SENIOR MANAGER:SPORTS

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Leads the Institutional Sports function Financial Planning and Budgeting Organisational Unit Staff Management Institutional Sports Development Create a conducive set-up to enable University athletes to participate at the highest level of University Sport, Provincial, National and International representation MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Post Graduate qualification(NQF Level 8) in Sport Management\/Sport Administration\/ Sport Science. At least five (5) years' experience at senior level within an organised sports environment Exposure to leadership in university or other sports director positions would be advantageous. Experience in managing a complex student sport environment, including having an appreciation for the increasing high performance and semi-professional level of student sport (Five years) Knowledge of the latest legislation and trends in sport and their impact on sport at tertiary level. Sound knowledge of sport at local and national levels. An understanding and appreciation of the role of sport in Higher Education ADDED ADVANTAGES Master's degree in Human Movement Sciences or related fields COMPETENCIES (AS PER THE UNIVERSITY COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK) Business Acumen Change Leadership Critical Thinking Clear communication, negotiation and stakeholder management REMUNERATION: A competitive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered. ENQUIRIES: Queries regarding job content can be directed to Ms Fungai Matumba on and . The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates who meet the criteria are invited to visit the website for a more comprehensive advert. Applications must be made online before the closing date, and the following documents must be attached: A completed University of Fort Hare application form, Detailed Curriculum Vitae, A Cover letter stating how you satisfy the requirements of the advertised position, Names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees, Certified copies of all your academic qualifications and proof of registration with professional bodies, If applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and\/or a portfolio of your creative output. Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered. CLOSING DATE: 11 October 2026 University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.