Academy & Youth Development Coach

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (relocation from the UK)

We’re recruiting coaches from the UK.

Arabian Falcons FC is hiring Academy & Youth Development Coaches to move to Dubai. We want coaches who develop technically confident, tactically intelligent, independent young players.

About Arabian Falcons FC

Arabian Falcons FC is a Dubai football club built to give players a real pathway into professional football. We run a first-team structure across Division 2 and Division 3, and an academy for players aged 6 to 16. The academy is fully integrated into the first team, so young players train in the same environment as the senior squad and can see where they’re heading.

What We Offer

• Competitive monthly salary
• Furnished accommodation
• UAE employment visa sponsored
• Medical insurance
• Initial two-year contract

Job Summary

As a Youth Development Coach, you will support young people’s learning, confidence and personal development through teaching, mentoring and youth work. You will build positive relationships, adapt your approach to individual needs and help create an encouraging environment where young people can participate and progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning and development activities suited to young people’s interests and abilities.
• Mentor young people, listen to their perspectives and encourage them to set goals and build confidence.
• Adapt activities and communication to support different learning needs, including those associated with special education.
• Work with colleagues to share relevant observations and provide consistent support.

Your impact: young people benefit from activities that help them feel included, develop skills and take part with confidence.

What You Need

Required:

• UEFA C Licence or higher
• AFC coaching certificate
• Academy or youth football experience
• Strong technical and tactical understanding
• Willingness to relocate to Dubai
• Practical teaching, communication and mentoring capabilities to guide activities, build trust and respond thoughtfully to young people’s needs

Preferred:

• Experience working with children, youth work experience and knowledge of special education, to help you tailor support and contribute to an inclusive, encouraging environment

The Process

Online interview, then a practical coaching assessment at our UK Coaching Showcase, 17–19 November 2026. Offers go out on 26 November.

To Apply

Email your CV to academy@affc.ae

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