SmartStart Club Coach – Umzimkhulu

Vacancy:
Smart Start Club Coach – Umzimkhulu

Organisation: Training and Resources in Early Education (TREE)

Location: Umzimkhulu

Reports to: Smart Start Programme Lead

TREE is seeking a Smart Start Club Coach to support the licensing, quality assurance, and ongoing development of Smart Start early learning franchisees (Smart Starters) in Umzimkhulu. The successful candidate must reside in Umzimkhulu
, have strong local knowledge, and be willing to travel extensively within the community.

• Relevant Degree/Diploma in Social Sciences/Social Work/ Project Management/ Community Development, or similar
• 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have own vehicle

• Support the licensing, coaching, and quality improvement of Smart Starters
• Build, inspire, and sustain effective Smart Start Clubs
• Promote understanding of and demand for quality early learning
• Strengthen the Smart Start network through collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Recruit and support Smart Starters through sourcing, selection, onboarding, and training
• Conduct visits, assessments, licensing, and re-accreditation in line with Smart Start PQA processes
• Order, distribute, and monitor use of Smart Start resources
• Establish, train, and support Smart Start Clubs and Club Leaders
• Facilitate Club and Club Leader meetings and provide ongoing coaching and support
• Monitor performance data (retention, attendance, participation) and address risks
• Build relationships with local stakeholders and conduct community mapping
• Act as a brand ambassador for TREE and Smart Start
• Collect, upload, and report data via Smart Link; submit monthly and quarterly reports
• Ensure compliance with governance, quality assurance, and internal policies

• Strong planning, organisation, and time management
• Good operational decision-making
• Attention to detail and service-oriented approach
• Proactive, reliable, and trustworthy

Working Hours: 08:00 – 16:00 (30-minute break)

Final date to receive applications: 23 January 2026

How to Apply: Email a detailed CV to: