The Essendon Football Club has a reputation as a leader in the Australian sports industry, with a proud history and strong values.  Driven to be recognised and respected as the most successful sporting club in Australia, both on and off the field, we are now seeking a part time Performance Nutritionist to assist our Football Department.The successful candidate will have a passion to see individuals achieve their goals and seek to be at the cutting edge of nutritional science.

Reporting to the Head Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for:

•    Performing nutrition evaluations for players according to holistic nutrition principles
•    Providing individualised nutrition and supplementation plans to specific goals and phases of training and playing
•    Conducting body composition testing, maintaining database, and following progress of players to ensure they meet and/or exceed their goals
•    Integrating nutrition into other facets of existing performance/wellness programs
•    Ensuring world class, cutting edge interventions for our players

The successful candidate will have the following skills, experience and attributes:

•    Registered Nutritionist/Dietician/Naturopath with minimum 3 years consulting experience
•    Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
•    Excellent organisational and computer skills
•    Willingness to work outside of business hours including weekends

To apply in strict confidence, please send your application to recruitment@essendonfc.com.au quoting reference PN1001


Applications close 5pm 22nd October 2012
Please note that this role will be subject to background checks.