Role Overview
This entry-level Sports Officer role is based in a Sub-County Sports Office and combines sports programme coordination with practical support for athletes and local teams. The officer helps assess fitness, nurture sporting talent, organise competitions and connect promising athletes with opportunities for further development, while also supporting inclusive and responsible participation in sport.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate fitness assessments for trainees and evaluate results to support their development.
- Identify and encourage local sports talent, referring exceptional athletes to the County Sports Office, sports federations, clubs or academies for further training.
- Prepare teams for participation in competitions and arrange sports events.
- Maintain and update the sports documentation centre.
- Provide guidance on the appropriate use of sports facilities and equipment.
- Coordinate activities involving sports federations.
- Promote awareness among sports participants of national-interest issues, including HIV/AIDS and the risks of drug and substance abuse.
- Coordinate sports programmes for vulnerable groups.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution in Physical Education, Sports Science, Leisure and Recreation Management, Health Science, Data Management, Business Administration or Management, ICT, Project Management, Community Development, Criminology, Sports Law, Marketing, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Development Studies, Political Science, Public Administration, Communication and Public Relations, Hospitality and Tourism, or a related discipline.
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