Performance Analyst | FAW (Jobs in Sports Performance Analysis)
The Role
The FAW is looking to recruit a Performance Analyst. The purpose of the role is to support the Performance Analyst Lead in undertaking effective performance analysis for the Cymru Men’s National Squad and to undertake performance analysis support of the Cymru Men’s youth squads. The role will include mentoring students on the performance analysis placement scheme and contributing to the implementation of the Our Wales – High Performance Strategy.
Purpose of Role
The purpose of the role is to support the Performance Analyst Leads in undertaking effective performance analysis for the Cymru National Squads, to undertake performance analysis support of the Cymru intermediate squads, to assist in recruiting and mentoring students on the performance analysis placement scheme and to contribute to the implementation of the Our Wales – High Performance Strategy.
Key Areas of Accountability or Responsibility
- Support analysis provision for the senior national squad as directed by the Performance Analysis Lead
- Undertake opposition analysis for national squads and present in appropriate manner to coaches and players
- Undertake post-match analysis for national squads and present in appropriate manner to coaches and players in line with Welsh Way Playing Philosophy and specific game plans
- Database and archive of national squad matches, training sessions, best practice library and supporting analysis work
- Distribute videos and information for national squads via online platform
- Benchmark national squad performances against successful teams in line with FAW What It Takes To Win metrics
- Develop and maximise relationships with national squad coaches including proactively contributing to tactical game plans and long-term development of team playing style and philosophy
- Develop contemporary resources for inclusion in training and education programmes for coaches and players
- Organise performance analysis equipment (hardware & software) for the national squads
- Recruit & mentor individuals on the student placement scheme where appropriate
- Utilise and develop workflows and working practices in line with FAW High Performance Strategy
- Undertake additional analysis support work across all programmes when required and as directed by the Head of Performance Analysis and Football Insights
- Proactively undertake a programme of personal and professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Performance Analysis or related subject
- UEFA B Licence (or above)
- Professional accreditation as a performance analyst or undertaken recognised performance analysis courses
Knowledge
- Comprehensive understanding of contemporary video analysis technology and software applications
- Excellent understanding of contemporary coaching practice in football
- Understanding of databasing and visualisation tools and software
- Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh
Experience
- Experienced in providing performance analysis support at the elite football level in football
- Experienced in utilising video analysis software such as Nodiant Coder, Sportscode, SBG Focus, Angles, Nacsport or similar
- Experienced in utilising annotation software such as RT Tactic, Coach Paint, Klipdraw, Metrica or similar
- Experience of working directly with coaches and players
- Experienced in undertaking and presenting comprehensive opposition analysis
- Experienced in gathering, analysing and visualising data as an integrated part of the analysis process
- Experience of mentoring process
- Experienced in producing detailed, accurate work under strict time‑constraints
- Experience of national squad camp environment
- Experienced in building and developing databases and dashboard systems for analysis and benchmark purposes
- Experience of creating analysis resources for coach education
Role Specific Requirements
The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS with list checks. You should also have access to a car or the ability to travel between camps and the ability to undertake international travel.
FAW VALUES
Excellence – we approach every challenge with determination and a drive to deliver our very best in all we do. We display commitment, motivation, discipline and perseverance, and hold ourselves accountable for results. In every aspect of business and sport, we strive to excel.
Family – we promote a welcoming culture of warmth and belonging where everyone is embraced. Through the power of the collective, we’ll continue to expand our football family, welcoming anyone who wants to achieve great things for Wales.
Respect – we believe that different ideas, strengths, interests, and cultural backgrounds are fundamental for success. We’ll earn the respect of others through our commitment to be open, honest, ethical and fair.
The Football Association of Wales strives to become a leading employer that reflects the communities of Wales while creating an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace for all employees. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications women and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, Black, Asian, and Mixed-Heritage backgrounds.
Further to this the FAW are actively seeking to increase diversity within our workforce and have established a guaranteed interview scheme. We are committed to ensuring we recruit the best people on the objective basis of their skills, ability and experience.We value the benefits of diversity at work and understand that diversity of perspective and experience can encourage respectful creativity, foster innovation and create opportunities for all.
We may offer a guaranteed interview to eligible applicants who wish to opt-in to this scheme.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme Eligibility
To be eligible to apply via the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, you must either:
- Consider yourself to have a disability that substantially affects your ability to do normal daily activities
- Be from or part of an ethnic group who do not identify as White British/English/Welsh/Scottish/Northern Irish
To be guaranteed an interview under the scheme in your application you need to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifying criteria for the vacancy.
An application under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme is optional, therefore we require you to confirm you are eligible to apply and to confirm that you wish to opt into the scheme, by completing the application form. You will then need to email the completed form to recruitment@faw.cymru once you have submitted your application.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check
This role, due to its nature, duties, and responsibilities, will be subject to the successful applicant undergoing a check by the DBS.
Application Process Timeline
- Deadline for applicants is on Sunday, 11th January. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
- If the FAW receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the role early.
- All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
- Applications must be supported by a letter detailing why the applicant is suitable for the role, and be accompanied with a current CV.
- Please also complete the equality & diversity monitoring form here.
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