Wanted: Junior Racing Programme Coach at RHKYC

Hong Kong Raceweek 2019. 420. Eloi Defline and Thibault Minne (HKG), winners © RHKYC / Guy Nowell

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club is looking for a talented and dedicated sailor to fill the post of Junior Racing Programme Coach.

This is a full-time position, based in Hong Kong, and reporting to the RHKYC Middle Island Sailing and Marine Manager. The successful applicant is responsible for inspiring our young Club racing sailors (Shark Squad) to grow a lasting passion for the sport, participate in Club racing, and achieve high performance goals at local and international regattas.

The role involves:

• Managing the Junior (ages 9-14) racing programme, including Junior racing development programme (introduction level to Club level racing) and the Club Junior Performance team in a range of boats including Optimists, RS Teras, and double-handed dinghies.

• Coach performance squad and organise coaching for other areas of the programme.

• Support the Club dinghy racing programme and assist with delivery of racing clinics for members.

• Lead weekend coaching, school holiday coaching, and also take squads to overseas events.

• Help with some instructing with our sail training team during the week and during school holidays.

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Junior competitor and coach experience at a high level.

• Some international sailing and coaching experience.

• Internationally recognised coaching/instructing qualification.

• Preferably with Internationally recognised powerboat driving qualification.

• Hong Kong PVOCC (if already based in HK).

• First Aid Certificate.

• Willing to work with members on most weekends with regular days off on weekdays.

We offer attractive remuneration and excellent fringe benefits to the right candidate. Closing date for applications is 31 July 2024. Interested parties should submit a comprehensive CV together with a salary expectation to The Human Resources Manager, Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Kellett Island, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong or e-mail tohrm@rhkyc.org.hk

or click here: www.rhkyc.org.hk/club-facilities/about/join-team

Hong Kong Raceweek 2017 - photo © Guy Nowell / Hong Kong Race Week