Sports Development Officer

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an energetic Sports Development Officer to promote inclusive sports participation and build grassroots programs across local schools, clubs, and communities. You will design initiatives, coordinate events, and collaborate with partners to create sustainable opportunities.

You will manage relationships with stakeholders, identify talent, support pathways, and advocate healthy lifestyles through outreach and conservation of resources.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports development, community coaching, or related field.
• Strong skills in program planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in event management and coordinating volunteers.
• Passion for sports and commitment to community engagement and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate sports development programs targeting various age groups and abilities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local sports clubs, schools, community leaders, and stakeholders.
• Identify and support emerging sporting talent through coaching initiatives and pathway development.
• Organise and manage sports events, competitions, and festivals within the Western Cape region.
• Secure funding and resources through grant applications and sponsorship proposals.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and the benefits of sports participation through outreach and marketing activities.

Skills

Community engagement

Stakeholder management

Program design

Event coordination

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Sports Development Officer to join their team in Cape Town . This role is dedicated to promoting sports participation across diverse community groups, developing grassroots programs, and fostering talent identification within the region. You will play a crucial part in increasing community engagement with sports and physical activity, working with local schools, clubs, and organisations to create sustainable sports opportunities. This is an ideal position for someone passionate about community development through sport and keen to make a tangible impact in Cape Town .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate sports development programs targeting various age groups and abilities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local sports clubs, schools, community leaders, and stakeholders.
• Identify and support emerging sporting talent through coaching initiatives and pathway development.
• Organise and manage sports events, competitions, and festivals within the Western Cape region.
• Secure funding and resources through grant applications and sponsorship proposals.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and the benefits of sports participation through outreach and marketing activities.

Requirements

• Experience in sports development , community coaching, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of program planning, implementation, and evaluation methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in event management and volunteer coordination.
• A passion for sports and a commitment to community engagement and inclusion.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on impactful community sports initiatives.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Travel allowance for regional activities.
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment in Cape Town .