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Director of Sport
Musikili Primary School Mazabuka
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- Employer
- Musikili Primary School
- Location
- Mazabuka
- Posted
- July 28, 2026
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Other
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Website Musikili Primary School
Job description
WE’RE HIRING | DIRECTOR OF SPORT
Musikili Primary School is seeking an exceptional Director of Sport to lead our vibrant sports programme from January 2027 (or by agreement).
We’re looking for an experienced educator and sports leader who is passionate about developing young people through sport and can inspire a culture of participation, excellence, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Proven leadership experience in school sport
- A recognised teaching qualification
- Strong coaching and organisational skills
- A passion for developing children both on and off the field
- The ability to lead staff, manage fixtures, tours and events, and contribute to the wider life of the school
Essential Requirements:
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sport, or a related field (or an undergraduate degree with a recognised postgraduate teaching qualification)
✔ Current registration with a recognised teaching council (e.g. SACE or equivalent)
✔ Proven experience as a Director of Sport, Head of Sport, Sports Coordinator, or in a similar school leadership role
✔ At least 2 years of successful classroom teaching experience (preferred)
✔ Strong coaching background, particularly in traditional school sports such as cricket, rugby, tennis, or netball
✔ Demonstrated experience managing sports programmes, fixtures, tours, budgets, facilities, and staff
✔ Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
The successful candidate will combine educational credibility with broad sporting knowledge, strong administration, and a genuine commitment to the holistic development of primary-aged children.
📍 Location: Musikili Primary School, Mazabuka, Zambia
Founded in 1987, Musikili Primary School is a leading independent, co-educational day and boarding school for pupils from Grade R to Grade 7. Situated in Mazabuka, Zambia, Musikili offers a welcoming and stimulating learning environment where academic learning, sport, culture, character, and community life work together.
📧 How to Apply
Send your application to: vacancies.musikili@gmail.com
Subject: Application – Director of Sport
Closing Date: 6 August 2026
Please submit:
- A letter of application
- A comprehensive CV
- Copies of qualifications and teaching registration
- Contact details of three professional referees
If you’re ready to inspire the next generation while contributing to the life of one of Zambia’s leading independent primary schools, we’d love to hear from you.
Only successful applicants will be contacted.