DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ACADEMY OF SPORT

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture

Reference number: DSAC 2026/06
Salary: R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Pension Fund, a medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules).
Centre: Head Office (Polokwane)
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 10 August 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

Diploma A three-year National Diploma (NQF level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Management or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum 5 years of experience in Sport environment, of which 3 years must be at an Assistant Director level (Junior Management). A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities). Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge: Knowledge of Public Service administration Procedures and Policies, knowledge of Batho Pele Principles, analytical thinking, conflict resolution, interpersonal relations, problem solving, planning & organising, change / Diversity management. Skills: Research skills, computer literacy, good Communication skills, client orientated skills, report writing skills; Facilitation skills, co-ordination skills, liaison skills, typing skills and networking.

Duties

Sport Science and medicine support: Coordinate sport specific testing using scientific protocols, facilitate physiotherapy services for athletes, facilitate medical services for athletes and facilitate rehabilitation programmes for athletes. Coaching: Train elite coaches, provide qualified elite coaches to selected talented athletes, deploy head coaches during training camps and championships, provide access to information and the latest trends on coaching performance squad and events: Facilitate life skills workshops, liaise with clubs, federations and confederations, develop sport specific tactics and techniques programmes and coordinate exchange programmes. Talent identification: Deploy scouts, facilitate access to conducive facilities, monitor usage of correct selection criteria and capture data of the selected athletes into the academy database. Management of human and financial capital in the division: Manage performance and development of employees within the division, develop, implement and monitor service standards and operational plans, develop, review and ensure compliance to applicable policies and strategies, conduct budget planning and monitor utilisation in accordance with applicable prescripts.

Enquiries

Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 17 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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