Sports Development Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Regional travel opportunities

Professional growth & networking

Positive social impact through sport

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Sports Development Officer to lead growth and sustainability of sports programs in the Mahikeng region. You will collaborate with schools, clubs, and government bodies to create opportunities, develop talent, and promote active lifestyles.

The ideal candidate has experience in sports development, strong project management and communication skills, and a passion for empowering communities through sport in the North West province.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports development, community engagement, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of sports management principles and program implementation.
• Excellent project management, communication, and networking skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for sports development within the designated region.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, clubs, and government bodies.
• Organize and facilitate sports clinics, workshops, and talent identification programs.
• Manage budgets and secure funding for sports development initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of programs, providing regular reports on progress and outcomes.
• Promote sports participation and healthy lifestyles across the community.

Skills

Experience in sports development

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication & networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Sports Development Officer to drive the growth and sustainability of sports programs within the Mahikeng region. This role focuses on creating opportunities for participation, developing talent, and fostering partnerships to enhance the local sports landscape. You will work closely with schools, community groups, and sports federations to implement development strategies, organize events, and promote active lifestyles. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of sports development principles, excellent project management skills, and a passion for empowering communities through sport in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for sports development within the designated region.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including schools, clubs, and government bodies.
• Organize and facilitate sports clinics, workshops, and talent identification programs.
• Manage budgets and secure funding for sports development initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of programs, providing regular reports on progress and outcomes.
• Promote sports participation and healthy lifestyles across the community.

Requirements

• Experience in sports development, community engagement, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of sports management principles and program implementation.
• Excellent project management, communication, and networking skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Development Studies, or a related discipline is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Contribution to the growth of sports within the Mahikeng community.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking within the sports sector.
• Travel opportunities within the region for program oversight.
• A dynamic role focused on positive social impact through sport.