About the Role
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is seeking an Assistant Director: Event Management and Sport Liaison to join their National Head Office. This pivotal role is based in Pretoria, where you will be at the heart of promoting sport and recreation initiatives that greatly enhance community health and wellness across South Africa. Your expertise will contribute significantly to the planning and execution of various sporting and recreational events, ensuring that they not only succeed but also foster a sense of community and national pride.
In this role, you will help coordinate and manage a variety of programs and events, from local workshops to international conferences. Your efforts will directly impact the lives of many individuals, making sport and recreation accessible while promoting a culture of wellness. By developing and implementing policies and marketing initiatives, you will play a crucial part in advancing the mission of the department, ultimately benefiting the broader public service.
About the Department
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is dedicated to promoting social cohesion, health, and well-being through cultural and sporting activities. With a mission to enhance the quality of life for South Africans, the department supports initiatives that foster community engagement and national pride. Working here means being part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of sport and recreation in the country, making a real difference in people’s lives.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate and manage sport, recreation, and special events at both national and international levels.
- Plan, organise, and oversee wellness programs, workshops, and conferences.
- Develop and ensure compliance with policies and governance frameworks related to sport and recreation.
- Facilitate the development, review, and implementation of operational frameworks and guidelines.
- Promote employee health and wellness programs through effective marketing and communication strategies.
- Manage performance information, human resources, finances, and assets related to events and programs.
What You’ll Need
- A recognised National Diploma or Degree in Sports Management or a related field.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar environment.
- Proficiency in computer applications relevant to the role.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Strong skills in strategic planning, policy formulation, project management, and problem-solving.
- Excellent time management and coordination abilities.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email to [email protected].
Requirements
Recognised National Diploma/Degree in Sports management or relevant qualification.3-5 years’ experience in the related environment.
Computer literate.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Strategic planning and thinking.
Policy formulation.
Planning and organising, decision making, analytical thinking, project management, problem identification and solving.
Co-ordination, time management and policy implementation.
Job Duties
Coordinate and Manage sport, recreation and special events.Plan, organise and coordinate sport, recreation, wellness programmes, workshops, conferences, meetings and special projects at national and international levels.
Develop and ensure compliance with policies and governance frameworks.
Facilitate the development, review and implementation of policies, procedures, guidelines and operational frameworks relating to sport, recreation and employee wellness programmes.
Promote sport, recreation and employee health and wellness programmes.
Develop and implement marketing, communication and awareness initiatives to promote sport, recreation, employee health and wellness programmes.
Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets.
