Youth Sports Development Coordinator (Remote)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Youth Sports Development Coordinator to join a fully remote team. This part-time role focuses on designing and delivering engaging sports programs for young people, fostering skills, teamwork, and a lifelong love for activity.

You will create virtual resources, lead online coaching modules, and collaborate with schools and community groups to provide accessible sports opportunities while ensuring a safe, inclusive online environment and flexible work-life

Qualifications

• Experience in youth sports coaching, program management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in creating and managing online content and virtual platforms.
• Ability to work independently in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate youth sports programs with emphasis on fun, skill-building, and character development.
• Create engaging online content including training videos and activity guides.
• Coordinate with partner organizations, schools, and community centers to facilitate program delivery.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer coaches and mentors.
• Monitor engagement and program outcomes with feedback for improvement.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment online and in-person sessions.

Skills

Youth sports coaching

Program management

Content creation

Remote work

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Youth Sports Development Coordinator to join their fully remote team. This position focuses on designing and implementing engaging sports programs for young people, fostering skill development, teamwork, and a lifelong love for physical activity. You will create virtual resources, online coaching modules, and connect with local community groups and schools to deliver accessible sports opportunities. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, experienced in sports coaching or program management, and skilled in creating and delivering engaging content in a remote setting, making a positive impact on the lives of children and teenagers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate youth sports programs with an emphasis on fun, skill-building, and character development.
• Create and curate engaging online content, including training videos, activity guides, and virtual coaching sessions.
• Coordinate with partner organizations, schools, and community centers to facilitate program delivery.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer coaches and mentors.
• Monitor participant engagement and program outcomes, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all young participants, both online and in any facilitated in-person sessions.

Requirements

• Experience in youth sports coaching , program management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and age-appropriate sports activities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in creating and managing online content and virtual platforms.
• Passion for empowering youth through sports and physical activity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible part-time hours.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to positively impact youth development through sports.
• Access to resources and training for program enhancement.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing for a great work-life balance.