If you are passionate about sport development, youth empowerment, and community participation, the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation (DSACR) has opened applications for School Sport Coordinators (3-year contracts) across multiple corridors in the province.
This opportunity targets young people who want to build careers in sport administration, recreation management, youth development, and community programmes while gaining structured public-sector experience.
A total of 53 positions are available across Gauteng.
Applications close on 24 April 2026 at 16:00.
This is a strong entry pathway into the public sport development ecosystem and may lead to long-term opportunities in provincial government, federations, NGOs, and education-linked sport programmes.
Quick Overview
Organisation: Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation
Position: School Sport Coordinators
Contract Duration: 3 years
Total Posts Available: 53
Salary: R8 663.52 per month
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Advantage Qualification: Sport / Recreation / Administration related qualification
Application Method: Hand delivery (location depends on corridor)
Closing Date: 24 April 2026 at 16:00
Application Form Required: New Z83 Form
Available School Sport Coordinator Positions by Corridor
The department has allocated positions across several regional corridors:
Head Office Corridor
Reference: SSC/2026/01
Posts: 13
Submission Address:
SACR Head Office
5 Hollard Street
Johannesburg
Central Corridor
Reference: SSC/2026/02
Posts: 12
Submission Address:
SACR Head Office
5 Hollard Street
Johannesburg
Contact Person: Ms Cynthia Mabaso
Contact Number: 071 853 3669
East Corridor
Reference: SSC/2026/03
Posts: 8
Submission Address:
Faranani Multi-Purpose Centre
Modjadji Street
Tsakane (Opposite Tsakane Stadium)
Contact Person: Mr Ouwen Caveni
Contact Number: 071 855 8934
North Corridor
Reference: SSC/2026/04
Posts: 10
Submission Address:
111 Swaan Street
Eastlynne
Pretoria
Contact Person: Bongani Mkhwebane
Contact Number: 066 131 9300
West Corridor
Reference: SSC/2026/05
Posts: 4
Submission Address:
Toekomsrus Stadium
Cnr Braam & Rietief Street
Toekomsrus
Contact Person: Mr Nkhumeleni Magadze
Contact Number: 066 131 9370
South Corridor
Reference: SSC/2026/06
Posts: 6
Submission Address:
President Park Sporting Ground
21 Botha Street
Vereeniging
Contact Person: Mr Nkhumeleni Magadze
Contact Number: 066 131 9370
Applicants must submit their application to the corridor that corresponds with their area of residence.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 certificate
- Strong interest in sport development
- Good interpersonal skills
- Planning and organisational ability
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Computer literacy
- Ability to collect and report programme data
The following qualifications will be an added advantage:
- Sport Management
- Recreation Management
- Administration
- Recreation Leadership
- Community Development related qualifications
Applicants with these backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities of School Sport Coordinators
Successful candidates will support sport development initiatives within district and corridor structures.
Core responsibilities include:
- supporting Sport Officials within districts
- coordinating school sport participation programmes
- assisting with cluster and area competitions
- promoting sport participation among learners
- providing administrative support to corridor programmes
- facilitating programme implementation tracking
- collecting participation statistics
- preparing monthly and quarterly reports
- assisting with annual programme reporting
- supporting coordination of regional competitions
- supporting provincial sport event coordination
- assisting with logistics planning
- participating in sport programme committees
This role combines field coordination, administration, reporting, and youth engagement responsibilities.
Who Should Apply for This Opportunity
This opportunity is ideal for young people who:
- are passionate about sport development
- enjoy working with schools and learners
- want experience in government programmes
- are interested in recreation leadership careers
- want exposure to provincial sport structures
- want to build a career in youth programmes
- live within the advertised corridor regions
It is particularly suitable for applicants planning careers in:
- Sport Administration
- Recreation Leadership
- Physical Education Support Roles
- Community Programme Coordination
- Youth Development
- NGO Sport Programmes
Documents Required for Application
Applicants must submit:
- Completed new Z83 form
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate
- Comprehensive CV
Only shortlisted candidates will later be asked to submit:
- certified tertiary qualifications (if applicable)
- SAQA evaluation (for foreign qualifications)
Applications missing required documentation will not be considered.
Important Application Instructions
Applicants must:
- use the latest Z83 form
- quote the correct reference number
- submit to the correct corridor address
- ensure documents are certified
- submit before the closing deadline
Late or incomplete applications will not be processed.
Edupstairs Application Advice
Government opportunities like this are highly competitive but very achievable if your application is prepared correctly.
Before applying:
- update your CV clearly
- ensure your documents are certified
- complete the Z83 form carefully
- include correct reference number
- submit early
Applicants who submit clean, accurate applications usually stand a stronger chance of being shortlisted.
This opportunity is especially valuable because it provides multi-year structured public sector experience, which strengthens future applications for:
- internships
- learnerships
- municipal programmes
- SETA-funded training
- provincial jobs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Is this a permanent job?
No. It is a 3-year contract position.
- Can I apply without a tertiary qualification?
Yes. A Grade 12 certificate is the minimum requirement.
- Do I need sport experience to apply?
No. However, interest in sport development is essential.
- Can I apply if I live outside Gauteng?
Preference is given to applicants residing within the corridor regions.
- How much is the monthly stipend?
R8 663.52 per month.
- Can I apply for multiple corridors?
You should apply to the corridor closest to your area of residence.
- When will shortlisted candidates be contacted?
Within approximately three months after the closing date.
CLOSING DATE: 24 APRIL 2026
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