SPORT SCIENTIST is a South African government vacancy at Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. This job is part of Circular 25 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Head Office (Polokwane) | closing date: 10 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
- Applicants should apply through the following website http://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. The application on the eRecruitment system should be accompanied by the new Z83 and recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates). Failure to attach required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualified Applications may also be hand delivered/posted to: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure: Private Bag X9490, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at Works Tower Building, No. 43
- Church Street, Polokwane, 0699. For Capricorn District: Private Bag X9378, Polokwane 0700 Or hand deliver at 15
- Landros Mare street, next to Correctional Services. For Mopani District: Private Bag X576, Giyani, 0826
- or hand deliver at 570
- Parliamentary Building, Giyani. For Sekhukhune District: Private Bag X02 Chuenespoort, 0745
- or hand deliver at Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to traffic department. For Vhembe District: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970
- or hand deliver at Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa. For Waterberg District: Private Bag X1028, Modimolle, 0510 or hand deliver at Cnr. Thabo Mbeki & Elias Motsoaledi Street. The application on eRecruitment system should be accompanied by recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates) as well as copies of all qualifications, Identity Document and valid driver’s license only. Failure to attach copies and required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualification.
Salary
R338 106 per annum (Level 07), plus 37% of lieu benefit
Requirements
- NQF level 4/ Grade 12 certificate or from a recognized institution of Basic Education.
- Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Sport Science or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognised by SAQA.
- 0A minimum of 2 years’ experience of experience in Sport Environment.
- A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).
- Knowledge And Skills: Problem Solving and Analysis;
- Client Orientation and Customer Focus;
- Communication Time Management.
- Must have Facilitation and presentation skills, Excellent verbal communication, reading and writing skills;
- Project planning and report writing.
- Problem solving skills, Good interpersonal relationships and Ability to work under pressure, Computer skills: PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Word.
Duties
- Coordinate programmes of sport science in academics and athlete’s support: Nutrition and recovery, fitness and health assessment, team preparation, performance enhancement and injury prevention and data analysis.
- Liaise with medical practitioners for testing of athletes, medical screening, sport specific testing and medical interventions: Providing medical care during events and training, performance optimization, injury diagnosis and treatment and injury prevention.
- Support athletes from districts through the academy system: Talent identification, provide expect coaching and training to develop athletes’ skills, athlete’s pathway to profession sport, offering top-notch facilities and resources.
- Liaise with federations and other critical clients in areas of scientific support in sport: Arranging and attending meetings, report on athletes’ progress support identified athletes in a high-performance area and maintain athlete support database.
Enquiries
Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.
Notes
Applicants will be assisted to apply through the E-recruitment system at The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, 21 Biccard Street, Polokwane, Olympic Towers Applications are hereby invited for filling of vacant posts, which exist in the Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation. Notes: Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with clear employment equity targets. Certified copies of educational qualifications, academic records, identity documents and a valid driver’s license (where required) are only required to be presented on the day of the interview. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction; applicants are hereby advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No.3 of 2000. Pre-Entry Assessments: All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Practical Exercise (a) All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements. (b) The assessment must comprise a formal test to determine a candidate's proficiency in core functions and the technical dimensions specified in the job advertisement. https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/ep/2024 All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity The closing date for submission of applications is the 10 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to security clearance and preemployment verifications. Successful incumbent will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. The successful candidate will also be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations. The advert will be posted on the following websites www.sac.limpopo.gov.za / www.limpopo.gov.za, and www.dpsa.gov.za MANAGEMENT ECHELON
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07), plus 37% of lieu benefit
CENTRE : Head Office (Polokwane)
REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 4/ Grade 12 certificate or from a recognized institution of Basic
Education. Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Sport Science or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognised by SAQA. 0A
minimum of 2 years’ experience of experience in Sport Environment. A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities). Knowledge And Skills:
Problem Solving and Analysis; Client Orientation and Customer Focus;
Communication Time Management. Must have Facilitation and presentation skills, Excellent verbal communication, reading and writing skills; Project
planning and report writing. Problem solving skills, Good interpersonal relationships and Ability to work under pressure, Computer skills: PowerPoint,
Excel, Microsoft Word.
DUTIES : Coordinate programmes of sport science in academics and athlete’s support: Nutrition and recovery, fitness and health assessment, team preparation,
performance enhancement and injury prevention and data analysis. Liaise with medical practitioners for testing of athletes, medical screening, sport specific
testing and medical interventions: Providing medical care during events and training, performance optimization, injury diagnosis and treatment and injury
prevention. Support athletes from districts through the academy system: Talent identification, provide expect coaching and training to develop athletes’ skills,
athlete’s pathway to profession sport, offering top-notch facilities and resources. Liaise with federations and other critical clients in areas of scientific
support in sport: Arranging and attending meetings, report on athletes’ progress support identified athletes in a high-performance area and maintain
athlete support database.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 25 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.