Strategic Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Excellence

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a visionary Athletic Director to lead its extensive sports program. This senior role drives strategic direction, oversees coaching staff, manages budgets, and ensures compliance while fostering excellence, sportsmanship, and academic achievement.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in athletic administration, strong leadership, and a commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes in Gauteng's prestigious environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Sports Management, Education Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years in athletic administration; leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in budget management and staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all inter-school athletic programs and activities.
• Develop, manage, and adhere to annual budgets for athletics, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate all coaching and athletic department staff.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant athletic association rules, regulations, and policies.
• Oversee the maintenance and upgrade of athletic facilities and equipment in Sandton.
• Promote a positive athletic culture that emphasizes character, sportsmanship, and academic success.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Sports Management, Education Administration, or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a visionary Athletic Director to lead its extensive sports program. This senior role drives strategic direction, oversees coaching staff, manages budgets, and ensures compliance while fostering excellence, sportsmanship, and academic achievement.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in athletic administration, strong leadership, and a commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes in Gauteng's prestigious environment.