Regional Talent Scout - Football Development

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel allowance

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Talent Scout to identify promising youth football players across Nelspruit and Mpumalanga. The role requires attending matches, evaluating players, and reporting findings to the club's technical department.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive football knowledge, proven scouting experience at youth levels, and excellent observational and reporting skills. Travel across the Mpumalanga region and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of football, including player development and tactical understanding.
• Proven scouting experience identifying talent at youth or amateur levels.
• Strong observational and reporting abilities for detailed assessments.

Responsibilities

• Scout and identify talented youth players across Nelspruit and Mpumalanga.
• Attend matches, training sessions, and tournaments to assess potential.
• Evaluate players on technical, tactical, physical and mental attributes.
• Compile objective scouting reports and recommendations for the academy.
• Build relationships with coaches and local football communities to gather intel.

Skills

Football knowledge

Scouting experience

Observation skills

Reporting skills

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious football club with a strong focus on youth development, is seeking a highly observant and dedicated Regional Talent Scout to identify promising young football players across Nelspruit and the wider Mpumalanga province. This role is fundamental to the club's long‑term success, requiring an individual with a keen eye for talent, a deep understanding of the game's technical and tactical aspects, and the ability to assess potential in young athletes. You will be responsible for attending matches, conducting player evaluations, and reporting on potential recruits to the club's technical department. This position is based in Mpumalanga and involves significant travel within the region. The ideal candidate will have a passion for football and a commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent within the Leisure & Sports landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Scout and identify talented young football players at grassroots, school, and amateur levels within the Nelspruit region and Mpumalanga.
• Attend local matches, training sessions, and tournaments to assess player potential.
• Evaluate players based on technical skills, tactical understanding, physical attributes, and mental aptitude.
• Compile detailed scouting reports, providing objective assessments and recommendations on potential recruits.
• Build and maintain relationships with coaches, scouts, and local football communities to gather intelligence on talent.
• Collaborate closely with the club's Academy Director and technical staff regarding identified prospects.
• Ensure ethical scouting practices and maintain confidentiality of player information.
• Assist in organizing and conducting regional talent identification camps and trials.
• Stay updated on youth football trends and development pathways in South Africa.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of football, including tactical nuances, player development, and positional requirements.
• Proven experience in scouting or identifying talent in football, preferably at youth levels.
• A strong understanding of the physical, technical, and psychological attributes of promising young players.
• Excellent observational skills and the ability to make accurate player assessments.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for detailed reporting.
• Ability to travel extensively within the Mpumalanga region and work flexible hours, including weekends.
• A passion for youth football development and a commitment to the Leisure & Sports sector.
• Networking contacts within the local football structures in Nelspruit are advantageous.
• Basic understanding of sports psychology and player welfare is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Travel allowance and reimbursement for expenses.
• Opportunities to work with a professional football club and contribute to talent development.
• Exposure to high‑level coaching and scouting networks.
• Potential for career progression within the club's technical department.
• A rewarding role focused on discovering and nurturing future football stars in Nelspruit.
• Training and development opportunities related to scouting and player analysis.