Recreation Program Manager: Lead Community Leisure

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dynamic Recreation Program Supervisor in Port Elizabeth to manage diverse community recreation programs, lead a team of coordinators and volunteers, and ensure high-quality delivery. The role emphasizes promoting healthy lifestyles, organizing sports leagues, and coordinating events for community engagement.

The ideal candidate will have experience in recreation program supervision, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills, with a degree in Recreation Management

Qualifications

• Experience supervising recreation programs or similar.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams effectively.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for community engagement.
• Degree or certification in Recreation Management, Sports Management, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise development, implementation and evaluation of community recreation programs.
• Manage staff and volunteers; provide training and feedback.
• Develop program schedules, budgets and promotional materials.
• Ensure safety and quality of activities per regulations and best practices.
• Engage with community to identify needs and preferences for new offerings.
• Oversee program registration, facility booking and equipment management.

Skills

Team leadership

Organizational planning

Communication

Education

Recreation Management degree

Job description

Placements24 seeks a dynamic Recreation Program Supervisor in Port Elizabeth to manage diverse community recreation programs, lead a team of coordinators and volunteers, and ensure high-quality delivery. The role emphasizes promoting healthy lifestyles, organizing sports leagues, and coordinating events for community engagement.

The ideal candidate will have experience in recreation program supervision, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills, with a degree in Recreation Management