Ndu Cele

Dynamic and results-oriented sports industry and sports scientist professional with over 6 years of experience in sports management, event coordination, and athlete development. Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, drive participation, and implement innovative strategies in line with organizational goals. Adept at fostering stakeholder relationships, managing budgets, and creating impactful sports programs with the goal of long term sustained success.

Sports Coordinator at The IIE's Varsity College (2022-11 – 2024-08)

• Directed and coordinated sports club operations at the Westville Campus, ensuring compliance with governance standards and adherence to constitutional guidelines.
• Designed and implemented annual sports calendars, incorporating a variety of events tailored to student interests and regional goals with the aim of increasing student participation.
• Oversaw budget development and resource allocation, collaborating with the campus accountant to maintain financial discipline and support strategic initiatives.
• Recruited, trained, and mentored sports administrators, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence in program delivery.
• Built and managed relationships with external stakeholders and service providers to enhance the quality of sports programs and events.
• Provided strategic leadership to student committees, guiding the development of effective governance structures and operational practices.
• Managed the Varsity College Hockey Club, overseeing its governance, coaching staff, and player development programs.
• Ensured alignment with high-performance standards and strategic goals for student-athlete success.
• Coordinated team preparations for national-level competitions, including training schedules, logistics, and performance analysis.
• Oversaw the high-performance aspects of the Hockey Club, reducing the incidence of injury by implementing and monitoring a strength and conditioning program in conjunction with the in-house physiotherapist and bio kineticist.
• Managed bursary athletes, monitoring their academic and athletic commitments to ensure holistic development.
• Oversaw procurement and inventory management of club equipment and apparel, ensuring readiness for all events and activities.

Sports Administrator at Kearsney College (2021-01 – 2022-10)

• Coordinated the planning and execution of weekly sporting fixtures, including scheduling, transport, and communication with opposing teams and officials.
• Managed logistics for sporting tours, ensuring seamless travel and accommodation arrangements for teams.
• Maintained and serviced high-performance gym equipment, ensuring an optimal training environment for athletes.
• Organized and hosted multi-disciplinary sports festivals, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver successful events.
• Monitored student participation in sports programs, providing support in tracing non participants.
• Managed the external hire of sports facilities to external partners

Gym Manager and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Off The Grid Athletic (2017-07 – 2020-07)

• Managed daily gym operations, including scheduling, safety protocols, and client services, ensuring a welcoming and efficient facility.
• Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs tailored to individual client goals, focusing on performance improvement and injury prevention.
• Conducted regular progress assessments and client consultations to refine training strategies and achieve desired outcomes.
• Organized and led fitness-focused community events, promoting active lifestyles and client engagement.
• Oversaw the maintenance and procurement of gym equipment, ensuring a safe and functional workout environment.
• Managed the operational budget, optimizing resource allocation to balance cost-efficiency with high-quality service delivery

Honours Degree in Sports Science (Exercise Science Major) – University of KwaZulu-Natal (2016 – 2017)

Bachelor of Science in Sports Science – University of KwaZulu-Natal (2013 – 2016)

National Senior Certificate – Westville Boys' High School (2008 – 2012)