Basketball Coach

The Aga Khan Academies is an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay. The Aga Khan Academies' foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with beautiful facilities, the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum from the Primary Years Programme to the Diploma Programme and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally. The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya in 2003. This was followed by an Academy in Hyderabad, India in 2011, Maputo, Mozambique in 2013 and Dhaka, Bangladesh in 2022. More information...

• Certified basketball coaching qualification.
• Atleast 2 years' experience in coaching basketball.
• Proven experience coaching youth or competitive basketball teams.
• Strong understanding of basketball rules, techniques, and strategy.
• First Aid and CPR certification is an added advantage.

The position
The Aga Khan Academy Mombasa is an International Baccalaureate World School. It is the first in the network of Aga Khan Academies established by His Highness the Aga Khan. 

The Academy features state-of-the-art facilities, a multicultural student body, and an experienced team of educators and staff. We provide students with education of the highest standard in order to prepare them for lives characterised by leadership and service. Admission to the Academy is means-blind and is based on merit. We consider all eligible students regardless of socio-economic status.

We are looking for an experienced basketball coach to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering a comprehensive training program aimed at developing players' skills, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. The coach will lead the team during practices, competitions, and tournaments while ensuring a positive, motivating, and safe environment for all athletes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Develop and implement effective training plans that enhance players' technical, tactical, and physical abilities.
• Conduct regular practice sessions and skill drills.
• Provide individualized feedback to support each player's growth.
• Foster teamwork, discipline, and a competitive but respectful team culture.
• Prepare game strategies, line-ups, and plays tailored to the team's strengths and opponents' weaknesses.
• Coordinate tournaments, including registration, scheduling, logistics, and communication with event organizers.
• Organize friendly matches with other schools to enhance player experience and strengthen the school team's competitiveness.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with other school teams, sports coordinators, and coaches to support inter-school collaborations.
• Lead the team during games, making real-time decisions to improve performance.
• Analyze game footage to guide future training sessions.
• Coordinate with school/club management regarding team logistics, equipment, and schedules.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and sports regulations.
• Serve as a role model in professionalism, sportsmanship, and discipline.

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