Technical Director

Our future success depends on the diverse talent and performance of dedicated employees. We now call for applications to fill this position which is financially supported by the Culture, Sports & Tourism Bureau Development Fund. The position is under the Technical Development Department) in the organization structure of HKFA. Reporting to the General Secretary, the appointee is responsible for the following:

Job Descriptions:

• To report regularly to the Board, Technical Committee and General Secretary on high-performance football.
• To research and provide advice on playing styles and to contribute to the development of coaching knowledge (football curriculum and coaching course content).
• To ensure that the HKFA has a clear and well thought through strategy for the development of football at all levels and to oversee its ongoing review and implementation in conjunction with the Head of Football Development.
• To advise the HKFA on all technical playing matters including devising the Hong Kong 'style and system of play' and to articulate this into a Hong Kong Football Curriculum.
• To continuously monitor best practice in technical matters and to communicate this to all football stakeholders.
• To continuously monitor best practice in technical matters and to communicate this to all football stakeholders.
• To directly lead and supervise the Head Coach on performance systems and development programmes.
• To work with the key staff in Technical Department to ensure that grass roots and youth development activities and programmes are dovetailed with high-performance systems and create seamless pathways for footballers to progress.
• To oversee and directly supervise the work of the Representative Teams, Grassroots Football, Women's Football, Futsal Football, and Coach Education functions within the Technical Development Department and to ensure that they are implementing the Hong Kong style and system of play.
• To create and uphold a winning performance culture.
• To build partnerships with other high-performance sports agencies in Hong Kong and internationally including EAFF/AFC/FIFA.
• To develop the key relationships internally and externally and to communicate effectively at all times with players, coaching staff, clubs, administrators, officials, parents, supporters and the media.
• To collaborate with the Hong Kong Football Training Centre (FTC) to ensure effective high-performance use of its facilities as a base for coach education and elite player development.
• To manage the Technical Development Department's budget and expenditure responsibly, ensuring costs are planned, tracked and controlled within approved limits.
• To perform other duties and responsibilities as reasonably instructed by the General Secretary and/or the Board.

Requirements:

• In possession of current coaching qualifications (or experience) equivalent to UEFA 'A' license and/or FIFA 'Pro' license.

Profile, Skills and Experience

• The successful candidate must have proven experience and success in elite football development/ management/coaching.
• Well-developed leadership and management skills with a track record of creating a culture of high performance.
• Evidence of Delivery of Coaching Programmes.

Personal Characteristics and Profile

• The personal style and approach of the individual is critical. The person appointed must be passionate about football and be performance-orientated.
• Key personal characteristics will include:
• A versatile and persuasive manager/coach
• Strong organisational skills
• An inspiring and persuasive character with excellent leadership skills
• A good communicator and motivator
• High personal ambition and drive
• Remaining calm under pressure
• High ethical standards

The successful candidate will be offered on a contract term employment. Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Our employee benefits include Group Medical, Group PA, Life Insurance and Dental Insurance to the right candidate.

Interested parties please send full resume with present & expected salary and available date by “APPLY NOW”on or before 20 September 2026 (HKT 23:59)

Please ensure that you have explored the following official link which lists the relevant instructions before making an application:

https://www.hkfa.com/en/about-us/organisation/career

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Applicants not having heard from us within four weeks from the date of deadline may consider their applications unsuccessful.

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