• Leadership & Strategy:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive coaching strategy that aligns with the SRU’s goals for both the men’s and women’s national teams.
• Lead the National 7s team in all competitions, ensuring the highest standards of performance.
• Foster a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork within the teams.
• Player Development:
• Identify and nurture talent at all levels, focusing on the development of elite athletes.
• Collaborate with regional and club coaches to ensure a robust player pathway and talent identification process.
• Implement modern coaching techniques and methodologies to enhance player performance.
• Team Management:
• Manage the coaching staff and support teams, ensuring a cohesive approach to training, preparation, and competition.
• Coach the Men’s 7s team and provide technical support to the National Women’s 7s team.
• Develop individualized training and development plans for players, focusing on technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects.
• Monitor and evaluate player performance, providing feedback and adjustments as necessary.
• Game Preparation:
• Lead the planning and execution of training sessions, camps, and match preparations.
• Analyze opposition teams and develop effective game plans and strategies.
• Ensure optimal player fitness and conditioning through collaboration with strength and conditioning coaches.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Liaise with the SRU management, team managers, and other stakeholders to align on objectives and resources.
• Represent Singapore Rugby at international forums, conferences, and events.
• Represent Singapore Rugby to conduct coach development/sharing sessions with Sport Singapore and CoachSG counterparts.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience:
• Minimum of 5-7 years of coaching experience, with at least 3 years at the national or professional level.
• Proven track record in developing and coaching high-performance rugby teams.
• Experience in coaching both men’s and women’s teams is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in the Asia Rugby climate would be a plus.
• Education & Certification:
• World Rugby Level 3 (or equivalent) coaching certification.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in sports science, coaching, or a related field is preferred.
• Skills & Attributes:
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate players and staff.
• In-depth knowledge of modern rugby coaching techniques, tactics, and strategies.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Culturally aware with the ability to work in a diverse environment.