Advertisement-Technical Director-Grenada Football Association

1. VACANCY
The Grenada Football Association invites applications from dynamic, qualified and energetic candidates
for the following position:
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Responsibilities:
The Technical Director will report to the General Secretary.
He/She will be responsible for the following:
1.0 MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
1.1 Manages and administers the coaching and development programmes approved by the Grenada
Football Association to promote and develop football in Grenada at all levels and to ensure that the
Association achieves the strategic initiatives in the Strategic Plan, including maximizing the rate of
participation in Grenada football by players, coaches, spectators etc.
1.2 Responsible for supervising coaches involved in the Grenada Football Association’s national
programme and recommends national coaches and appointments to national teams. Provides guidance
and assistance to the coaches and develops appropriate policies, procedures, training activities and
objectives for the guidance and assistance of the coaches. Recommends and conducts coaching
education courses and other courses to achieve full coaching certificates and monitors the progress of
participants in the courses.
1.3 Ensures that the coaches under supervision are aware of and adhere to the overall goals, policies
and procedures established by the Association which includes ensuring that football is played fairly,
skillfully and safely by all who want to participate and that players at all levels achieve their full
potential.
1.4 Develops a budget for all training and development programmes for submission to the Technical
Committee and for the approval of the Executive Council. The budget should include planned
expenditure for equipment, coaches, materials etc. On approval, manages the budget in conjunction
with the Chief Financial Officer and in accordance with the established financial policies and procedures.
Secures the approval of the Technical Committee before overspending the approved budget.
1.5 Co-ordinates with the General Secretary for the purchase of equipment, materials etc and ensures
that all purchases are made with due regard to economy and that adequate supplies of equipment,
materials etc. are available for all the coaching programmes and activities. Maintains an inventory of all
equipment, materials etc., ensures that the same is kept secure and reports damage and loss to the
Technical Committee.

2. 1.6 Monitors the effectiveness of the programmes and prepares reports, as required, on the
accomplishments of the goals and objectives of the training and development programmes and provides
suggestions/proposals to improve and facilitate the achievement of those goals and objectives.
1.7 Maintains contact with club affiliates and other related organizations, which can contribute to the
success and effectiveness of the coaching and development programmes.
2.0 TRAINING AND SELECTION OF NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAMS
2.1 Plans and implements a comprehensive programme of activities to meet the training needs of all
national football teams at all levels of the game. These include training objectives, tactical plans,
resources etc.
2.2 Prepares a schedule of training sessions for all national teams in collaboration with selected staff
coaches and coordinates with the Chairman of the Technical Committee to ensure that the training
sessions are adhered to by all coaches and players and, if not adhered to, initiates disciplinary actions in
accordance with the established policies of the Technical Committee.
2.3 Oversees the training sessions to provide advice on skills, strategy and tactics and to ensure that the
training activities and objectives are being adhered to.
2.4 Attends football games and observes players and coaches to enable him to assist in making the best
selection of players to train in the national programmes. Submits the names of players to be invited by
the Association to train at least sixty (60) days before they are included in the programmes.
2.5 Responsible for establishing criteria for selection to national teams and for selecting national teams
in accordance with the established criteria. Advises the Technical Committee of changes and
replacements in teams and provides reasons for changes.
2.6 Meets with staff coaches to discuss the progress of teams in training and provides monthly reports
to the Technical Committee on the progress of teams in training, the activities, attendance, problems,
needs etc. on a monthly basis.
2.7 Ensures that all national teams attend official functions of the Association, as required, and
especially when overseas teams are being hosted.
3. DEVELOPMENT AND PROMOTION OF FOOTBALL IN GRENADA
3.1 Develops and supervises coaching academies for youth players of all ages to promote the
development of football in Grenada. This includes programmes of competition, skills training, tactical
training etc. Provides instruction to coaches and trainers on the implementation of the programmes.
3.2 In conjunction with the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Health, develops and monitors the
delivery of programmes designed to promote/enhance football in schools. Advise on the
coaching/training of football and organizes summer and other holiday football camps.

3. 3.3 Selects senior players to be trained and developed as peripatetic staff to assist with programme
instruction in the schools.
3.4 Develops and supervises community competitions, leagues, etc. in regard to women, youth, senior
and veteran football in cooperation with other relevant Standing Committees
3.5 Attends clubs, other sporting and community organizations to provide seminars, workshops and give
presentations to promote the development of the game in Grenada. Provides articles to the General
Secretary to be included in news bulletins, letters, brochures etc. to enhance the image of football in the
Island.
3.6 Meets with news media, at the direction of the Chairman of the Technical Committee, to promote
the aims and objectives of the Association in respect to the coaching and development of football.
4.0 PROVISION OF TECHNICAL ADVICE TO FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION AND AFFILIATES
4.1 Provides technical advice to the Grenada Football Association on ways to improve the game in the
Island and specifically on technical matters in regard to coaching and training.
4.2 Advises club coaches at all levels of competition on technical and strategic matters in regard to
coaching and training of players.
4.3 Develops curricula, conducts courses and establishes a system of certification for national coaches
and club coaches at all levels as well as for physical education teachers and senior players.
Requirements:
(i) At least five (5) years relevant post qualification experience coaching at a national level and or
coaching in a professional league.
(ii) The post holder must possess a CONCACAF, English FA Coaching License, UEFA or other
recognized equivalent qualification.
(iii) Self-starter, independent, motivated and with an outgoing personality.
(iv) Excellent communication skills (Oral and Written) is required.
(v) IT competency required.
(vi) NO criminal record
Remuneration: Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply:
Please send your CV to:

4. The General Secretary
Grenada Football Association
PO Box 326, National Stadium, Queen’s Park, St.George’s, Grenada
Email: gfa@spiceisle.com
Only valid applications will be considered. Candidates must be able to begin work on short notice.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
February 15th, 2017