Community Sports Program Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Community Sports Program Coordinator to design, implement and manage inclusive sports programs for Soweto, collaborating with schools, NGOs and community leaders. This fully remote role focuses on engaging diverse age groups, promoting physical activity, and building sustainable initiatives.

You will oversee budgets, recruit and manage volunteers, coordinate events, collect impact data, and report outcomes while ensuring safety and accessibility for all participants.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in coordinating community programs, sports development, or event management, preferably with exposure to the Soweto community.
• Strong understanding of sports and recreational activities suitable for diverse age groups.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and logistical skills.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and networking abilities.
• Experience in volunteer management and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in basic budget management and reporting.
• A genuine passion for sports and community empowerment.
• Own reliable internet connection and suitable remote workspace.
• Relevant qualification in Sports Management, Community Development, or a related field is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive community sports program plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify community needs and opportunities for sports development initiatives.
• Organize, promote, and coordinate sports leagues, clinics, workshops, and events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, participants, and volunteers.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and tracking expenditures.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers and program facilitators.
• Monitor program activities, collect data, and prepare regular reports on participation and outcomes.
• Ensure all programs adhere to safety guidelines and best practices.
• Promote program registration and engagement through various communication channels.
• Advocate for the importance of sports and physical activity within the community.

Skills

Project coordination

Volunteer management

Stakeholder engagement

Remote work

Budget management

Event management

Communication skills

Education

Sports Management degree

Community Development degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is embarking on an exciting initiative to bolster sports engagement and healthy living within the Soweto community and is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Community Sports Program Coordinator. This role is fundamentally about designing, implementing, and managing accessible sports programs that cater to a wide range of age groups and interests. The coordinator will work closely with local stakeholders, community leaders, schools, and non-profit organizations to ensure the programs are inclusive, impactful, and sustainable. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to drive positive change in Soweto from anywhere, leveraging your passion for sports and community development. You will be instrumental in fostering a vibrant sports culture and improving overall well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive community sports program plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify community needs and opportunities for sports development initiatives.
• Organize, promote, and coordinate sports leagues, clinics, workshops, and events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, participants, and volunteers.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and tracking expenditures.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers and program facilitators.
• Monitor program activities, collect data, and prepare regular reports on participation and outcomes.
• Ensure all programs adhere to safety guidelines and best practices.
• Promote program registration and engagement through various communication channels.
• Advocate for the importance of sports and physical activity within the community.

Requirements

• Proven experience in coordinating community programs, sports development, or event management, preferably with exposure to the Soweto community.
• Strong understanding of sports and recreational activities suitable for diverse age groups.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and logistical skills.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and networking abilities.
• Experience in volunteer management and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in basic budget management and reporting.
• A genuine passion for sports and community empowerment.
• Relevant qualification in Sports Management, Community Development, or a related field is an advantage.
• Own reliable internet connection and suitable remote workspace.

Benefits

This is a fully remote, full-time position offering a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off. As Community Sports Program Coordinator, you will enjoy the flexibility of remote work while making a profound difference in the lives of individuals and families in Soweto . Our client provides opportunities for professional growth and the chance to be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to enhancing community well-being through sport.