Recreation Program Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Community well-being focus

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Recreation Program Manager to lead development and delivery of engaging community recreational programs in Richards Bay. You will conceptualize, plan, and deliver activities across ages, manage staff, budgets, and safety policies while boosting participation.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in program development and leadership within leisure/sports, with certifications in First Aid and CPR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Management, Sports Science, Community Development, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in program planning and management within a recreational or community setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in budget management and staff supervision.
• Certifications in First Aid and CPR are required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement a schedule of recreational programs and activities for the community.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise program facilitators, volunteers, and support staff.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to promote program participation.
• Ensure programs comply with safety regulations and organizational policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Management

Bachelor's degree in Sports Science

Bachelor's degree in Community Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Recreation Program Manager to lead the development and delivery of engaging recreational programs at their facilities in Richards Bay . This position involves conceptualizing, planning, and implementing a diverse range of activities catering to various age groups and interests. You will manage program staff, oversee budgets, ensure safety protocols, and strive to enhance community participation and satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a highly organized and community-focused individual with a strong background in program development and leadership within the leisure and sports sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement a comprehensive schedule of recreational programs and activities for the community.


• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise program facilitators, volunteers, and support staff.


• Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and cost-effectiveness.


• Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to promote program participation.


• Ensure all programs operate in compliance with safety regulations and organizational policies, maintaining a high standard of participant experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Management, Sports Science, Community Development, or a related field.


• Demonstrated experience in program planning and management within a recreational or community setting.


• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Experience in budget management and staff supervision.


• Certifications in First Aid and CPR are required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.


• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.


• Generous paid time off.


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.


• A rewarding role focused on enhancing community well-being through recreation.