DEPARTMENT: TUKSSPORT
POST TITLE: CLUB MANAGER X2
PEROMNES POST LEVEL: 7


In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.


The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.


RESPONSIBILITIES:


The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Overall strategic and operational management of the sport-specific allocated clubs concerning corporate governance, financial management, business management, and other operational and administrative responsibilities such as human resources, marketing, and project management;
• Operate and manage the sport-specific allocated clubs to optimise the use of the facilities and prioritise the participation of students in internal leagues, competitions and events along with the overall welfare of the club’s student-athletes and to ensure the sustainability of Tuks Sport as a whole;
• Facilitates and ensures that the sport-specific allocated club's high-performance programme is always positioned to guarantee optimal support to elite athletes and their coaches;
• Overall management of participation in leagues, varsity cup/sport and University Sport South Africa (USSA) programmes, including key stakeholder relations management;
• Financial sustainability of the clubs through seeking 3rd stream revenue to support all aspects of the clubs/programmes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Management, Physical Education, Human Movement Science, Sport Science or a related field.
• At least four years of experience in the following areas:
  • Planning and organising of tournaments, leagues, projects and events.
  • Managing and liaising with stakeholders.
  • Preparing and drafting reports, newsletters and other written information including Power Point.
  • Researching and drafting fundraising and sponsorship reports.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Proficient knowledge of Marketing, Public Relations and Media Communications.
• Ability to maintain good relations with student-athletes, club members and the sports community.
• Ability to enhance and promote good corporate governance in the club.
• Computer literacy in MS Office packages, G-mail.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Postgraduate Certificate/ Diploma in Financial Administration or Project Management or Office Administration
• Four years of experience in the following areas:
  • Organisational management
  • Financial administration
  • Club/sport management in a sports club or sport federation

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.


Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za


In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 11 November 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.


ENQUIRIES: Kgomotso Lekgari, Tel: (012) 420 2640 for application-related enquiries, and Joshua Chitsika, Tel: (012) 420 6150 for enquiries relating to the post content.


Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.


The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.


In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.


All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.


By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.


The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.