Deputy Director of Sports – (1) Post at Busia County

Job Description Busia County Public Service Board seeks to professionally deliver service to the people of Busia with integrity and dedication through well trained competent and skilled man powern In all these achievements, she has derived her support and strength in God in whom she has always put trust and who she acknowledges never fails her. Her family has been by her side for support and encouragementAdvert No. CPSB/68/Specific duties and responsibilities will include: – Designing and coordinating sports and youth programmes;Coordinating identification and establishment of sports and youth centers;Acquiring, distributing and maintaining of sports equipment and implements;Sensitizing the sports and youth fraternity on dangers of doping, drugs and substance abuse;Coordinating sports and youth programmes and activities for vulnerable groups;Participating in addressing sports and youth groups’ complaints, petitions and disciplinary matters from sports federation and field offices;Coordinating, marking and weighing standards in sports;Overseeing implementation of sports and youth development projects;Monitoring implementation and evaluation of sports and youth programmes and activitiesParticipating in monitoring and evaluation of sports programmes and activities in the County. Requirements for Appointment Served for a minimum period of Five years the position of Principal Sports Officer, and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service or Five years in the private sectorA Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Physical Education, Sports Science or Leisure and Recreation Management from a university recognized in institution; OR A Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences with a post graduate Diploma in Sports Administration and Management or equivalent qualification from a university recognized institution;Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Physical Education, Recreation Management, Social Sciences, Exercise and Sports Science from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six weeks or its equivalent from a recognized institution;Certificate in Computer Application; andDemonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results