About the Role

Our client, a highly respected professional sports organization, is looking for a visionary Director de Desarrollo de Jugadores y Academia to lead its youth development programs. This critical, fully remote role will be responsible for establishing and executing a world-class player development curriculum, fostering talent from grassroots to professional levels. The successful candidate will set the strategic direction for the academy, ensuring alignment with the club's philosophy and long-term objectives. This position demands exceptional leadership in player development, coaching methodology, and strategic planning, with a significant impact on the future success of the club's talent pipeline, impacting regions such as Tlalnepantla, State of Mexico .

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and implement a comprehensive, long-term player development philosophy and curriculum for all age groups within the academy.
- Oversee the recruitment, assessment, and development of talented young players, ensuring a consistent pathway to the first team.
- Manage and mentor the academy coaching staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with parents, local clubs, schools, and scouting networks.
- Ensure that all academy programs align with the club's sporting goals, values, and strategic vision.
- Manage the academy budget effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
- Oversee the welfare and holistic development (academic, social, emotional) of academy players.




- Stay at the forefront of integral best practices in youth player development and implement innovative training methodologies.
- Conduct regular performance reviews of players and staff, providing constructive feedback and setting development goals.

Requirements

- Extensive experience (10+ years) in youth player development, coaching, and management within a professional sports environment.
- Proven track record of successfully identifying, developing, and graduating players to professional levels.
- Deep understanding of coaching principles, sports science, and adolescent psychology.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate young athletes and staff.
- Experience in strategic planning, curriculum development, and budget management.
- Relevant coaching licenses or certifications (e.g., UEFA A, USSF A) are highly desirable.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a remote setting.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- A passion for developing young talent and a commitment to holistic player growth.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive executive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the unique opportunity to shape the future of a professional sports organization from a remote capacity. This role provides significant autonomy and the satisfaction of nurturing the next generation of elite athletes. Opportunities for professional growth and engagement with club leadership are abundant. The impact of this role is felt globally, influencing talent pipelines that feed into teams associated with areas like Tlalnepantla, State of Mexico .

📌 Director de Desarrollo de Jugadores y Academia (Tlalnepantla de Baz)
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