Singapore Badminton Association – Sparring Partner / Coach Assistant


The Singapore Badminton Association (SBA) is Singapore's national governing body. To support the National Singles Team's daily training environment, the SBA aims to engage the services of a Sparring Partner / Coach Assistant. This role combines sparring partner services with coaching and mentoring National Team Players at international competitions.


Key responsibilities and main tasks and activities:

• Assist National Coaches with the planning and delivery of National Singles Team training.

• Act as Sparring Partner when required.

• Travel to international competitions to coach and mentor National Team Players.

• The Coach Assistant reports to the Singles Head Coach.
  

The successful candidate shall possess the following attributes:

• A minimum of 3 years of Sparring Partner experience in an elite-level badminton setting.

• Competitive with top World Ranked 75 -100 players

• Bring high quality sparring for all national players

• A clear understanding of annual planning and periodisation principles in the sport of Badminton and how they can be applied across the developing players

• Holds the BWF Level 1 qualification or equivalent as a minimum.

• Candidates should have strong communication skills. Be fluent in English as the primary language

• Prepared to go the extra mile for Singapore national team players
  

Singapore Badminton offers a matching salary that reflects our interest in attracting the right candidate: S$2,800-S$3,500 per month.


For further information or enquiries please get in touch with Sim Bee Lui in the first instance: beelui@singaporebadminton.org.sg


To apply for the position:


For Singapore candidates, please apply via the following website: www.mycareerfuture.gov.sg


For foreign (non-Singaporean candidates, please apply by sending your cover letter and resume outlining qualifications, experience, current and expected salary to: beelui@singaporebadminton.org.sg


Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified .


Closing date for applications: 1st December 2024