Executive Associate - High Performance

Job Title: Executive Associate (High Performance) Department: High Performance Reporting to: High Performance Director Job Location: Vijayanagara, Karnataka Work Type: Permanent (Onsite) About Us: The Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) is a cutting-edge environment founded to craft champions in India with an eye on success at the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Located in Vijayanagara, Karnataka, IIS integrates state-of-the-art facilities, sports science, and world-class coaching expertise to guide athletes in their pursuit of excellence. Our Vision: To position India at the forefront of Olympic and Paralympic sports, cultivating a legacy of champions through exemplary dedication to sports and para-sports excellence. Our Mission: To develop and sustain a nationwide network of world-class high-performance centers and development programs across multiple sports, including dedicated support for para-athletes. To provide holistic and interdisciplinary training environments that empower athletes to maximize their potential and significantly contribute to India's Olympic and Paralympic medal achievements. Role Overview: The Executive Associate – High Performance plays a critical role in ensuring that high-performance operations function seamlessly with precision, speed, and accountability . This role demands a strong planner, doer, and go-getter who proactively anticipates needs, executes tasks with urgency, and ensures follow-through on critical action items. The individual must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and relentless in driving outcomes . The role requires strong communication, data management, and stakeholder coordination skills , with an emphasis on overcommunication to ensure complete alignment across teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. High-Impact Execution & Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the right hand to the High-Performance Director, ensuring execution of strategic initiatives with urgency and efficiency.
• Proactively identify potential bottlenecks in execution and push for resolutions to keep projects on track.
• Ensure constant follow-ups, overcommunication, and seamless coordination between different stakeholders.
• Take ownership of projects from start to finish , ensuring tasks are completed on time without requiring repeated reminders.

• Assist in tracking and evaluating athlete performance, training loads, and competition readiness .
• Ensure structured follow-ups on athlete assessments with the Sports Science, Coaching, and Medical teams .
• Implement Athlete Development Plans in collaboration with coaches and analysts, ensuring strict adherence to timelines .
• Maintain real-time records of athlete progress, injury management, and return-to-play protocols.

• Utilize advanced Excel and data analytics to track key performance metrics and generate actionable insights .
• Prepare business-critical presentations for high-level strategy meetings.
• Work closely with data analysts to provide real-time performance intelligence that aids decision-making.
• Maintain a dashboard for high-performance activities , ensuring instant visibility into ongoing projects.

• Oversee scheduling and logistics for training programs, camps, and competitions with zero margin for error .
• Maintain a real-time task tracker , ensuring nothing falls through the cracks .
• Manage calendar, meetings, and travel arrangements for the High-Performance Director and Leadership Team .
• Organize and prepare materials for meetings, including creating agendas, taking meeting minutes (MOMs), and ensuring immediate action on decisions .
• Ensure smooth inter-departmental coordination , including Coaching, Sports Science, Strength & Conditioning, and Nutrition.

• Provide concise and proactive communication , ensuring stakeholders are never left guessing .
• Liaise with internal and external partners , ensuring relationships are well-managed and commitments are met .
• Serve as the main point of contact for high-performance-related queries and ensure quick turnarounds on requests .
• Ensure regular status updates to leadership, so they are always aware of critical developments.

• Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism .
• Ensure all documents, reports, and communications are secure and appropriate for sharing.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, or a related field .
• Experience: 2-5 years in a high-performance sports environment , preferably in an elite training center, national team setup, or professional sports organization .

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) .
• Familiarity with performance monitoring tools, sports science concepts, and athlete load management .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities .

• Obsessive attention to detail and execution .
• Strong sense of urgency, follow-through, and proactive problem-solving .
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal), ensuring clarity and alignment at all levels .
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively in high-pressure environments .
• Proven track record of being a “doer” and driving projects to completion with minimal supervision .

• Knowledge of Olympic or professional sports structures .
• Experience working with elite athletes, coaches, and sports science teams .
• Certifications in performance analysis, strength & conditioning, or sports science (desirable but not mandatory).

• Be part of an elite high-performance environment supporting India’s top Olympic and Paralympic athletes .
• Work alongside leading professionals in sports science, coaching, and athlete development .
• Play a direct role in shaping India's medal-winning performances on the global stage.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy, results-driven work culture .