Youth Sports Development Coordinator (Remote)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Competitive hourly rate

Remote work flexibility

Resources and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Youth Sports Development Coordinator to join its fully remote team. You will design and deliver engaging programs for youth, create online coaching modules, and collaborate with schools and community groups to expand access to sports.

The role emphasizes child development, teamwork, and delivering safe, inclusive activities online and where needed in person, with flexible part-time hours and an opportunity to positively influence young lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth sports coaching, program management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and age-appropriate activities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in creating and managing online content and virtual platforms.
• Passion for empowering youth through sports and physical activity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate youth sports programs with an emphasis on fun, skill-building, and character development.
• Create and curate engaging online content, including training videos, activity guides, and virtual coaching sessions.
• Coordinate with partner organizations, schools, and community centers to facilitate program delivery.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer coaches and mentors.
• Monitor participant engagement and program outcomes, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all young participants, both online and in any facilitated in-person sessions.

Skills

Youth sports coaching

Program management

Child development

Communication

Online content creation

Remote teamwork

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Youth Sports Development Coordinator to join their fully remote team. This position focuses on designing and implementing engaging sports programs for young people, fostering skill development, teamwork, and a lifelong love for physical activity. You will create virtual resources, online coaching modules, and connect with local community groups and schools to deliver accessible sports opportunities. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, experienced in sports coaching or program management, and skilled in creating and delivering engaging content in a remote setting, making a positive impact on the lives of children and teenagers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate youth sports programs with an emphasis on fun, skill-building, and character development.
• Create and curate engaging online content, including training videos, activity guides, and virtual coaching sessions.
• Coordinate with partner organizations, schools, and community centers to facilitate program delivery.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer coaches and mentors.
• Monitor participant engagement and program outcomes, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all young participants, both online and in any facilitated in-person sessions.

Requirements

• Experience in youth sports coaching, program management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and age-appropriate sports activities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in creating and managing online content and virtual platforms.
• Passion for empowering youth through sports and physical activity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible part-time hours.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to positively impact youth development through sports.
• Access to resources and training for program enhancement.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing for a great work-life balance.