Community Sports Development Officer

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Travel allowance

Health and wellbeing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Community Sports Development Officer to foster participation and development within Paarl. You will design initiatives to engage all ages and abilities, focusing on underserved communities and partnerships with schools, clubs, and organizations.

The role emphasizes community upliftment through accessible physical activity, with responsibilities across program development, funding identification, and impact reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Proven experience in sports development or community program coordination.
• Strong understanding of accessibility for different groups.
• Excellent communication and networking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic community sports development plans and programs.
• Engage with local schools, sports clubs, and community groups to promote participation and collaboration.
• Organize and deliver sports clinics, workshops, and events to increase engagement and skill development.
• Identify funding opportunities and assist in writing grant applications to support sports initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, reporting on outcomes and impact.

Skills

Community engagement

Stakeholder management

Networking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management/Community Development/Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate and proactive Community Sports Development Officer to foster sports participation and development within Paarl . This role involves designing and implementing initiatives that encourage engagement in sports across all age groups and abilities, with a focus on underserved communities. You will work closely with local schools, clubs, and organizations to create accessible opportunities and promote healthy lifestyles through physical activity. The ideal candidate is a dedicated individual with strong community engagement skills and a deep understanding of sports development principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic community sports development plans and programs.
• Engage with local schools, sports clubs, and community groups to promote participation and collaboration.
• Organize and deliver sports clinics, workshops, and events to increase engagement and skill development.
• Identify funding opportunities and assist in writing grant applications to support sports initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, reporting on outcomes and impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Community Development, Education, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sports development or community program coordination.
• Strong understanding of various sports and their accessibility for different groups.
• Excellent communication, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a passion for community upliftment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to make a significant positive impact on the community.
• Travel allowance for local engagements.
• Supportive work environment focused on health and well-being.