Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 19, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
4. Director Sports (CPSB 03) (1 POST) Job Ref: KCPSB/D/S/04/17/10/22 Terms of Service: Contract

Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Officer, Sports, Culture and Social Services, the Director Sports will be responsible for the following: -

• Develop and Implement sports and recreational programs and policies;
• Creation of awareness on sporting activities in the County including following up on Implementation of related projects;
• Offer advisory and counseling services to sportsmen and women;
• Supervise sports personnel, coordinate and regulate workers in developing sports;
• Oversee the improvement and maintenance of sports facilities in the county;
• Coordinate 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
• 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 livelihoods;
• Develop and manage sports facilities;
• Arbitration in sports disputes;
• Certification and registration of sports clubs;
• Identify, local talents and give recommendations to sports organizations/ institutes or specialized groups for absorption or funding;
• Overseeing of elections for sports federations;
• Overseeing the improvement and maintenance of sports facilities in the County;
• Coordinate and promote ward, Sub County, inter-County and National sports programs and identify local talents and give recommendation to sports organizations/ institutions or specialized groups for absorption or funding; and
• Any other duty as may be assigned by a competent authority

Requirements for Appointment
• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have a minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant experience in sports management three (3) of which at the level of Assistant Director Sports and above or its equivalent and relevant position in the Public service or Private sector:
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management/Physical Education or relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate track record and achievements in management of sports;
• Have undergone a senior management course for a period of four (4) weeks;
• Be conversant with the legal framework governing sports management;
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Be self-driven with a lot of initiative and drive;
• Be Proficient in computer applications skills;
• Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to the values and principles outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution and I) satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of
• Possession of a relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed
• Curriculum Vitae,
• Academic and Professional certificates,
• Testimonials,
• PIN Certificate,
• National Identity Card or Passport and
• Any other supporting documents.
Clearly indicate the position applied for, both on the cover letter and the envelope. Applications should be addressed to:

The Secretary
County Public Service Board P O Box 260 - 10304
KUTUS
Hand delivered applications should be dropped at the County Headquarters 4TH floor, KUTUS (Office of County Public Service Board between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays).

Applicants should seek clearance and attach copies or evidence thereof of the updated documents below.
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Applications should reach the County Public Service Board (CPSB) on or before
Friday, 4th November 2022

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.
NOTE
Women and persons living with disabilities who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.
Salary and benefits attached to these posts are as per the guidelines by Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit our website:
www.kirinyaga.go.ke  for more details.

The Kirinyaga County Government is an equal opportunity employer.

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