# Head Rugby Coach (Rugby 15s & 7s)

**Company:** [MIRA CONSTRUCTION L.L.C](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/pCv1bqG1RvT9o9W1N4rHp9.md)
**Location:** Dubai, United Arab Emirates
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

We are seeking an experienced **Head Rugby Coach** to lead the sporting development of a competitive senior rugby programme in Dubai.

**Rugby 15s will be the primary competitive programme**, with the objective of building a senior squad capable of competing successfully in **UAE Rugby Division 2**. Rugby 7s will serve as an additional platform for competition, player development, recruitment, and club exposure through selected domestic and international tournaments.

The Head Coach will play a central role in **squad building, player recruitment, training, match preparation, selection, coaching structure, and long-term sporting development**.

This is a hands-on leadership position with significant influence over the club’s playing philosophy, coaching standards, performance environment, and squad composition.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Lead the senior Rugby 15s programme and take overall responsibility for team performance.
-   Oversee the development and preparation of the Rugby 7s programme.
-   Plan, structure, and deliver senior-team training sessions.
-   Prepare and manage the Rugby 15s team for league fixtures and competitions.
-   Prepare and manage Rugby 7s squads for selected tournaments.
-   Establish a clear playing philosophy, tactical structure, and performance standards across both formats.
-   Adapt technical and tactical preparation to the specific requirements of Rugby 15s and Rugby 7s.
-   Assess existing and prospective players and identify recruitment priorities by position and role.
-   Lead player recruitment, scouting, trials, assessment, and squad selection.
-   Build a competitive Rugby 15s squad capable of competing successfully in UAE Rugby Division 2.
-   Identify and develop players suitable for the club’s Rugby 7s squads.
-   Develop individual and team development plans.
-   Work closely with club management on squad composition, recruitment strategy, and season planning.
-   Assist with the recruitment and management of assistant coaches, specialist coaches, and performance staff.
-   Establish professional standards for training attendance, preparation, fitness, discipline, and matchday performance.
-   Contribute to the long-term sporting strategy and development of the club.

## Requirements

-   Significant experience coaching **senior/adult Rugby 15s**.
-   **World Rugby Level 2 coaching qualification, or a recognised equivalent, is mandatory.**
-   Strong technical and tactical understanding of Rugby 15s.
-   Strong understanding of Rugby 7s and the ability to prepare players and squads for the format.
-   Proven experience in player assessment, squad selection, and player development.
-   Experience in player recruitment, scouting, and/or trials.
-   Ability to build and manage squads comprising players from different rugby backgrounds and competitive levels.
-   Strong leadership, communication, organisational, and player-management skills.
-   Ability to work collaboratively with club management on sporting and recruitment decisions.
-   Professional approach to training planning, performance analysis, and team preparation.
-   Previous experience as a **Head Coach or Senior Assistant Coach** is highly desirable.
-   Previous Rugby 7s coaching experience is highly desirable.
-   Previous UAE or Gulf rugby experience is advantageous but not essential.

### Coaching Qualification

**World Rugby Level 2, or a recognised equivalent qualification, is a mandatory requirement.**

A **World Rugby Level 3 qualification or recognised equivalent** will be considered a significant advantage.

Candidates will be required to provide details of their current coaching qualifications during the application process.

## Benefits

-   Full-time position based in Dubai, UAE.
-   Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
-   UAE employment visa.
-   Medical insurance.
-   Opportunity to play a key role in building a competitive rugby programme from an early stage.
-   Significant involvement in squad building, player recruitment, and sporting strategy.
-   Opportunity to develop both Rugby 15s and Rugby 7s programmes.
-   Relocation support, where applicable, to be discussed individually with shortlisted candidates.

Please note: All coaching, training, match day, and team activities will be based in Dubai.