Rustenburg Sports Development Lead - Travel & Growth

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Impactful role

Travel allowance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a dedicated Sports Development Officer to drive growth in community programs and youth participation. You will identify talent, create grassroots initiatives, and build sustainable sporting pathways across schools and clubs.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong networking and a passion for community development through sport, with a proven track record in sports management or coaching. Travel for site visits is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports management, coaching, or a related field.
• A strong understanding of sports development principles and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and networking skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• A passion for sports and community development in Rustenburg.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to increase sports participation rates across the community.
• Organize and manage sports clinics, tournaments, and talent identification programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, sports clubs, and local government bodies.
• Seek funding opportunities and manage budgets for sports development projects.
• Promote ethical conduct, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyles through sports participation.

Skills

Sports management

Coaching

Leadership

Networking

Project management

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a dedicated Sports Development Officer to drive growth in community programs and youth participation. You will identify talent, create grassroots initiatives, and build sustainable sporting pathways across schools and clubs.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong networking and a passion for community development through sport, with a proven track record in sports management or coaching. Travel for site visits is expected.