Youth Sports Program Director — On-Site Leader in Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Professional development

Access to facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Youth Sports Program Director to lead on-site development of youth sports programs in Soweto, Gauteng. The role oversees coaches, curricula, budgets, and community partnerships to create safe, developmental experiences for young athletes.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in youth sports, proven leadership, and a passion for working with children and adolescents. This full-time role requires weekend/evening availability to deliver programs and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Kinesiology, Education, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years managing youth sports programs or coaching youth athletes.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff management experience.
• Strong understanding of child development and safety in sports.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive youth sports programs across disciplines.
• Recruit, train, and supervise coaches and staff.
• Ensure participant safety by enforcing safety protocols.
• Create age-appropriate training curricula and coaching methodologies.
• Manage program budgets and resources.
• Engage with parents, schools, and community organizations.
• Organize youth events, leagues, and tournaments.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and drive improvements.
• Promote sportsmanship and character development.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Budgeting

Curriculum development

Safety protocols

Communication

First Aid/ CPR

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Youth Sports Program Director to lead on-site development of youth sports programs in Soweto, Gauteng. The role oversees coaches, curricula, budgets, and community partnerships to create safe, developmental experiences for young athletes.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in youth sports, proven leadership, and a passion for working with children and adolescents. This full-time role requires weekend/evening availability to deliver programs and events.