Manager: Ru Sport

Eastern Cape, Grahamstown

**Manager RU Sport (Grade 16)**

**Division of Student Services and Development**

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

**Main Objectives**:
To lead and drive sport at Rhodes University. Responsible for providing support for the sporting aspirations of students at Rhodes University through the professional management of all essential services required for full participation and promotion of a variety of sports at both competitive and recreational levels.

**The requirements**
A relevant B. Degree/Diploma (3 years of study) (preferably in Sports Science, HKE or equivalent) plus approximately 6 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: - At least 3 years’ experience in sports at club/tertiary level including a high level of interaction with students.
- At least 3 years’ previous supervision/management experience
- Previous experience drafting and managing budgets
- Previous experiencing raising funds and securing sponsorships
- Previous experience playing sport and a demonstrated ongoing interest in sport
- Previous experience working within a computerised administration environment
- A valid drivers’ license

**Application process**

**The following documents are required**:

- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, which should include the following:
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.

A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post/s and suitability relative to the job requirements.
- Short-listing meeting scheduled for TBC
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.

**Remuneration per annum (Grade 16)**:
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R763, 276
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R984, 586

Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.

**Closing Date: 05 January 2024**

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University’s recruitment and selection policies.
- For more information please contact:

- Super Users