Assistant Director: Academies
Department
Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation
Location
Head Office
Salary
R487 197 per annum (Level 09), (plus benefits) · Level 09
Closing date
See advert
Reference number
REFS/056591
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number REFS/056591.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date. Late applications are not considered.
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 le
Enquiries
Mr. Nkhumeleni Magadze Tel No: (011) 355 2615 / 066 131 9370
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 34 of 2026.
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