About this role
Laikipia County Government
Duties and Responsibilities
- The Director will develop and implement sports, recreational and talent development programmes and policies, and create awareness of sporting and talent development activities in the County, including following up on the implementation of related projects. The officer will supervise sports personnel, coordinate and regulate workers developing sports and talents, and oversee the improvement and maintenance of sports facilities in the county. Duties also include coordinating and promoting ward, sub-county, inter-county and national sports programmes, identifying local talent and recommending it to sports organizations, institutions or specialized groups for absorption or funding, and promoting and coordinating sports training and talent development. The Director will create platforms for athletes to showcase and market their talents, expand sports as an industry for sustainable livelihoods, arbitrate in sports disputes, and oversee the certification and registration of sports clubs.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:
- Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than Ten (10) years in the professional field in the Public Service or Private Sector, Five (5) of which should be at supervisory or managerial level.
- Be a holder of a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management/Physical Education or a relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Demonstrate thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives, including the Kenya Vision 2030, County Integrated Development Plan and County Strategic Plan.
- Have a thorough understanding of and respect for the diversity within the County.
- Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya; and,
- Certificate in computer applications skills
- Possession of a Master's degree in the relevant discipline will be an added advantage
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