US Chess Seeking HOD and Trainers for 2024 International Youth Events

US Chess is seeking applicants for the positions of Heads of Delegation (HOD) and Coaches (Trainers) for the 2024 FIDE International Youth events.

The policy for selection is posted on the US Chess website and has changed for 2024. The two events covered by this process are: 

• 2024 World Youth (U14, U16, U18) Chess Championships, October 28 - November 10, Florianopolis, Brazil
• 2024 World Cadet (U8, U10, U12) Chess Championships, November 12 - 25, Montesilvano, Italy

Applicants for the position of HOD or for the position of Coach (also known as Trainers), must be a licensed FIDE Trainer. Find additional information about the FIDE Trainers’ System here.

A complete application will consist of the following:

1. Application letter that specifies which event(s) are desired, and which position(s) are desired for each event
2. Current resume
3. A list of at least three professional references

Completed applications must be submitted ONLY to Brian Yang, US Chess FIDE Events Manager, at brian.yang@uschess.org. Do not cc: any other US Chess email addresses with your submission. 

Each successful applicant must complete US Chess SafeSport Training, https://new.uschess.org/us-chess-safe-play-hub, no later than October 25, 2024.

Completed applications must be received no later than Friday, October 4, 2024, 5:00PM Central USA Time.  Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.