Games and Sports Officer Job in Kenya

GAMES & SPORTS OFFICER                                   GRADE 10

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize and coordinate games and sports activities;
  • Ensure general care and maintenance of games/sports facilities;
  • Coach and officiate various games activities among students;
  • Oversee and organize students going for external fixtures;
  • Popularize sports and games activities among students;
  • Formulate policies in relation to sports and games activities;
  • Assist in planning and budgeting for sports activities;
  • Ensure procurement and provision of appropriate sports gear and equipment to sport teams for University sports events;
  • Organize and games and sports activities are practiced on a regular basis;
  • Any other assigned by the immediate supervisor

Job Requirements


The applicants must have the following qualifications;

  • Bachelors’ degree in Physical Education or equivalent from a recognized institution;
  • Advanced coaching certificate in relevant area;
  • Sound knowledge of coaching and training a wide range of sports disciplines;
  • Three (3) years’ work experience as a Sports & Games Assistant Officer Grade 9 or comparable position;
  • Be a member of the national sports federation.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit five (5) copies of applications giving details of the educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address. Enclose certified copies of certificates and testimonials giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and areas of specialization, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and a copy of most recent letter of appointment.

Interested applicants should send the applications to the undersigned, quoting the reference number for the job applied for so as to be received on or before Thursday 16th February, 2023.

THE VICE-CHANCELLOR

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY

P.O BOX 143-10300

 KERUGOYA

Kirinyaga University is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants of either gender, persons with disabilities and persons from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.