Summary
Al Qadsiah Club is hiring a Team Manager in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, to oversee the operational, administrative, and logistical needs of an assigned sports team. Responsibilities include organizing training, supporting player welfare, coordinating with federations and competition organizers, arranging travel and accommodation, and managing petty cash and expense reports. The role also leads match-day and competition-day operations and ensures compliance with club and federation requirements. Candidates should have strong knowledge of the sport, excellent organization and communication skills, and the ability to travel for competitions.
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Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game At Al-Qadsiah Club we create more than teams! We’re crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations while shaping the future of Saudi sports. This is more than just a job! It’s an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you’ll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation’s sports vision, and making history every step of the way. Overview: The Team Manager is responsible for the full operational, administrative, and logistical management of the assigned sports team. This role serves as the backbone of the team’s daily functioning, ensuring that training, travel, competitions, player welfare, and documentation are executed professionally, efficiently, and in compliance with federation and club regulations. The Team Manager must have strong knowledge of the sport, ideally as a former player or experienced sport practitioner, enabling him/her to support the technical staff and athletes with insight and professionalism. In combat sports, the Team Manager needs to work directly with Sport Managers of the Club Sport, and athlete performance managers of the Futures and Podium programs, to ensure that activities are aligned and fully supported across club. Key Responsibilities: Daily Team Operations & Training Management •Ensure training sessions are fully organized and operational, including equipment setup, facility readiness, and safety checks. •Coordinate training schedules with coaches, facility managers, and the Multisport Department to prevent conflicts. •Monitor training attendance daily and maintain a digital attendance log for players and coaches. •Track player discipline, punctuality, and commitment, escalating issues when needed. •Ensure medical kits, hydration, and training resources are available at all times. Player Welfare, Communication & Support •Serve as the main communication channel between players, coaches, and club administration. •Support player onboarding, including ID registration, uniform distribution, accommodation coordination, and orientation. •Assist athletes with day-to-day needs such as facility access, transportation, and medical appointments. •Monitor player concerns, morale, and wellbeing, reporting issues that may impact performance. Federations & Competitions Coordination •Act as the official team representative with the sport federation and event organizers. •Submit competition entries, player lists, and registration documents before deadlines. •Manage player licenses, cards, approvals, release letters, and any regulatory paperwork. •Attend technical meetings before competitions to ensure compliance with all requirements. Travel, Accommodation & Logistics •Arrange and confirm team transportation (buses, drivers, schedules) for training and competitions. •Coordinate accommodation, meals, rooming lists, and itineraries for away tournaments. •Prepare official travel plans for approval by the Multisport Management. •Ensure proper management of club equipment and assets during travel. Financial Administration & Petty Cash Management •Manage petty cash responsibly, ensuring accurate logging of all expenses. •Collect and submit invoices, receipts, and expense reports clearly and on time. •Ensure purchases comply with club policy and budget restrictions • Provide transparent financial reporting at the end of each month. Match-Day & Competition-Day Operations •Lead all operational aspects on match days, ensuring full readiness of: o Technical benches o Equipment o Uniforms o Water and nutrition o Medical support •Ensure players arrive on time and adhere to match-day regulations. •Handle last-minute challenges such as missing equipment, player cards, or transport issues. Requirements Required skills & Competencies: •Strong knowledge of the sport (preferably former player or experienced coach/official). •Excellent organization and time-management skills. •Professional communication and conflict-management abilities. •Ability to handle pressure during matches and tournaments. •Strong administrative discipline and documentation accuracy. •Ability to travel for competitions and manage teams on the ground. Benefits Why Join Al-Qadsiah? Be Part of the Legacy: Join a club that’s redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence. Experience the Culture: Thrive in an environment that values quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony. This is the Qadsiah Way.