Work-Force
Sports Co-Ordinator position available. Job Purpose: To oversee and manage the sports programme and events, including coaching, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring effective management of sports resources and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sports Programme Management:
- Control and manage the overall sports programme, ensuring alignment with educational objectives and student needs.
- Coordinate and oversee sports events, including official league matches, interhouse, and internal events.
- Organize and schedule sporting events, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to timelines.
- Coaching and Training:
- Provide coaching in various sporting disciplines, delivering high-quality training and development.
- Assist in the recruitment, management, and training of sports coaches.
- Stakeholder Liaison:
- Liaise effectively with parents, students, and visitors to the campus, addressing any concerns and providing updates on sports activities.
- Ensure clear communication channels between all parties involved in the sports programme.
- Sports Equipment and Budgeting:
- Manage sports equipment, including budgeting, procurement, and maintenance.
- Ensure that all equipment is in good condition and available for use.
- Administrative Duties:
- Perform administrative tasks related to sports events and programmes, including record-keeping and reporting.
- Utilize computer literacy for various administrative functions.
- Physical Education Instruction:
- Teach Physical Education to students in Grades 1 to 7, incorporating sports and fitness into the curriculum.
Competencies/Skills/Requirements:
- Interpersonal Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Motivation and Initiative:
- Energetic, self-motivated, and able to use initiative effectively.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Technical Skills:
- Computer literacy for managing administrative tasks and documentation.
- Skilled in coaching, refereeing, and umpiring various sports.
- Health and Safety:
- First Aid Training required to ensure the safety and well-being of students during sports activities.
- Willingness to accompany teams to sporting fixtures and support their participation.
Qualifications:
- Educational Requirements:
- Minimum requirement is a recognized Degree and/or Diploma in Sports Management or a Teaching Qualification with Physical Education as a subject.
- SACE registration would be advantageous.
Experience:
- Relevant Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position or environment.
- Proven ability to coach sports and organize sporting events effectively.