Youth Sports Development Lead - Hybrid, Travel Allowances

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid contributions

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Sports Development Officer in Port Elizabeth to design, implement, and manage grassroots programs for youth development, health promotion, and social inclusion in the Eastern Cape.

You will work with schools, community centers, and clubs, leading clinics and events, managing budgets, and recruiting volunteers while upholding safety standards and safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Community Development, Education, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sports development, community outreach, or youth work.
• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging sports programs.
• Strong understanding of grassroots sports development principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and coordinate community-based sports programs for diverse age groups, focusing on youth.
• Identify community needs and opportunities to introduce new sports initiatives or enhance existing ones.
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, schools, local government, and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Sports Management

Community Development

Education

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Community Sports Development Officer in Port Elizabeth to design, implement, and manage grassroots programs for youth development, health promotion, and social inclusion in the Eastern Cape.

You will work with schools, community centers, and clubs, leading clinics and events, managing budgets, and recruiting volunteers while upholding safety standards and safeguarding policies.