Remote Athletic Director — Strategy & Leadership

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote Athletic Director to lead and shape sports programs from a home office. The role oversees strategic planning, development, and oversight of athletic initiatives with a focus on student-athlete welfare and sportsmanship, in a remote-first framework.

Candidates should have senior-level experience in athletic administration, strong budgeting and leadership abilities, and a track record of developing successful sports programs while

Qualifications

• Experience in athletic administration at director or senior management level.
• Demonstrated success in developing and managing sports programs.
• Expertise in budget management, strategic planning, and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of athletic compliance and eligibility rules.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, especially for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for all athletic programs, setting goals and objectives for athletic achievement and participation.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and professional development of coaches and athletic staff.
• Manage the athletic department budget, including fundraising, resource allocation, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant athletic governing body rules, regulations, and policies.
• Promote a culture of integrity, sportsmanship, and student-athlete well-being across all teams.
• Foster strong relationships with parents, alumni, and the wider community to support and enhance athletic initiatives.

Skills

Athletic administration

Budget management

Strategic leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced and visionary Remote Athletic Director to lead and shape sports programs from a home office. The role oversees strategic planning, development, and oversight of athletic initiatives with a focus on student-athlete welfare and sportsmanship, in a remote-first framework.

Candidates should have senior-level experience in athletic administration, strong budgeting and leadership abilities, and a track record of developing successful sports programs while