About Chalimbana University

Chalimbana University is a higher learning institution committed to providing quality education, research, innovation and community engagement. The University recognises the importance of sports, recreation and cultural activities in promoting student development, wellbeing and institutional visibility.

About the Role

Chalimbana University is inviting applications for the position of Sports Officer.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organising and coordinating sports, recreational and socio-cultural activities for students and staff.

The role aims to identify and develop student sporting talent, promote physical wellbeing and personal development, and represent the University in local, national and international sporting events and competitions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sports Planning and Administration

Prepare departmental work plans and contribute to the development and implementation of sports policies, procedures and manuals.

Coordinate the University's sports and recreational programmes.

Support the effective management and administration of sporting activities.

2. Sports Development and Talent Identification

Develop and implement sports programmes aimed at identifying, training and nurturing student sporting talent.

Prepare student teams for inter-university, local, national and international sporting competitions.

Promote participation in different sporting disciplines and recreational activities.

Support the development of student athletes through training and organised sporting programmes.

3. Team Management and Representation

Lead and coordinate University student and staff sports teams.

Promote discipline, teamwork and appropriate conduct among team members.

Represent the University at sports forums and related events.

Liaise with other institutions, sports associations and relevant sporting bodies.

4. Recreational and Socio-Cultural Activities

Organise recreational and socio-cultural activities for students and staff.

Promote participation in activities that support student wellbeing, social interaction and personal development.

Coordinate events that contribute to campus life and institutional visibility.

5. Sports Equipment and Facilities Management

Maintain accurate records of sports kits, first aid kits, equipment and other sporting materials.

Facilitate transport arrangements for University teams attending sporting events.

Support the maintenance and proper use of sports fields, halls and recreational facilities.

Ensure sporting equipment and facilities are appropriately managed.

6. Budget and Resource Management

Participate in the preparation and management of sports-related budgets.

Ensure effective utilisation of available resources.

Prepare quarterly and annual reports on sports and recreational activities.

Perform other lawful duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) credits, including English.

Bachelor's Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education and Sport, Sports Science or an equivalent field from a recognised institution.

Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in sports administration, coaching or recreation management.

Recognised coaching or sports administration certification will be an added advantage.

Experience participating in or managing inter-university and national sporting competitions will be an added advantage.

A valid First Aid Certificate will be an added advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

Sports Management and Coaching

Good knowledge of sports management, coaching and recreational activities.

Ability to identify and develop sporting talent.

Understanding of sports administration and competition organisation.

Planning and Leadership

Strong planning, organisational and coordination skills.

Ability to lead and manage student and staff sports teams.

Good decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Budget and Resource Management

Good numerical skills and ability to manage sports budgets.

Ability to maintain accurate records of sporting equipment and resources.

Understanding of resource allocation and event planning.

Communication and Teamwork

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, staff and external sports organisations.

Ability to promote teamwork, discipline and cooperation.

Personal and Professional Attributes

High levels of integrity, discipline and accountability.

Flexible and willing to work outside normal office hours, including weekends and during sporting events.

Proficiency in computer applications.

Terms and Conditions of Service

The appointment will be made in accordance with Chalimbana University's appointment guidelines and will be subject to a three-month probation period, during which satisfactory performance will be assessed.

The University offers attractive and competitive remuneration commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.

Chalimbana University is an equal opportunity employer.

• Prepare departmental work plans and contribute to the development and implementation of sports policies, procedures and manuals.
• Coordinate the University's sports and recreational programmes.
• Support the effective management and administration of sporting activities.
• Develop and implement sports programmes aimed at identifying, training and nurturing student sporting talent.
• Prepare student teams for inter-university, local, national and international sporting competitions.
• Promote participation in different sporting disciplines and recreational activities.
• Support the development of student athletes through training and organised sporting programmes.
• Lead and coordinate University student and staff sports teams.
• Promote discipline, teamwork and appropriate conduct among team members.
• Represent the University at sports forums and related events.
• Liaise with other institutions, sports associations and relevant sporting bodies.
• Organise recreational and socio-cultural activities for students and staff.
• Promote participation in activities that support student wellbeing, social interaction and personal development.
• Coordinate events that contribute to campus life and institutional visibility.
• Maintain accurate records of sports kits, first aid kits, equipment and other sporting materials.
• Facilitate transport arrangements for University teams attending sporting events.
• Support the maintenance and proper use of sports fields, halls and recreational facilities.
• Ensure sporting equipment and facilities are appropriately managed.
• Participate in the preparation and management of sports-related budgets.
• Ensure effective utilisation of available resources.
• Prepare quarterly and annual reports on sports and recreational activities.
• Perform other lawful duties as may be assigned.

• Good knowledge of sports management, coaching and recreational activities.
• Ability to identify and develop sporting talent.
• Understanding of sports administration and competition organisation.
• Strong planning, organisational and coordination skills.
• Ability to lead and manage student and staff sports teams.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Good numerical skills and ability to manage sports budgets.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of sporting equipment and resources.
• Understanding of resource allocation and event planning.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, staff and external sports organisations.
• Ability to promote teamwork, discipline and cooperation.
• High levels of integrity, discipline and accountability.
• Flexible and willing to work outside normal office hours, including weekends and during sporting events.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

• Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (5) credits, including English.
• Bachelor's Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education and Sport, Sports Science or an equivalent field from a recognised institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in sports administration, coaching or recreation management.
• Recognised coaching or sports administration certification will be an added advantage.
• Experience participating in or managing inter-university and national sporting competitions will be an added advantage.
• A valid First Aid Certificate will be an added advantage.