JOB PURPOSE/ SUMMARY:

To facilitate the strategic development of the Sport and Recreation Programme for the University.

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, develops and implements policies, procedures and initiatives of the University’s Sport and Recreation Programmes;
• Organises, directs, schedules and supervises sporting and recreational facilities;
• Provides leadership and direction to the Sport and Recreation team;
• Prepares the Sport and Recreation budget and effectively manages and controls allocated resources;
• Monitors and ensures compliance with University's regulations and policies;
• Promotes sporting fitness and recreational activities among the University's community and ensures high participation levels among staff and students;
• Oversees and evaluates the implementation of sports development activities, and sets targets for the delivery of Sports Programmes and activities;
• Establishes and maintains effective partnerships with external agencies including the International Olympic Committee, SPORTT, TTOC, NSO, etc.
• Supervises, coaches and mentors subordinate staff and implements the University's performance management system accordingly;
• Undertakes projects, special assignments and performs other related responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s Degree in Sport Administration or related field
• Minimum of six (6) years managerial experience

COMPETENCIES/TRAITS:

• Strong project management skills
• Extensive knowledge of the University's business/environment, & policies and procedures
• Extensive knowledge of the Unit's systems & processes
• Extensive knowledge of the MS Office Suite/related software
• Critical human relations and customer service skills
• Meticulous and results oriented
• Ability to work well in teams
• Strong decision making, analytical and problem solving skills