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KCA University
Sports Officer
Nairobi
• Kenya
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Description
Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Recreation Administration and Management, or a related field from a recognised/accredited institution.
- Additional certification in coaching, first aid, or sports administration is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 4 years experience in sports management and/or administration or coaching, preferably in a university or institutional setting.
- Experience working with female sports participants and gender-sensitive programs is highly desirable.
- Qualified females are highly encouraged to apply.
- Strong leadership, mentorship, and motivational skills.
- Excellent communication, planning, and organisational abilities.
- Knowledge of sports policy, health, safety, and inclusion practices.
- Proficient in ICT tools for sports coordination and reporting.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement a variety of female-centred sports and wellness activities.
- Coordinate participation in internal leagues, inter-campus, and inter-university competitions.
- Train, guide, mentor and manage female university sports teams.
- sMobilise and coordinate student participation in co-curricular sports.
- Foster a positive and inclusive environment for female sports development.
- Maintain up-to-date records of female teams, events, results, and student participation.
- Manage sports inventory, ensuring equipment and facilities are used and maintained appropriately.
- Prepare schedules, logistics, and documentation for sports events.
- Collaborate with external sports organisations, universities, and associations.
- Represent the University in sports forums, technical meetings, and competitions.
- Coordinate with other university staff in organising joint sports activities.
- Prepare and submit requests for facilitation of student-athletes, including transport, accommodation, meals, medical support, training kits, and other necessary provisions.
- Ensure timely and adequate support is provided to teams during training and competitions.
- Monitor players’ general well-being and readiness to participate in activities.
- Ensure sports activities comply with university policies, safety standards, and gender equity principles.
- Assist in implementing sports development strategies aligned with national guidelines.
- Prepare and submit regular reports on female student participation, team performance, and key challenges.
- Contribute to the preparation of the Sports Department’s annual budgets and work plans.
- Ensure maintenance of sports facilities to keep them in good condition, ready for training and competitions.
- Identify and recruit potential students into different sports to encourage participation and improve the status of sports in the University as and when necessary.
- Project a positive image of KCA University through sports
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