Senior Executive, National Teams Management

at  Football Association of Singapore

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Head, Technical Administration, the Senior Executive, National Teams Management will provide leadership, administrative and organisational support towards the management of all FAS National Teams, including the National Youth Teams and the Young Lions.

• To provide leadership and administrative support for the National Teams department’s liaison with Clubs, Schools, MINDEF, MHA, SportSG, SNOC, MCCY, and other relevant stakeholders for the release of players for international and local matches and develop positive relationships.
• Work closely with Technical Department and National Team coaches to develop annual training and competitions schedule taking into consideration the FIFA Calendar for international competitions under FIFA, AFC and AFF.
• To work closely with the respective National Teams coaches & the Football Development & Excellence Committee to provide strategic directions for the National Teams.
• To facilitate and ensure all required facilities and equipment are available for the Teams’ programmes.
• To ensure that the necessary applications and documents are completed and submitted on time to continue being eligible for Singapore Sports Institute (SSI) supporting services.
• To ensure that all international travel arrangements including visa applications, accommodation and meals, flights, application of leave for players, part-time staff & volunteers are made in advance for the Teams’ programmes.
• To liaise with the apparel partner to ensure that the equipment and apparel stock are in place and delivered when required.
• To ensure that players’ welfare (insurance, medical treatments, allowances, scholarships, etc) are taken care of.
• Organise programmes to cultivate players’ capabilities for post-playing careers.
• To be present when required at training sessions and events involving the National Teams / Young Lions and to keep a daily record of attendance of players.
• Some overseas travel with the National Teams is required.
• To formalise, establish and build on policies with MINDEF and MHA with the support of SportSG and MCCY with regards to the release of players during National Service for the Young Lions and the various National Teams.
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the Technical Director and / or General Secretary.