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9 March 2001, 06:51 am

Australian Yachting Seeks High Performance Manager

Position Vacant

The AYF High Performance Manager will be expected to provide leadership to a team of National Coaches, Sports Science staff and an assistant Administrator.

The AYF High Performance Manager is responsible for the overall management of the AYF High Performance Unit, working as a member of the High Performance Management Team to deliver the best possible coaching, technical, administrative and other support to our leading Sailing athletes, to maximise Australian performances at major international regattas.

This is a challenging role, requiring a mature mix of experience in athlete management, good sport management skills and an energy level that can match the demands of working with the high performance programs. Candidates will be required to work with the AYF high performance programs which include the Olympic and Paralympic squads, the AIS Sailing Program, the Youth World Championship and development squads and the Offshore program.

This position is funded by the Australian Sports Commission.

For more information e-mail tracey.johnstone@yachting.org.au

Applications Close: 23 March 2001.

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