Remote Youth Sports Program Director

Placements24; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Benefits package

Professional development allowance

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Youth Sports Program Director to design and execute innovative sports curricula for young athletes nationwide. This fully remote role focuses on curriculum design, coach training, and strategic program growth across multiple disciplines.

You will recruit and mentor coaches, build partnerships with schools and community groups, and manage budgets and operations while safeguarding participant well-being.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in youth sports coaching or program management.
• Strong knowledge of child development and coaching methods.
• Ability to lead remote teams and volunteers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee youth sports curricula focused on skill development.
• Recruit, train, and mentor coaches to meet program standards.
• Develop partnerships with schools and community organizations.
• Manage program budgets and logistics.
• Ensure safety and risk management for participants.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and drive improvement.

Skills

Youth sports coaching

Program management

Remote team leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Sports Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and inspiring Remote Youth Sports Program Director to lead the development and execution of innovative sports programs for young athletes. This position is entirely remote, focusing on curriculum design, coach training, and strategic program growth across multiple disciplines. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of youth sports, ensuring safe, engaging, and skill-building experiences for participants nationwide. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of child development through sports, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to manage complex projects and diverse teams virtually.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive youth sports curricula focused on skill development, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyles.
• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of coaches, ensuring adherence to program standards and best practices.
• Develop strategic partnerships with schools, community organizations, and sports leagues to expand program reach.
• Manage program budgets, resources, and operational logistics for all initiatives.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, implementing robust risk management strategies.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and gather feedback to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Requirements

• Significant experience in youth sports coaching, program management, or sports administration.
• Deep knowledge of child development principles and effective coaching methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams and volunteers effectively.
• Strong strategic planning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Education, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment offering maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to make a profound impact on youth development through sports.
• Generous professional development allowance.
• Collaborative and mission-driven organizational culture.