Sports Development Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Impactful community work

Professional development

Supportive team

Direct athlete engagement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Sports Development Officer in Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape) to foster community sports growth and talent identification. You will design and implement programs with schools, clubs, and groups, promoting healthy lifestyles and youth development.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to empowering communities through sport in South Africa. Join a supportive team dedicated to grassroot sports development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Community Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sports development, community programming, or youth engagement.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience in organizing events and managing volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage community sports programs to increase participation.
• Identify and nurture local sporting talent and pathways to higher levels.
• Organize sports clinics, workshops, and coaching sessions for participants and coaches.
• Build relationships with local schools, clubs, federations, and stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate programs, collecting data and reporting outcomes.
• Promote the benefits of sports participation in health, social, and educational aspects.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Volunteer management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports-related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate and dedicated Sports Development Officer to foster the growth of sports participation and talent identification within the Eastern Cape region, based in Port Elizabeth . This role involves designing and implementing community-based sports programs aimed at increasing participation, promoting healthy lifestyles, and nurturing young athletes. You will work closely with local schools, community groups, and sports clubs to deliver impactful initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a genuine commitment to community sport development in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage community sports programs and initiatives aimed at increasing participation across various age groups and demographics.
• Identify and nurture local sporting talent, providing pathways for athletes to progress to higher levels of competition.
• Organize and facilitate sports clinics, workshops, and coaching sessions for participants and community coaches.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools, community organizations, sports federations, and stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of sports development programs, collecting data and reporting on outcomes.
• Promote the benefits of sports participation, including health, social, and educational advantages, within the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Community Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sports development , community programming, or youth engagement.
• Strong understanding of various sports and their developmental pathways.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience in organizing events and managing volunteers.
• A passion for community sport and a commitment to empowering individuals through sport.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a significant positive impact on community sport in the Eastern Cape .
• Professional development opportunities in sports management and coaching.
• Work within a supportive team dedicated to grassroots sport.
• Direct engagement with athletes and communities across Port Elizabeth .