Founded in 1953 on a farm in the Randburg district, the College today is encircled by the northern suburbs of Johannesburg. Established as a boys’ school, the College took the bold step to build a girls’ school on the campus in 1995, creating the possibility of a unique synergy model.
St Stithians is a Methodist School and a circuit of the Central Distr...
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St Stithians Boys' College is a leading South African boys' school, which constantly strives for excellence in providing a relevant and rigorous education, and for best practice in the education of boys. As a Methodist school, we have a conscious focus on the “Saints Honour”, namely to 'Honour God, Honour others and Honour self".
Requirements
The Boys’ College invites applications for the abovementioned position which will be available from January 2024.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified, self-driven, dynamic and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.
The requirements for this position are:
A relevant qualification and proven experience in leading a sports programme within a large and busy institution
Minimum of 5 years of working experience within a similar position including managing a Sports System with both Recreational and High-Performance emphases
An understanding of the importance of sport in a boys’ school
Exceptional planning and organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail
Ability to problem-solve, work collaboratively and proven examples of innovation and confidence in managing change
Knowledge of long-term athletic development and of modern trends in sports coaching and different sporting codes
The ability to co-ordinate and coach a variety of sports
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to foster and sustain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
Resilient and ability to use initiative, prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure
Experience as a tactful negotiator able to adjudicate in a dispute
Strong and proven relationships with schools, universities, national and provincial federations
Experience in the recruitment of high-quality student-athletes, coaches and staff with proven examples of such
An understanding of budget management and financial planning
A commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
A strong appreciation of the importance of the College’s values and culture, and a willingness to work within the Methodist ethos of the College
St Stithians College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child-protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and against the sexual offenders and child protection register
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