SPORT DEVELOPMENT OFFICER – ATHLETICS – Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC)

BOTSWANA NATIONAL SPORT COMMISSION

SPORT DEVELOPMENT OFFICER – ATHLETICS

The Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC), a statutory body established to promote sport in Botswana and participation of sport outside Botswana invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the position of Sport Development Officer (SDO) for the Botswana Athletics Association (BAA).

Reporting directly to the General Manager of the BAA the incumbent will be responsible for promoting and enhancing sport development initiatives for the BAA, as well as facilitating capacity building in the area of coaching, refereeing/umpiring, adjudication, Long Term Athlete Development Programme and Elite competitions.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

1. Long Term Athlete Development Programme as well as monitoring and implementing special projects for the BAA.
2. Provides clear guidance on coaching plans and for talent scouting and development.
3. Provides guidance on schools’ sport and institutions on general sport development matters.
4. Maintenance of database of Sport Clubs, Special Projects, Athletes, Sport Administrators and Technical Officials.
5. Enhancement of the performance of the BAA.
6. Timely preparation of detailed technical reports especially on special Projects and Programmes. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
7. Bachelor’s Degree in Sport Development/ Physical Education, or related field or equivalent. Qualifications/ Licenses such as Coaching and Umpiring are an added advantage.
8. Minimum five (5) years’ experience in sporting environment and technical knowledge of Athletics.

SKILL AND ATTRIBUTES

1. Self-driven.
2. Critical thinking & innovation
3. Communication and Analytical
4. Assertiveness & decisiveness.
5. Leadership skills
6. Computer literacy.
7. Be able to work flexible hours, over weekends and on public holidays.
8. Relationship management.
9. Passion for sport.

BENEFITS AND REMUNERATION

The Botswana National Sport Commission offers a competitive salary and range of benefits commensurate with an organization of its size.