Special Class Instructors
Provide specialized support and excellent fitness instruction at UN Wellness Centre.
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Overview
Provide specialized support and excellent fitness instruction at UN Wellness Centre.
You have:
- High School Certificate is required.
- Certificate in Zumba / Aqua Zumba, Salsa, Rhumba, Yoga, Spin, Taekwondo, Pilates, Aerobics, Cross-fit, Acapella, Barre, Aqua Aerobics is required.
- A minimum of 2 years' experience from a reputable organization/setting is required in teaching various fitness classes.
- Qualifications and knowledge of fitness and products and equipment is required.
- Fluency in oral and written English is required.
Contract
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Result of Service
To offer excellent services to client's satisfaction and encourage a growing repeat business. Service must be in tandem with the standard operating procedure of the profession while instructing.
Work Location
Nairobi
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the respective office of the Secretary-General. UNON supports program implementation of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Program UNHABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). This post is in the office of United Nations Office at Nairobi, Central Support Services (CSS), Commercial Operations Unit (COU). Under the supervision of the Unit Chief, Sanjita Sehmi.The incumbent provides specialized support services to help ensure the smooth functioning of the UN Wellness Centre. The UN Wellness Centre (UNWC) is open for membership to UN staff members and the diplomatic community. The UNWC has over the years recognized the need to keep pace with the growing sophistication and demands of members, so it offers a sports facility that meets their fitness and health goals. The facility has a state-of-the-art gym, with separate cardio as well as weights section and is equipped with Technogym machines. All the equipment is of the highest quality, well designed ergonomically and bio-mechanically precise. UNWC is seeking for instructors to provide professional Zumba / Aqua Zumba, Salsa, Rhumba, Yoga, Spin, Tae-Kwando, Pilates, Aerobics, Cross-fit, Acapu Ela, Barre, Aqua Aerobics, TaiChi and other creative Wellness classes and programs designed to the needs of United Nations Wellness Centre (UNWC) members and guests. The incumbent works towards creating excellence in the fitness center reporting directly to UNWC Manager. Responsibilities will include. • The instructors will be teaching special classes like Zumba / Aqua Zumba, Salsa, Rhumba, Yoga, Spin, Taekwondo, Pilates, Aerobics, Cross-fit, Acapella, Barre, Aqua Aerobics and or any other Wellness classes. • The instructor works towards creating excellence in the Fitness Centre reporting directly to the UNWC Manager • Responsible for preparing the indoor/outdoor space prior to the class, by ensuring the space is ready/equipped and suitable for use by the clients • Promoting fitness classes to both members and non-members for purposes of increasing or sustaining membership • Have a client database or profile in his record for purposes of reference. • Advice clients on health and fitness related matters. • Perform other related duties as required. Events Facilitation: • Plan, organize, and facilitate fitness-related events, workshops, and wellness activities. • Coordinate with the events team to manage logistics and event promotion. • Assist in developing marketing materials, schedules, and event content that engage and inspire clients. • Collaborate with the event team to ensure successful event execution. • Gather feedback from participants to improve future events and fitness programs
Qualifications/special skills
High School Certificate is required. Certificate in Zumba / Aqua Zumba, Salsa, Rhumba, Yoga, Spin, Taekwondo, Pilates, Aerobics, Cross-fit, Acapella, Barre, Aqua Aerobics is required. A minimum of 2 years' experience from a reputable organization/setting is required in teaching Zumba / Aqua Zumba, Salsa, Rhumba, Yoga, Spin, Taekwondo, Pilates, Aerobics, Cross-fit, Acapella, Barre, Aqua Aerobics. Qualifications and knowledge of fitness and products and equipment is required.
Languages
Fluency in oral and written English is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience leading fitness classes? | This question assesses your direct experience and competence in fitness instruction. | Highlight specific classes you've taught and the outcomes for your participants. |
| How do you promote fitness classes to increase membership? | The interviewer wants to understand your marketing and engagement strategies. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time you received feedback from a client. How did you respond? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to prepare for a class? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on fitness trends and best practices? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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