Youth Sports Programs Lead: Coach Training & Impact

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Youth Sports Program Coordinator for a Polokwane-based non-profit focused on youth development through sports. You will design and manage engaging programs for children and adolescents, coordinate schedules, and ensure safe, inclusive environments.

The role combines off-site planning with on-the-ground coordination in the Limpopo province, requiring strong leadership, recruitment and training of coaches, and effective stakeholder engagement to expand access to sport.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in youth sports program management or related field.
• Strong understanding of child development and working with youth.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, organize, and execute youth sports programs, leagues, and clinics across ages.
• Recruit, train, and supervise coaches, ensuring safety and positive youth development.
• Manage registrations, communications, and practice/game scheduling.
• Build relationships with parents, schools, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Ensure safe, inclusive environments and adherence to policies and safety guidelines.
• Assist in budgeting, expenditures, and fundraising related to youth sports.

Skills

Youth program management

Leadership

Communication

Recruitment & training

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Registration software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Youth Sports Program Coordinator for a Polokwane-based non-profit focused on youth development through sports. You will design and manage engaging programs for children and adolescents, coordinate schedules, and ensure safe, inclusive environments.

The role combines off-site planning with on-the-ground coordination in the Limpopo province, requiring strong leadership, recruitment and training of coaches, and effective stakeholder engagement to expand access to sport.