Sportspersons

What the job involves

• Maintaining a high degree of expertise in a particular sport

• Attending regular practice sessions and undertaking private training to maintain the required standard of fitness

• Deciding on strategies in consultation with coaches

• Assessing other competitors and conditions at venues

• Competing in sporting events

• Adhering to the rules and regulations associated with a specific sport

• Promoting water safety awareness and undertaking rescue of persons in difficulty in the water

• Undertaking sports promotional activities and television appearances