Senior Sports Development Officer

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonuses & development

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sports Development Officer for its Midrand team to strategize, implement, and oversee community sports programs. The role focuses on fostering participation, talent identification, and partnerships with local authorities, schools, and clubs to drive sustainable sporting initiatives.

You will lead program design, manage budgets, and organize events, with a strong emphasis on outcomes, impact, and healthy community development in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field.
• AT least 5 years of progressive experience in sports development or management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans for community sports development programs.
• Identify and nurture local sporting talent through targeted initiatives and competitions.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff allocated to sports development projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to secure funding and partnerships for sports initiatives.
• Organize and oversee sports events, tournaments, and workshops for diverse age groups.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, reporting on key performance indicators and outcomes.

Skills

Program design

Event management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Monitoring & evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Sports Development Officer to join their team in Midrand . This pivotal role involves strategizing, implementing, and overseeing programs designed to foster sports participation and talent identification across various community levels. You will work closely with local government bodies, schools, and sports clubs to create sustainable sporting initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to make a significant impact on community sports development, promoting health, teamwork, and athletic excellence within the vibrant Gauteng region. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the future of sports engagement and developing a pipeline of athletic talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans for community sports development programs.
• Identify and nurture local sporting talent through targeted initiatives and competitions.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff allocated to sports development projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to secure funding and partnerships for sports initiatives.
• Organize and oversee sports events, tournaments, and workshops for diverse age groups.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, reporting on key performance indicators and outcomes.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in sports development or management.
• Proven track record in program design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong understanding of sports governance, event management, and athlete development principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to shape and lead impactful community sports programs.
• Performance-based bonuses and professional development opportunities.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Contribution to fostering a healthier and more active community in Midrand .