Performance Analyst Red Roses

Working at the RFU means being part of the bigger picture at England Rugby: to be rooted in our purpose which is to enrich lives introduce more people to rugby union & develop the sport for future generations. If our purpose resonates with you and you recognise the value that sport can bring to peoples lives wed love to work with you. An opportunity has arisen for a Performance Analyst (Red Roses) to join our Technical Performance team on a permanent basis.

Job Title : Performance Analyst - Red Roses
Department : Performance Rugby
Reports to : England Womens Performance Analyst
Direct report(s) : N/A
Salary Banding : circa 30000 per annum
Job Level : Core
Location : Home based
Travel Requirements : In line with Red Roses team commitments
Employment Type : Permanent
Working Hours : This is a full-time role covering 35hrs per week

Application Information:

• Please submit an anonymised CV (i.e. remove personal details).
• The closing date for applications Thursday 6th November at 5pm.
• Interviews will take place week commencing 10th November.

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The Role:

The Red Roses Performance Analyst is responsible for delivering a broad scope of Performance Analysis services to the Red Roses programme.

Working as part of a team of two (alongside the Lead Performance Analyst) the post holder will be expected to combine tactical knowledge of the game with a variety of technology and tools to provide pertinent information to help enhance the coaching process.

You will work closely with the Red Roses coaching team and potentially have responsibility for a specific tactical area of the game (i.e. attack defence set piece or breakdown). Additionally the post- holder will have responsibility for logistical components of performance analysis support (i.e. equipment set up freight / travel prep etc.) across both match tournament and training camp environments.

The post-holder must have a proven track record of working successfully with both coaching and wider performance disciplines / practitioners and have the ability and aptitude to work autonomously when required. They will have demonstrable experience of positively impacting performance through their ability to capture collate analyse and feedback accurate information in a compelling and confident manner to coaches and if directed players.

The post-holder must be able to evidence experience and impact in the following key areas:

• Delivery of data and feedback
• Presentation tools to enhance feedback and learning Rugby knowledge and game understanding
• Coding and Feedback methodologies
• Report design and dissemination methods
• Collection Integration Manipulation and Accurate reporting of large data sets
• Online database platforms and dissemination tools
• Producingcreative and engaging reports dashboards and video presentations that communicate key messages effectively to players and staff.
• In addition to this the post holder will have experience (2 years minimum) in a professional or elite rugby environment.
• This role is embedded with the Red Roses programme and as such requires a commitment to attend all training sessions meetings and all matches throughout the year.

Some key responsibilities include:

• ResponsibleforworkingcloselywiththeRed Rosescoachingteamtoanswer performance questions (when applicable) through the use of relevant data sets.
• ResponsibleforsupportingtheRed Rosescoachingteamand lead analysts withgamemodeldesign opposition analysis and meeting preparation and delivery.
• Leveragetechnologysystemsprocessesandtheoriestosupportthedeliveryofan innovative and engaging learning environment.
• Monitoring of selected players in domestic competitions
• Designorganiseandmaintainavarietyoflocal(andifrequired)onlinedatabases.
• Providesystematicandad-hocperformancereportsforcoachingandperformance teams to enhance player development and game understanding.
• Leadonanalysislogistics(incollaborationwithTeamOpsManager);includingbut not limited to;
  • Traininghardwareandinfrastructuresetupforallsessions
  • Learningenvironmentsetups(Meetingroomandplayeranalysisareaetc) both at Pennyhill Park training centre and all away from home hotels / training bases
• AnalysisEquipmentcoordinationandlogisticsfortoursandtrainingcamps.
• If / as directed work with other sports science disciplines as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Actively collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the development and delivery of the current strategic business and operational plans.
• Act as an ambassador for and promote the best interests of the RFU including the promotion of our culture and core values This Rose Means Everyone: Put The Team First Shape The Future Respect Each Other.
• Undertake other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of the organisation.

Qualifications Skills & Experience:

The skills and attributes outlined in this description are not exhaustive and we welcome candidates who can bring different relevant experiences to the role.

Essential:

• AsoundacademicrecordincludinganundergraduatedegreeinPerformanceAnalysisor related subject is required.
• Atleast2yearspracticalandrelevantexperienceofPerformanceAnalysissupport within an elite environment.
• Strongunderstandingofthegameofrugbyunion.
• Highlynumeratewithstrongtechnicalandcomputerskills.
• ExperienceintheuseofPerformanceanalysissoftware(s)andrelatedvideo production and analysis tools (especially Apple products)..
• Effective communicator.
• to achieving personal department and team objectives.
• Proactiveunderstandstheneedsofthedepartmentandthewiderteamtobe successful and is forthcoming with ideas and assistance.
• Problemsolverbeingabletofindnewsolutionstoaidtheprogramme.
• Relationshipbuilderwhoenjoysinteractingwithdifferentgroupsofpeople.
• Highlyorganisedwiththeabilitytoworkunderpressureanddealwithmultipletasks.
• Willingnessandabilitytoworkunsociablehours.
• Comfortable confident and effective in an elite / professional sporting environment. You have high standards and take pride in your work.
• Committed to embodying the ethos our culture by using our three core values Put The Team First Shape The Future Respect Each Other to guide your day-to-day decisions actions and interactions.
• Committed to actively contributing and building an inclusive culture in your role and day to day behaviours.

Desirable:

• Will preferably already have an interest in sport and sports business.
• Ability to think creatively both operationally and in a strategic sense.
• Committed to the highest levels of personal performance.
• Event retail experience preferable but not essential.
• Skills in delivering a marketing campaign from concept to execution.
• Experience of managing a team preferable not essential.

Additional Information:

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