Deputy Director: Sport And Recreation

Department

Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation

Location

North Corridor

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package) · Level 11

Closing date

See advert

Reference number

REFS/056610

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number REFS/056610.
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.

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Requirements

The successful candidate should have Grade 12 Certificate plus a National Diploma/ Degree (NQF level 6/7) in Sports and Recreation / Sports Science / Exercise Science / Physical Education / Sports Development/Sports Administration or relevant qualification. A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in supervisory level and relevant experience in middle management (ASD) level and relevant experience in sport and recreation environment. Valid driver’s license. Skills: Communication skills, Presentation skills, Budgeting, Research, Analytical thinking, Interpersonal Skills and Project Management Skills Knowledge: Government policies and programmes, Knowledge of Sport and Recreation, Regulations and procedures in required environment, Finance, and HR Matters.

Duties

Manage the development of policies, business plan, strategies and procedure for sports implementation: Review and understand departmental vision, mission, Develop communication and implementation plan. Manage the promotion of mass participation among the learners, promote healthy lifestyles and inculcate sportsmanship and competitiveness: offer diverse physical activities to ensure inclusivity in the corridor, organise sports events like tournaments and festivals that focus on fun, not just winning and integrate health and nutrition education into programs. Manage the provision of sport 143 development and talent identification in the corridors: Establish partnerships, implement structured identification systems, Offer scientific and medical support. Manage the provision of sport and community recreation programmes in the corridor: Developing strategic plans aligned with national mandate

Enquiries

Ms. Itumeleng Maisane Tel No: (011) 355 2697/ 082 810 6152

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.