Athletic Director

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary

State-of-the-art athletic facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Athletic Director for a prestigious Randburg educational institution. The role leads all interscholastic sports programs, shaping coaching, facilities, and budget administration to foster excellence and student achievement.

The successful candidate will guide staff development, ensure compliance, and promote academic success and sportsmanship across the student-athlete community in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sports Management, Education Administration, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in athletic administration or coaching leadership.
• Proven success in program development, staff management, and budget oversight.
• Thorough knowledge of interscholastic athletic regulations and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for all athletic programs, aligned with the institution’s mission and values.
• Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate coaching staff, providing professional development opportunities.
• Oversee management and maintenance of athletic facilities and equipment for safe, optimal conditions.
• Develop and manage the annual athletic department budget with fiscal responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with all athletic association rules, regulations, and institutional policies.
• Promote student-athlete well-being, academic success, and sportsmanship.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Coaching leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Inclusive environment

Education

Master’s degree in Sports Management or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious educational institution in Randburg , is seeking an experienced and visionary Athletic Director to lead its comprehensive sports programs. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of interscholastic athletics, including coaching staff, student-athlete development, facility management, and budget administration. You will play a crucial role in fostering a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and academic success for student-athletes in Gauteng . The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of athletic administration, and a commitment to the holistic development of young athletes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for all athletic programs, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and values.
• Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate coaching staff, providing professional development opportunities.
• Oversee the management and maintenance of athletic facilities and equipment to ensure safe and optimal conditions.
• Develop and manage the annual athletic department budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and efficient resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant athletic association rules, regulations, and institutional policies.
• Promote student-athlete well-being, academic success, and the principles of fair play and sportsmanship.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Sports Management, Education Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in athletic administration or coaching leadership.
• Demonstrated success in program development, staff management, and budget oversight.
• Thorough knowledge of interscholastic athletic regulations and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all student-athletes.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for significant professional impact and leadership development.
• Access to state-of-the-art athletic facilities.
• Supportive institutional environment dedicated to student success.
• A prominent role within the educational and sporting landscape of Randburg .