• Reference Number : REFS/056601
• Directorate : Sport and Recreation
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R487 197.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mr. Bongani Mkhwebane: 011 355 2539 / 079 869 7312 North Corridor applications to be emailed to SACRNorthCorridor@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• The successful candidate should have a Grade 12 Certificate plus a National Diploma/ Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Sport and Recreation / Sports Science / Sport Administration / Sport Management / Health Sciences in Sport / Exercise Sciences or relevant qualification. A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in supervisory level and relevant experience in sports and recreation environment. Valid driver’s license. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE Listening and negotiation. Financial and administrative skills. Problem solving and analysis. Strategic Management. Discipline. Teamwork. Departmental policies and procedures. Listening and negotiation. Department Priorities. Reporting procedures. Information system. PFMA, Treasury Regulation, PSA, PSR, etc. Experience in managing projects with multiple stakeholders and excellent report writing.

Duties :

• Offer diverse, accessible programs like group exercise, sports, and mindfulness sessions, catering to various ages and skill levels, and promoting a healthy lifestyle through community engagement, partnerships, and continuous promotion to address mental and physical health needs. Provide a wide range of activities, such as yoga, cycling tours, dance workshops, walk-a-thons, running events, and sports games, to appeal to different interests and preferences. Ensure activities are accessible to diverse age groups, families, and individuals of all skill levels to maximize participation. Collaborate with parks, fitness centres, and community organizations to provide public exercise classes and events. Offer programs at various times throughout the year to accommodate busy schedules and maintain consistent engagement Facilitate talent identification, and empower communities to engage in sports events, festivals, and campaigns aimed at reducing lifestyle-related diseases and improving physical well-being. Creating accessible programs, developing suitable infrastructure, fostering partnerships, and implementing robust monitoring and evaluation systems. Promoting community involvement and local event organization, supporting both mass participation and elite athlete development, encouraging corporate investment, and leveraging sport for social development and environmental sustainability. Manage and implement Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) by leveraging existing community strengths and assets. Develop recreational tourism activities focused on natural resources. Protected areas, and foster community-led initiatives that provide skills training and entrepreneurial opportunities. Manage participatory planning and integrating local culture to ensure long-term economic benefits without undermining the environment or local assets. Identifying relevant stakeholders, such as government departments, community groups, and sports federations. Establishing clear goals. Engaging stakeholders through communication and leveraging their resources and expertise. Creating strategic plans aligned with national policies, securing funding through partnerships and corporate investment, developing and maintaining facilities, designing inclusive programmes and promoting safety and active participation to foster a socially cohesive nation Review and understand the Departmental vision and mission. In conjunction with stakeholder: Determine strategic goals, objectives (HR strategic plan). Conduct SWOT analysis. Develop strategic measures, performance targets and appropriate timeframes. Determine operational goals and objectives. Develop operational measures, performance targets and appropriate timeframes. Develop business propositions and plans, as well as service level agreements. Develop communication and implementation plan. Measure performance on continuous basis and develop and implement corrective actions. Identify strategic partners. Manage business relationship through regular performance assessments of services delivered (based on service level agreement) and development of corrective actions where performance gaps exist. Provide strategic direction, approval of transactions/activities and guidance to the unit team responsible for operationalising policy and procedure development, administration, project management, information utilisation, communication.

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 : North Corridor

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.