DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE, SPORTS AND RECREATION
VACANCY NO: IRC 2961
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Part-time Sport Coach (Swimming Coach) in the Department of Culture, Sports and Recreation.
Duties: (i) Supervises coordinates and schedules practice/sessions for the specifics sports skills. (ii)Monitors and supervises the activities and progress of players and participants in the specific skills. (iii) Assists in recommending team leadership or captaincy for the UB team. (iv) Coaches and prepares the University of Botswana student teams for various competitions and tournaments. (v) Coordinates coaching programmes for UB Swim teams/work with Learn to Swim Coaches and organises swimming activities for the University of Botswana community. (vi) The candidates must be prepared to work at weekends, including public holidays.
Requirements: (i) Diploma in any educational field and a recognized sports coaching certificate in any of the following: SWIMMING. (ii) At least two years coaching experience at national leagues/clubs. (iii)Previous coaching experience at University level as well as the ability to communicate clearly in English and understand group dynamics will be added advantages.
How to apply: letters of application are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine the applicants’ suitability for the position. Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for; provide current CVs (including telephone, and e-mails), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and submit three (3) reference professional letters.
Send your applications to: The Deputy Director, Appointments and Administration University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana, Telephone: (+267) 355-5844/2048/2040. E-mail: hra@ub.ac.bw
Applicants should inform their referees to (i) Quote the Vacancy Number and Position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address before the stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to University of Botswana Administration Block 108, second floor, office No. 205/211
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: 30 January 2026