SPORTS ADMINISTRATOR

Herschel Girls School, founded in 1922, situated in Claremont Cape Town, is an inclusive independent Anglican school for girls from Pre−Nursery to Grade 12 which welcomes pupils and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Herschel is committed to transformation and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that gives preference, where appropriate in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan, to candidates from the designated groups. The School reserves the right not to make an appointment. Failure to meet the requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. Please note only short−listed candidates will be contacted.

Herschel Girls Senior School seeks to appoint a

Sports Administrator

to commence duties in July 2025

Herschel Girls School is looking for an innovative and progressive Sports Administrator who seeks the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and excellent sports staff and school.

The successful applicant will be suitably qualified and/or an experienced coach and the following are essential:

• Willingness to manage, coach and oversee various sports codes offered at Herschel
• Strong administration, communication and organisational skills, which include the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, meet deadlines, and record data accurately
• Ability to take initiative, address challenges, analyse sports programme and propose new ideas to improve the sports programme
• Agility to changing situations and the capacity to handle unexpected tasks or challenges
• Be comfortable with using digital tools, software, and platforms related to sports management and communication
• Enthusiasm for sports and a commitment to fostering a positive sports environment for pupils
• Understanding of sports coaching, player development, and the importance of a whole−school sports approach
• Experience in coaching – accredited coaches will have an advantage
• Commitment to practices during the week and matches on weekends
• Availability for National tours and tournaments which may include weekends, public holidays, and school holidays
• To hold at heart the school’s tagline of “learning to make a difference” for oneself and for the pupils in one’s care
• A healthy self−awareness and a well−developed sense of duty of care towards one’s players and one’s colleagues; coupled with being a team player who can collaborate and problem solve
• An understanding and appreciation of girls’ education and the nuances applicable to support the educational premise of nurturing confident, independent, caring, resolute and inspiring young women
• Be fully committed to the School’s transformation, equity and belonging strategic objectives in support of an equitable and safe school and sporting environment for all
• To be supportive of the Christian Anglican ethos of the School

A letter of application (sent as an attachment), accompanied by a comprehensive CV, three contactable references and proof of SACE registration, SACE clearance certificate as well as a Police Clearance certificate, should be submitted in the form at this link: https://forms.gle/ng3TbRhY8DbWJFPc7. Candidates should also send the information to the following email meloff@herschel.org.za by 04 May 2025.

Herschel Girls School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submittingyour application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.