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The MWPA is seeking a High-Performance Director

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To Apply:

Please submit a CV with a cover letter to:  office@manitobawaterpolo.com.  

 

Your cover letter should include your strengths and coaching goals and what you can offer the MWPA as High-Performance Director. All applications will be reviewed, however only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.  Deadline for applications August 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm. 

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Position Overview 

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The High-Performance Director will serve as a strategic leader to develop and implement a High-Performance Program for the MWPA. The High-Performance Director will also play a crucial role in establishing and delivering a clear player development pathway for athletes in Manitoba.  

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This position requires a qualified and respected individual committed to coaching and delivering programming that will build Manitoba’s capacity to compete nationally against other provincial programs. 

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The High-Performance Director will also assist with the organization of Provincial tournaments and camps as well as grassroots recruitment of athletes. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

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• Assisting with the development and ongoing refinement of the MWPA High-Performance Program 

• Work alongside the Executive Director and the High-Performance Committee to set program goals 

• Collaborate with Competition and Technical Committee to organize and deliver tournaments and camps 

• Liaise with Water Polo Canada and other PSOs 

• Develop appropriate training programs to help athletes improve and achieve their goals  

• Coaching high-performance and development athletes, providing constructive feedback and corrective guidance, addressing areas for improvement and reinforcing positive achievements 

• Ensure training environments are positive, safe, and inclusive 

• Participate in recruitment and promotion of water polo throughout Manitoba 

• Committed to applying sport science for tactical and technical advancement 

• Work alongside established and developing clubs to offer support for high-performance and development training 

• Communicate effectively with other coaches, players, and families as needed 

 

 

Skills and Attributes 

  

• Be a positive role model for athletes

• Demonstrate personal integrity and honesty

• Respect for diversity and inclusion with coaching strategies that cater to the unique abilities of each athlete  

• Flexible and approachable with a positive attitude  

• Able to work evenings and weekends 

• Time management skills

• Managing athletes’ behaviour in a competitive context  

• Good communication skills 

 

Qualifications 

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• Water Polo Canada Competitive Coach (or working towards same) with minimum 3-5 years coaching experience

• Strong knowledge of the LTAD model and player development principles 

• Playing experience at a high-performance level  

• Completion of a High School Diploma; with completion of a Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in kinesiology, education, administration or other related discipline is beneficial 

• Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, conflict resolution, time management and organizational skills 

• Ability to work evenings and weekends 

• Current Respect in Sport, Making Ethical Decisions, and Making Headway certifications (or willingness to complete) 

• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle 

• Current CPR/First Aid certification is an asset 

• Must complete a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening 

 

What We Offer 

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• Salaried position of $20,000 CAD per year for 20 hours per week 

• Eligible for benefits through Sport Manitoba 

• Funding for training opportunities applicable to the position 

• Performance bonus based on effort and results in grassroots recruitment 

• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the growth of water polo in Manitoba