Director of Elite Athletic Performance

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 2,000,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan with company match

Professional development opportunities

Access to training facilities and gear

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a visionary Head of Athletic Performance to lead elite athlete development. You will design, implement, and oversee cutting-edge training, injury prevention, and performance protocols in collaboration with coaches, medical staff, and sports scientists.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Exercise Science or related field, 10+ years’ progressive experience, and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Exercise Science, Sports Physiology, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in athletic performance with at least 5 years in leadership overseeing a team.
• Proven success in high-performance programs for elite athletes.
• Extensive knowledge of biomechanics, physiology, exercise prescription, and injury management.
• Certification from CSCS, SCCC, ASCA, or recognized body.
• Experience with athlete monitoring systems and performance analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive athletic performance programs for all athletes.
• Lead and mentor a team of strength and conditioning coaches, sports scientists, and performance staff.
• Oversee athlete testing, monitoring, and data analysis to inform training adjustments.
• Design and implement evidence-based strength, conditioning, speed, agility, and endurance protocols.
• Develop injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies with medical staff.
• Manage department budget and resource allocation.
• Stay updated with advances in sports science and athletic performance.
• Collaborate with head coaches to align performance programs with team strategies.
• Educate athletes and coaches on nutrition, recovery, and mental conditioning.
• Maintain detailed records of progress, training loads, and injuries.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sports physiology

Education

Master's or PhD in Exercise Science / Sports Physiology / Kinesiology

Tools

Athlete monitoring systems

Performance analysis software

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a visionary Head of Athletic Performance to lead elite athlete development. You will design, implement, and oversee cutting-edge training, injury prevention, and performance protocols in collaboration with coaches, medical staff, and sports scientists.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Exercise Science or related field, 10+ years’ progressive experience, and leadership experience.