Principal Sports Officer 87 views

The National Sports Council is looking for a competent, committed, self-motivated and enthusiastic candidate for the position of Principal Sports Officer.

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Principal Sports Officer demonstrates strong leadership and commitment to the development of competitive sports. Provide effective support and guidance to federations, Associations and coaches. Contribute to policies implementation and adherence and strategic planning of sports management.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Train and supervise a team of staff, including coaches.
• Plan and organize appropriate sports activity programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Develop new activities.
• Plan and manage budgets.
• Organize and train coaches to upgrade their qualifications.
• Purchase, maintain and check the safety of facilities and equipment.
• Write and submit quarterly and annual reports to Director.
• Undertake financial administration of goods purchased.
• Assist the Competitive Sports Director in the development of policies, preparation and implementation of strategic plans aimed at developing sports initiatives.
• To manage, coordinate and provide the strategic lead for sports development maximizing financial resources and partnership working.
• Assist Competitive Sports Director in ensuring administrative systems, processes and databases are efficient and well managed
• Lead, develop and implement new sports development initiatives.

Benefits

Salary will depend on qualifications and experience.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements & other pre requisite

• Bachelor’s degree in any sports related field plus 3 years’ work experience as a Sports Officer B4-B5; OR
• Advanced Diploma is Sports Management or equivalent qualification plus 3 years’ work experience as a Sports Officer B4-B5; OR
• Diploma is Sports Management or equivalent qualification plus 4 years’ work experience as a Sports Officer B4-B5.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or our aim is to attract, retain and invest in best talents. If you think you have the drive and commitment to work for us, kindly submit your application letter, detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, copies of reference letters to us by email at [email protected] or by post, addressed to:

Chief Executive Officer

National Sports Council

Stad Linite

The National Sports Council reserves the right to call in the best candidates for an interview.

Closing date: Friday 11^th September 2026

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.