• Reference Number : REFS/056591
• Directorate : Sport Development
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R487 197.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mr. Nkhumeleni Magadze: 011 355 2615 / 066 131 9370. Applications must be online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za or emailed to: SACRWestCorridor@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• The successful candidate must have Grade 12 Certificate plus a 3 – year tertiary qualification (NQF level 6/ 7) in Sports Science or related qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in high-performance environment. Valid driver’s license. No criminal records. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: Financial and administrative skills. Problem solving and analysis. Listening and negotiation. Tact and diplomacy. Teamwork. Discipline. Programme and Project Management. Ability to chair/manage meetings. Counselling. Communicating information. Departmental policies and procedures. Department Priorities. Gauteng. DSACR Strategy. Reporting procedures. Information system. PFMA, Treasury. Regulation, PSA, PSR, etc. Employment Equity Act,1998. Strategic Management. Financial Management. Event Management.

Duties :

• Facilitate and monitor the development of policies, procedures and system. Implement the policies, strategic as per lifecycles. Monitor and alignment with the national Sport and Recreation Plan (NSRP), the Academy Framework and the Transformation Charter in the implementation of the Academy programme. Facilitate and establish a clear competition pathway for athletes and coaches by fostering partnerships with key stakeholders. Developing, reviewing, and ensuring compliance with sports policies, legislative requirements, and the grant frameworks, along with providing monthly and quarterly performance reports. Facilitate, identifying and managing resources, such as funding, training expertise, and scientific support, to be distributed to provincial and regional academies. Monitor and create opportunities to identify and develop talented athletes from the communities to the elite national level through structured academies. Facilitate the availability of necessary facilities for academy activities. Facilitate and monitor the design and implementation of high-performance programmes that support the development of both provincial and national athletes within the province. Support provincial and national athletes. Identify the support to athletes and assist in creating platforms where athletes can source sponsorships and other sources of support from various entities. Monitor in sourcing training and development programmes, such as bursaries, internships, and incubator programmes for athletes and coaches. Creating and implementing talent identification programs, managing the scouting process, and managing the athlete database to support elite development. Identify skill and performance gaps. Establish clear goals, and create a formal program with resources like training, mentorship, and coaching. Regularly measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and foster a culture that supports career development through initiatives like cross-functional projects and empowering employees, athletes and coaches to create their own development plans. Coordinating team preparation for competitions, managing elite academy fixtures, and managing sporting partnerships with federations, municipal bodies, and other stakeholders. Implement and monitor sports science testing protocols and data analysis throughout the District Academies. Monitor and manage the utilisation of financial and physical resources. Developing and implementing the operational plans and the APP of the sub- directorate. Compile the reports that must be submitted. Render administration activities within the unit.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted on a new Z83 form. “Applicants are advised that until 31 December 2020 the current application for employment (Z83) form will be applicable, however from 01st January 2021, a new application form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed, as per DPSA circular no. 03 of 2025. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. If you have not been contacted within three (03) months after the closing date of this advertisement, accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check. Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these post(s). Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) is required before the appointment can be made for Senior Management posts. Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme suitably qualified, dynamic, passionate, and experienced qualifying persons are invited to apply for the vacant position.

Employer : Department of Sports Arts Culture and Recreation

Location : Head Office

Closing Date : 07-10-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.