Junior Academy Lead - Manchester City Football Education, Dallas USA

City Football Group Limited

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Dallas, USA, this full-time role leads the delivery and growth of Manchester City Junior Academy programmes across North Texas. You will play an important role in shaping high-quality football experiences for young players while supporting coaching standards, programme development and operational delivery across multiple venues. Within our Football Education team, we deliver programmes that bring Manchester City’s coaching philosophy and methodology to life across global football environments. In North Texas, our programmes continue to grow, creating positive and engaging experiences that support player development and community engagement.

Requirements

UEFA B Licence or equivalent
Understanding of player pathways and youth football development
Experience delivering and developing football coaching programmes for junior players
Ability to build positive relationships with players, parents and stakeholders
Experience supporting and developing coaches within team environments
Collaborative and organised approach across operational and football environments

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day delivery of Junior Academy programmes across Dallas, ensuring coaching, operations and programme activity are delivered to a consistently high standard.
Support programme planning, logistics, quality assurance and ongoing programme development across multiple venues.
Oversee football development activity in line with City Football Group coaching methodology and overall programme standards.
Support the management and development of coaching staff.
Maintain positive relationships with players, parents, venues and wider stakeholders.
Contribute to the continued growth of football programmes across North Texas, supporting new initiatives, venue expansion and collaborative working across Football Education operations teams.
Create a positive and high-quality football environment across the region through organisation, communication and leadership.