THE GUYANA Football Federation (GFF) yesterday informed the media that someone is needed to fill the vacancy of a Technical Director (TD).They (GFF) informed that the position of Technical Director is a full-time position which will define and lead the National Technical Programme under the authority of the GFF and in compliance with the aims, objectives and values of the Federation.
The General Responsibilities are: to develop, and implement a clear and thorough Technical Development plan with a Technical Chart aimed at continually promoting and improving the game of football in Guyana at all levels, from Grassroots to Elite football including Youth football, Women’s football, Futsal, Beach Soccer, and Coaching Education.
The TD is also expected to advise the GFF on all matters related to the effective development of football in Guyana and be accountable for the development of a strategy and policy for the performance of football programmes.
The individual must work, advise and support the various Youth National teams and coaches through development programmes in order to enable Guyana to attain its goals within CONCACAF and FIFA, including putting in place clear systems and processes for identifying and developing talented players.
Ensure that excellent relationships are developed and maintained with all football related stakeholders in order to ensure a cohesive and synergistic approach to the development of football is achieved and maintained.
Ensure that the Technical Department is appropriately staffed with suitably qualified individuals who are capable of implementing the agreed programmes thereby ensuring the growth and success of football at all levels.
Maintain a close and harmonious working relationship with CONCACAF and FIFA and other major stakeholders including the government of Guyana and perform any additional duties and responsibilities as reasonably instructed by the GFF from time to time.
The specific responsibilities include training and development of coaches including: design and updating of coaches manuals, facilitating licensing courses, developing a coaches Code of Conduct, arranging for expert and specialist coaches to deliver training clinics along with education on rules of the game, amongst other related duties.
Persons interested in filling the vacancy must be qualified with the highest degree of coaching diploma available in the country and must be from a football background.
Ideally a former player, though not at international level; must be recognised by CONCACAF and/or FIFA; have proven skills and experience in the implementation and delivery of football development programmes and must have credibility and recognition in the football world to command respect among players and coaches.
The individual must also have experience managing high performance programmes with a proven track record in supporting team and squad management at various levels, including the international level; experience in the leadership of coaches and Coach Education programmes and must have experience in the management of staff to ensure their effective operation.
The remuneration package for the successful applicant will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Interested parties should apply with full CV marked PRIVATE and CONFIDENTIAL and position applied for on the envelope to: The General Secretary, Guyana Football Federation 17 Dadawana Street, Section K, Campbellville, Georgetown, or via e-mail at gff@networksgy.com on or before December 12.