The position

Aga Khan Education Service, Tanzania (AKES,T) is a mission-driven education organization committed to academic excellence, pluralism, teacher development, and enabling every student to achieve their highest potential. We serve a diverse population of students and staff across multiple campuses and are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and high‑performance work environment.

The Aga Khan Education Services in Tanzania operates three schools, offering education from nursery to secondary levels. Our schools are committed to providing quality education that develops a broad set of personal, social, and intellectual skills, with a strong emphasis on independent inquiry and critical thinking.

The roots of Aga Khan schools in Tanzania trace back to the 19th century, beginning with a girls’ school established in Zanzibar in 1905 by Sir Sultan Mohamed Shah Aga Khan III. Today, AKES,T continues this legacy by implementing educational programs that equip students with essential life skills and a strong intellectual foundation, preparing them to thrive in an increasingly globalized and technologically advanced world.

Role Overview

AKES,T is seeking a proactive and highly organized Sports Facility Manager to oversee the effective operation, maintenance, safety, and optimal use of all sports facilities and equipment. The role is key to ensuring high-quality provision for training, competitions, and whole‑school sports activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, cleanliness, and security of all sports facilities, ensuring they are safe and always fit for purpose.
• Manage, store, and maintain sports equipment, ensuring safe handling and readiness for use.
• Conduct regular inspections, inventory checks, and stock‑taking, maintaining accurate records and reporting to the Athletic Director and Head of School.
• Prepare and set up facilities for training sessions, competitions, and events, including marking fields and arranging equipment and seating.
• Coordinate booking schedules to ensure efficient and fair use of sports facilities.
• Work closely with the sports department, event organisers, and external partners to support school and community sporting activities.
• Supervise facility usage, staffing rotas, and operational coverage.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and risk management procedures.
• Support extracurricular sports activities and demonstrate flexibility in working hours to meet event demands.
• Contribute to budget planning for facility maintenance, equipment, and operational needs.

The requirements

Position Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Sports Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience managing sports facilities, equipment, or similar environments.
• Strong organisational, problem‑solving, and record‑keeping skills.
• Practical knowledge of facility preparation and sports equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and external stakeholders.
• Reliable, hands‑on, and committed to high standards of safety and professionalism.

AKES.T offers a supportive working environment and the opportunity to play a central role in delivering high‑quality sports provision for students.

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, cleanliness, and security of all sports facilities, ensuring they are safe and always fit for purpose.
• Manage, store, and maintain sports equipment, ensuring safe handling and readiness for use.
• Conduct regular inspections, inventory checks, and stock‑taking, maintaining accurate records and reporting to the Athletic Director and Head of School.
• Prepare and set up facilities for training sessions, competitions, and events, including marking fields and arranging equipment and seating.
• Coordinate booking schedules to ensure efficient and fair use of sports facilities.
• Work closely with the sports department, event organisers, and external partners to support school and community sporting activities.
• Supervise facility usage, staffing rotas, and operational coverage.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and risk management procedures.
• Support extracurricular sports activities and demonstrate flexibility in working hours to meet event demands.
• Contribute to budget planning for facility maintenance, equipment, and operational needs.

• Strong organisational, problem‑solving, and record‑keeping skills.
• Practical knowledge of facility preparation and sports equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and external stakeholders.
• Reliable, hands‑on, and committed to high standards of safety and professionalism.

• Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Sports Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.