Director Sports

Kiambu County is one of the 47 counties in the Republic of Kenya. It is located in the central region and covers a total area of 2,543.5 Km2 with 476.3 Km2under forest cover according to the 2009 Kenya Population and Housing Census. Kiambu County borders.(JOB GROUP CPSB 03) ONE (1) POST – V/NO. KCPSB/YASC/01/2021Requirements and Competencies for AppointmentFor appointment to this grade, an officer must: Be a Kenyan citizen;Have a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in sports management three (3) of which must have been at the level of Assistant Director Sports and above or in a relevant/equivalent position in the Public service or Private sector:Have a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management / Physical Education from a recognized institution;Have a Master’s degree in Sports Management / Physical Education or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution.Demonstrate a track record and achievements in management of sports;Certificate in computer applications.Be conversant with the legal framework governing sports management;Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; andDemonstrate understanding of and commitment to the values and principles outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya. Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement a policy on sports management in the County;Creation of awareness on sporting activities in the County including following up on implementation of related projects;Offer advisory and counselling services to sportsmen and women;Supervise sports personnel, coordinate and regulate workers in developing sports;Upgrading of stadia and ward playgrounds in the County;Develop, manage and implement sports programs in the County;Promote and Coordinate sports training and education;Create platforms for athletes to showcase and market their talents;Expand sports as an industry for sustainable livelihood;Develop and manage sports facilities;Arbitration in sports disputes;Certification and registration of sports clubs;Identify local talents and give recommendation to sports organizations/institutionsor specialized groups for absorption or funding;Overseeing of elections for sports federations;Oversee the improvement and maintenance of sports facilities in the county; andCoordinate and promote ward, sub-county, inter-county and national sports programs and Identify local talent and give recommendation to sports organizations/institutions or specialized groups for absorption or funding