Remote-First Community Sports Coordinator in Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Bonuses for expansion

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Community Sports Development Coordinator to design and manage grassroots sports programs in Soweto, enabling healthier lifestyles and stronger community ties. You will partner with schools, NGOs, and clubs, recruit volunteers, and lead outreach campaigns across digital platforms.

The role emphasizes community impact, stakeholder collaboration, and a remote-first work setup, offering flexibility while driving local youth development through sport.

Qualifications

• Experience in community development, sports management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of grassroots sports and community-based programs.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and work effectively with diverse community members and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated passion for social development through sport.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage community-based sports development programs and events.
• Identify opportunities to increase sports participation across various age groups and demographics in Soweto.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local schools, community centers, NGOs, and sports clubs.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers and community coaches.
• Promote programs and initiatives through effective communication channels, including digital platforms.
• Monitor and evaluate program impact, reporting on outcomes and identifying areas for improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Volunteer management

Tools

Social media management

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Community Sports Development Coordinator to design and manage grassroots sports programs in Soweto, enabling healthier lifestyles and stronger community ties. You will partner with schools, NGOs, and clubs, recruit volunteers, and lead outreach campaigns across digital platforms.

The role emphasizes community impact, stakeholder collaboration, and a remote-first work setup, offering flexibility while driving local youth development through sport.