Head Of Junior Development

Head; East London; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading sports brand as the Head of Junior Development in East London. You will develop strategies to nurture young talent in Tennis, Squash, Padel, and Pickleball. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to enhance athlete experiences and ensure program success.

Qualifications

• Experience in talent development within racket sports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement talent identification strategies.
• Oversee junior programs in various racket sports.
• Foster a supportive environment for young athletes.

Skills

Talent Development

Sports Management

Education

Degree in Sports Management

Job description

Head of Junior Development - East London

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading sports brand, where you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to identify and nurture young talent in various racket sports.

As a Sports Talent Developer, you will work closely with our sales and marketing teams to ensure seamless integration of promotions and product experience days with brand partners.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying and developing up-and-coming talent as part of our junior program in Tennis, Squash, Padel, and Pickleball.

This involves fostering a dynamic environment where young athletes can grow and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement talent identification strategies.
2. Work collaboratively with sales and marketing teams.
3. Oversee junior programs in various racket sports.
4. Foster a supportive environment for young athletes.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with a background in sports management or a related field, with experience in talent development and a passion for racket sports.