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Assistant Director-Youth, Sports & Talent Development

County Government of Laikipia · Laikipia

County Government of LaikipiaLaikipiaPosted 6 November 2026

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Where
Laikipia County, Kenya
How to apply
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SALARY: KSH. 92,030x4,100–96,130x4,520–100,650x4,920–105,570x5,070– 110,640x5,300–115,940x5,560–121,500x5,840–127,340x6,070–133,410 p.m.

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: ONE (1)

TERMS OF SERVICE: PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE

Duties and Responsibilities

The Assistant Director will help in developing and implementing sports, recreational and talent development programmes and policies, and create awareness of sporting and talent development activities in the County, including following up on the implementation of related projects. The officer will supervise sports personnel, coordinate and regulate workers developing sports and talents, and oversee the improvement and maintenance of sports facilities in the county. Duties also include coordinating and promoting ward, sub-county, inter-county and national sports programmes, identifying local talent and recommending it to sports organizations, institutions or specialized groups for absorption or funding, and promoting and coordinating sports training and talent development. The Director will create platforms for athletes to showcase and market their talents, expand sports as an industry for sustainable livelihoods, arbitrate in sports disputes, and oversee the certification and registration of sports clubs.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) years in the professional field in the Public Service or Private Sector, three (3) of which should be at supervisory or managerial level.

Be a holder of a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management/Physical Education, or a relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Demonstrate understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives, including the Kenya Vision 2030, County Integrated Development Plan and County Strategic Plan.

Have a thorough understanding of and respect for the diversity within the County.

Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya; and,

Certificate in computer applications skills

Possession of a relevant Master's degree will be an added advantage.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Laikipia County Government on docs.google.com to apply

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