Athletic Director

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a visionary Athletic Director to lead its extensive sports program. This senior role drives strategic direction, oversees coaching staff, manages budgets, and ensures compliance while fostering excellence, sportsmanship, and academic achievement.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in athletic administration, strong leadership, and a commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes in Gauteng's prestigious environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Sports Management, Education Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years in athletic administration; leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in budget management and staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all inter-school athletic programs and activities.
• Develop, manage, and adhere to annual budgets for athletics, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate all coaching and athletic department staff.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant athletic association rules, regulations, and policies.
• Oversee the maintenance and upgrade of athletic facilities and equipment in Sandton.
• Promote a positive athletic culture that emphasizes character, sportsmanship, and academic success.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Sports Management, Education Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Athletic Director to lead their extensive sports program in Sandton . This senior leadership role is responsible for the overall strategic direction, management, and success of all athletic teams and facilities. You will oversee coaching staff, manage budgets, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and academic achievement. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of athletic administration, and a commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes in the prestigious Gauteng environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all inter-school athletic programs and activities.
• Develop, manage, and adhere to annual budgets for athletics, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate all coaching and athletic department staff.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant athletic association rules, regulations, and policies.
• Oversee the maintenance and upgrade of all athletic facilities and equipment in Sandton.
• Promote a positive athletic culture that emphasizes character, sportsmanship, and academic success.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Sports Management, Education Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Significant experience (5+ years) in athletic administration, preferably at a leadership level.
• Demonstrated success in program development, budget management, and staff supervision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of athletic rules, compliance, and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to foster positive relationships with athletes, coaches, parents, and the wider community in Gauteng.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive executive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Significant opportunities for leadership and impact within a leading institution.
• Access to excellent athletic facilities and resources.
• A stimulating and prestigious work environment in Sandton.