Remote Community Sports Development Officer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-friendly

Travel opportunities

Professional development funding

Social impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Remote Community Sports Development Officer to design, implement, and manage programs that increase access to sports for all ages and abilities from a home-based setup.

You will collaborate with local stakeholders, clubs, and leaders to build sustainable initiatives, monitor outcomes, and secure funding for community programs, contributing to public health and social cohesion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Community Development, Public Health, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in program development and management within the sports or community sector.
• Strong understanding of grassroots sports development principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for community sports development, focusing on inclusivity and accessibility.
• Organize and promote sports programs, workshops, and events for diverse community groups.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local government, schools, sports clubs, and community organizations.
• Seek funding opportunities and manage grants to support community sports initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, reporting on outcomes and impact.
• Champion the benefits of sport and physical activity for health and social development.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Remote work management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management

Job description

Our client is seeking a passionate and dedicated Remote Community Sports Development Officer to foster sports participation and well-being across various communities, working entirely from home. In this vital role, you will design, implement, and manage programs aimed at increasing access to sports for all age groups and abilities, particularly in underserved areas. You will collaborate with local stakeholders, sports clubs, and community leaders to build sustainable sports initiatives. This is a unique opportunity for a proactive individual with a background in sports management and community engagement to make a profound, positive impact on public health and social cohesion from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for community sports development, focusing on inclusivity and accessibility.
• Organize and promote sports programs, workshops, and events for diverse community groups.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local government, schools, sports clubs, and community organizations.
• Seek funding opportunities and manage grants to support community sports initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, reporting on outcomes and impact.
• Champion the benefits of sport and physical activity for health and social development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Community Development, Public Health, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in program development and management within the sports or community sector.
• Strong understanding of grassroots sports development principles and practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects remotely.
• Passion for promoting sport and physical activity for social good.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary, commensurate with experience and remote work.
• Flexible work arrangements and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Opportunities for travel to communities for program oversight.
• Professional development funding for relevant training and conferences.
• A meaningful role contributing to community health and social impact.