Recruitment Coach U18

RECRUITMENT OF COACHES

FOR

U18 MEN’S TEAM HONG KONG, CHINA

Posted on 21 January 2025

Established in 1980, Hong Kong, China Ice Hockey Association Limited (HKIHA) is the national sports association for ice hockey in Hong Kong. HKIHA is a registered full member with International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) and the associate member of Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China.

HKIHA is responsible for the Hong Kong Senior Men’s Team, the Hong Kong Women’s Team and the Hong Kong U18 Men’s Team, all of which currently compete in the IIHF World Championship program.

OVERVIEW

For the purpose of implementing a fair and transparent recruit process, allowing us to uphold the integrity of our coach(es) selection, we now call for applications to fill these positions. We are seeking passionate and dedicated U18 coaches to join our team for the upcoming 2025 IIHF Ice Hockey U18 World Championship. This is an exciting opportunity to develop young athletes and contribute to their growth in the sport.

DETAILS

Event	:	2025 IIHF ICE HOCKEY U18 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, Division IIIA Mexico City, Mexico (2 March – 8 March 2025) excluding travel days and possible pre-tournament overseas camp) https://www.iihf.com/en/events/2025/wm18iiia/schedule Please refer TRAINING SCHEDULE (subject to change) (Attachment 1) attached. ROSTER to be provided later after appointed as Coach
Positions	:	U18 Coach(es) for the above-mentioned Event
Hourly Rate	:	HK$516/ hour for training \| HK$1,300/day for travel
Reports to	:	Executive Committee of HKIHA (EC)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to:-

• Provide training programme for the U18 Team

• Manage practices / games / off ice sessions / classroom sessions

• Consider / Plan pre-tournament overseas camp (possibly days leading to Event)

• Communicate effectively with players, parents and EC Members.

• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork and personal development.

• Post Event Player evaluation/assessment

• Be a role model, exemplifying professionalism, integrity and sportsmanship at all times, both on and off the ice, to serve as a positive role model for the players

• Perform any other appropriate duties as assigned by EC

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently lives in Hong Kong is preferred, holding HKID card with Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining

• University degree or its equivalent

• Coaching experience with youth teams

• Relevant coaching certifications / qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Passion for developing young athlete both on and off ice

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Good command of written and spoken English or Chinese

• Attend / manage all scheduled practices / games / off ice sessions / classroom sessions (if any) in Hong Kong is preferred

APPLICATION METHOD

HKIHA is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Interested candidates should submit:-

1. Cover letter (please include any relevant coaching experience and your coaching philosophy)

2. Full resume with photo

3. References and supporting documentation if any

to Hong Kong, China Ice Hockey Association by email ling@icehockeyhongkong.org on or before 26 January 2025. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview in person / zoom.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted directly for interview.

* All information received will be kept in strict confidence and only used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes only. Candidates who are not invited for interview within 3 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Candidates are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may arise during their coaching tenure. This includes, but is not limited, current/prior relationship with players, parents, or other coaches that could influence impartiality or decision-making.

Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Attachment 1