National Federations with their development needs, while creating opportunities to train at the UCI WCC for higher-

The Head of Sport & Development leads the Sport & Development Pole of the UCI World Cycling Centre (UCI WCC), reporting directly to the UCI WCC Director. The role is responsible for the strategic and operational development of the athlete programmes, overseeing the coaches and the Mechanics Workshop, and contributing decisively to the design and success of the training courses delivered by UCI WCC teams. The post-holder brings together coaches, technical staff, trainers and athletes around shared performance objectives, ensuring the delivery of world-class training and performance support across all disciplines.

• Lead the Sport & Development Pole team, comprising coaches across disciplines, the UCI WCC Women's Continental Team staff and the Mechanics Workshop.
• Set SMART objectives and KPIs for the Pole's staff in line with the UCI WCC Director's objectives, conduct their annual reviews, and advise the Director on performance and programme development.
• Work with the Services Pole and the International Relations, Solidarity & Training Pole, and support special projects as required.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on athlete development, technical excellence and well-being.
• Design, implement and monitor the training and development programmes of athletes hosted at the UCI WCC, in line with the UCI strategy.
• Organise training camps, courses, seminars and meetings for athletes and coaches.
• Ensure the implementation and regular review of Individual Performance Plans (IPPs), and implement and monitor athlete performance measurement and data tracking systems.
• Supervise the Mechanics Workshop and the preparation and maintenance of equipment.
• Set up and run a detection programme for athletes and coaches and ensure their follow-up, and develop athlete pathway criteria and guidelines, including for the UCI Regional and Continental Development Satellites.
• Provide technical support to the continental training camps and the UCI World Cycling Talent programme, covering coaching staff, programme content and mechanical support.
• Identify certified coaches and mechanics from UCI WCC courses and integrate qualified interns into programmes, with the Training & Education Unit.
• Oversee the recruitment, reception, accommodation and socio-educational activities of athletes, with the Services Pole.
• Ensure the quality and compliance of athletes' medical follow-up, with the UCI Medical Director and referring doctors.
• Implement the safeguarding policy across all programmes with the UCI Integrity Unit, and ensure compliance with integrity and anti-doping rules and with athlete welfare and risk management standards.

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a similar role, with proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and aligning programmes with long-term development goals.
• In-depth knowledge of Olympic and Paralympic cycling disciplines, training methods and teaching approaches.
• Experience in athlete tracking, Individual Performance Plans (IPPs) and data-driven coaching strategies.
• Strong understanding of athlete progression, particularly within emerging cycling nations.
• Excellent planning, budgeting and coordination skills across logistics, operations and development pathways.
• Rigorous in applying internal rules and processes, with experience of working within an institutional framework.
• Skilled in building relationships with National Federations, partners and sponsors, with cultural sensitivity and openness to diverse international communities.
• Committed to athlete welfare, safeguarding and risk management best practices.
• Fluent in English and French, both spoken and written.
• Impeccable integrity and a strong sense of professional ethics.
• A unifying and natural leader, both demanding and humble, transparent and committed, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to travel abroad, including weekends and public holidays.

• Any additional language beyond English and French is an asset.

• On-site presence is required at the UCI World Cycling Centre in Aigle, Switzerland, except when travelling for business.

Joining the organisation means developing your skills, working at the heart of cycling's world governing body and contributing to the success of one of the world's leading Olympic Federations.