Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
- Job Title: Sports / Basketball Coordinator
- School: Cambridge Academy Ethiopia
- Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Required Number: 2 (Two)
- Application Deadline: Within 7 working days from date of announcement
ABOUT CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY ETHIOPIA
Cambridge Academy Ethiopia is a premier international school committed to providing outstanding British curriculum education within a vibrant, multicultural community in Addis Ababa. We are dedicated to maintaining high standards of professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence as part of our continuous growth and COBIS accreditation journey.
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THE ROLE
CAE is seeking two Sports / Basketball Coordinators to support the operational and commercial development of the basketball arena and sports programmes. The role will coordinate court bookings, sports programmes, tournaments, coaching activities, sports clubs, and school programmes while supporting customer service and commercial utilisation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate basketball-court bookings and schedules.
- Coordinate sports programmes and activities.
- Support basketball academies and coaching programmes.
- Coordinate tournaments and competitions.
- Coordinate coaches, referees, and other sessional sports personnel.
- Support sports clubs and external users.
- Coordinate school sports programmes.
- Maintain equipment inventories and control.
- Ensure court and sports areas are prepared for activities.
- Support customer enquiries and bookings.
- Monitor customer experience.
- Identify opportunities to improve arena utilisation.
- Support commercial programmes and sports partnerships.
- Maintain programme and utilisation records.
- Coordinate with Duty Managers and Centre Manager.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Professional and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Health insurance after probation period.
Job Requirements
PERSON SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Business, Hospitality, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years' relevant experience in sports, recreation, hospitality, events, or facility operations.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Customer-service and commercial orientation.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Desirable Attributes
- Basketball experience is highly desirable.
- Experience coordinating tournaments, academies, clubs, or sports programmes preferred.
Key Competencies
- Sports Operations | Programme Coordination | Event Management | Customer Service | Scheduling | Commercial Awareness | Communication | Teamwork
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their application package as a single PDF document containing: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v4XP8fuCALbzRgUt4w9p4gHEOSL3IuOV/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108050534850595632006&rtpof=true&sd=true
Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Cover letter explaining suitability for the role.
Copies of academic and professional credentials.
Please email your application to: cae-careers@cambridgeethiopia.org
Subject Line: Application: Sports / Basketball Coordinator- [Your Name]
Important Notes:
Cambridge Academy Ethiopia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
