Nordiq Canada, det nasjonale styringsorganet for langrenn i Canada, har åpnet for søknader til stillingen som hovedtrener for seniorlandslaget. Rollen innebærer å lede utøvere og ansatte mot internasjonal suksess på arrangementer som OL og VM. Kandidater må sende søknader innen 3. april 2026.
Nordiq Canada søker en erfaren hovedtrener til å lede det kanadiske senior nasjonale langrennslandslaget. Underlagt høyytelsesdirektøren vil treneren ha ansvar for ledelse av utøvere, trenere og støttepersonell, med mål om varig suksess i internasjonale konkurranser. The position requires implementing the team's program and performance plan, delivering training and competition strategies, and leading at major events such as World Cups, World Championships, and Olympic Games. Collaboration with national training centers, personal coaches, and the broader high-performance system is essential to support athlete development. The coach will also mentor staff, foster an athlete-centered culture emphasizing excellence and accountability, and work with sport science and medicine professionals on athlete health and monitoring. Qualifications include proven coaching experience at the international high-performance level, such as at World Cup or Olympic competitions, along with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. A deep understanding of factors driving success in cross-country skiing is necessary. The role demands extensive travel for training camps and competitions, work in outdoor winter environments, and occasional evenings and weekends. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to bscott@nordiqcanada.ca by April 3, 2026, with 'Head Coach Application' and their name in the subject line. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Nordiq Canada prioritizes Canadian citizens and permanent residents for equal qualifications and is committed to employment equity. The position receives partial funding from Sport Canada.
