Professional Sports Scout

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Professional Sports Scout to identify promising talent in Upington and the broader Northern Cape. You will attend games, assess player potential, and build strong relationships with athletes and coaches to support recruitment decisions.

The role emphasizes independent field work, detailed reporting, and strategic input on roster development, shaping the agency's future stars.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying and evaluating athletic talent across sports.
• Strong network within the regional sports community.
• Ability to analyze performance data and compile reports.

Responsibilities

• Attend games and events in Upington, Northern Cape, and surrounding areas to identify prospects.
• Evaluate player performance and develop detailed assessment reports.
• Advise on recruitment strategies and help build the agency's talent roster.

Skills

Sports scouting

Athlete evaluation

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Job description

About the Role

An established professional sports agency is actively seeking a highly perceptive and well-connected Professional Sports Scout to identify and recruit promising talent within the Upington, Northern Cape region and surrounding areas. This role requires a keen eye for athletic potential, a comprehensive understanding of various sports disciplines, and the ability to build strong relationships with athletes, coaches, and sports organizations. The scout will be responsible for attending games, evaluating player performance, compiling detailed reports, and advising on player recruitment strategies. Extensive knowledge of the sports landscape and strong analytical skills are essential. This is a remote, field-based position offering significant autonomy and the opportunity to significantly influence the career trajectories of aspiring athletes in the Northern Cape. You will be instrumental in discovering the next generation of sports stars, contributing vital talent acquisition to the professional Leisure & Sports industry. Your insights will shape the future of the agency's roster.