Head of Sports

Job Description

Title: Head of Sports

Company Name: STS Group

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 29 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Hospital, Food (Packaged)/Beverage, Real Estate, Group of Companies, School

• At least 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Hospital, Food (Packaged)/Beverage, Real Estate, Group of Companies, School

• Age At least 29 years

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EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS:

• Master's/Bachalor/Diploma degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Sports Management, or a related discipline.

• Additional professional qualifications or certifications in coaching, sports administration, athlete development, or sports management will be preferred.

• International coaching certifications will be considered an advantage.

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KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in sports management, physical education, coaching, or sports administration.

• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role within a school, sports academy, university, or recognised sports organisation.

• Demonstrated experience in organising and managing national and international sports events and competitions.

• Proven experience in talent identification and athlete development.

• Experience managing multidisciplinary sports programmes and coaching teams.

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SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to lead sports teams and coaching staff.

• Strong knowledge of sports development, coaching, athlete development, and sports administration.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple sports programmes and events.

• Strong ability to identify, develop, and nurture sporting talent.

• Proven ability to plan and manage national and international sports competitions and events.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and crisis-management abilities.

• Ability to develop and implement effective sports programmes and strategies.

• Strong understanding of health, safety, safeguarding, and risk management in sports activities.

• Ability to motivate students and coaches and promote a positive and inclusive sports culture.

• Strong networking skills with schools, sports federations, clubs, academies, and other sports organizations.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Reporting to: Chief Academic officer, STS Group

Description: STS Group Bangladesh is the country's leading healthcare and education sector company with a rich legacy of more than 25 years in successfully running renowned brands such as ISD, GLENRICH & UCB, as well as EVERCARE Hospitals.

The Head of Sports will provide strategic leadership and overall management of the School's Sports Department. The role is responsible for developing a vibrant sports culture that promotes maximum student participation, physical fitness, talent identification, and competitive excellence. The Head of Sports will ensure that every student successfully completes the School's Common Minimum Programme (CMP) in sports while creating opportunities for students to compete and excel at national and international levels.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Sports to lead the overall operations, development, and growth of the School’s Sports Department.

The Head of Sports will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and development of the School’s sports programmes. The role will ensure maximum student participation, promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyles, identify and develop sporting talent, and drive competitive excellence. The incumbent will also oversee the successful implementation of the Common Minimum Programme (CMP) in sports and create opportunities for students to participate and excel at national and international levels.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement the School's sports vision, strategy, policies, and annual operational plans.

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate all Sports Department personnel, including coaches, physical education teachers, swimming instructors, and support staff.

• Establish a high-performance sports culture aligned with the School's educational philosophy.

• Prepare and manage the department's annual budget, facilities, equipment, and resource planning.

Student Participation & Sports Development

• Ensure maximum student participation and engagement in sports and physical activities across all grade levels.

• Design and implement programmes that encourage every student to actively participate in sports throughout the academic year.

• Ensure all students successfully complete the School's Common Minimum Programme (CMP) in sports.

• Monitor participation levels and develop initiatives to increase student enrolment in sports programmes and academies.

Sports Curriculum & CMP

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Common Minimum Programme (CMP) covering sports such as:

• o Football

• o Basketball

• o Handball

• o Swimming

• o Skating

• o Athletics

• o Volleyball

• o Badminton

• o Cricket

• o Table Tennis

• o Other sports introduced by the School

• • Ensure consistent standards of coaching and student assessment across all sports.

Competitive Sports & Talent Development

• Identify talented student-athletes and develop structured pathways for advanced training.

• Organise school leagues, inter-house competitions, sports festivals, and talent identification programmes.

• Ensure participation in district, divisional, national, and international tournaments, championships, and sports festivals.

• Develop annual competition calendars for all sports disciplines.

• Ensure the School achieves competitive success through systematic coaching, training, and athlete development.

External Partnerships

• Build strong relationships with national and international sports federations, associations, academies, clubs, and governing bodies.

• Coordinate with sports authorities for student registrations, tournament participation, certifications, and affiliations.

• Invite professional coaches and experts for specialised training programmes.

Event Management

• Plan, organise, and oversee all school sports events, tournaments, championships, and annual sports days.

• Coordinate logistics for national and international competitions, including travel, accommodation, registrations, and compliance requirements.

• Ensure all sporting events meet safety, operational, and quality standards.

Performance Monitoring

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for student participation, CMP completion, coaching quality, and competitive achievements.

• Analyse participation data, competition results, and student performance to drive continuous improvement.

• Submit regular reports to School leadership on departmental performance and future initiatives.

Student Welfare & Safety

• Promote safe sporting practices and ensure compliance with safeguarding, child protection, and health and safety standards.

• Ensure sports facilities, equipment, and training environments meet recognised safety requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Percentage of students participating in organised sports.

• Completion rate of the Common Minimum Programme (CMP).

• Student enrolment in sports programmes.

• Number of school teams participating in district, national, and international competitions.

• Number of medals, championships, and tournament achievements.

• Growth of talent development programmes.

• Parent and student satisfaction with sports programmes.

• Coach development and retention.

Why Join Us:

• Lead and shape the sports programme of a leading international school.

• Opportunity to build a strong and vibrant sports culture focused on student participation and excellence.

• Opportunity to identify and develop talented young athletes for national and international competitions.

• Work with experienced coaches, students, and school leadership to develop high-quality sports programmes.

• Opportunity to organize and participate in major national and international sports events.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment with opportunities for professional growth.