athlete requirements.
- Knowledge of workload management, particularly for fast bowlers, is an advantage.
- A proactive, practical, and problem-solving approach, with the ability to contribute independent ideas.
- Strong commitment to player development, team performance, and consistent training.
- Must hold a valid UAE residence visa.
- Must be available for three evening training sessions per week in Dubai.

Benefits

- Competitive salary package
- Senior-level role with significant responsibility
- Professional growth and development opportunities

Note: Please apply only if you meet the UAE residence visa and weekday evening availability requirements.