Sports Officer

Job description

CHALIMBANA UNIVERSITY — RECRUITMENT NOTICE

Chalimbana University invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, innovative, and results-oriented candidates to fill the position of Sports Officer.

Reports to: Manager – Student Welfare
Office: Dean of Students

Role Overview

The Sports Officer plans, organises, and coordinates sport, recreation, and socio-cultural activities in the Office of the Dean of Students, and trains and prepares students to take part in inter-university and other competitions.

Job Purpose

To plan, organise, and coordinate sport, recreation, and socio-cultural activities in the University, in order to develop students’ talent, promote their wellbeing and personal development, and enhance the University’s participation and visibility in local, national, and international events.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation of the departmental work plan and in the formulation and review of sports and recreation policies and work manuals.
• Promote sports development and identify, train, and nurture students’ talent for participation in inter-university, local, national, and international events.
• Coordinate and lead student and staff teams in local, national, and international sporting and socio-cultural events, and ensure acceptable conduct by all persons representing the University.
• Represent the University at sports forums and liaise with other institutions and sports bodies to enhance sports development and programming.
• Initiate and promote recreational and socio-cultural activities for students and staff.
• Keep records of sports kits, first aid kits, equipment, and recreational and socio-cultural materials.
• Facilitate transport requests for sports, recreation, and socio-cultural activities.
• Facilitate the proper use and maintenance of sports fields, halls, and recreational facilities.
• Prepare the sectional budget and ensure the proper management of resources allocated to the section.
• Prepare quarterly and annual operational performance reports.
• Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate or its equivalent with at least five (5) credits or better, including English Language.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education and Sport, Sports Science, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant work experience in sports administration, coaching, or recreation management.
• Coaching or sports administration certification from a recognised sports body, and experience in organising inter-university or national competitions, will be an added advantage.
• A valid First Aid certificate will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies and Personal Attributes

• Sound knowledge of sports management, coaching, and recreation programming.
• Good planning, organisational, and leadership skills to guide the University on sports and recreation matters.
• Ability to make sound decisions at sectional level based on rules and precedents.
• Numerical skills for preparing the sectional budget and statistical reports.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills to work with students, staff, and external bodies.
• High level of integrity, discipline, and accountability for the assets and financial resources of the section.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and during events.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Terms of Appointment and Remuneration

The appointment shall be based on the University appointment guidelines, subject to a probationary period of three (3) months and satisfactory performance during the probationary period, as well as the University’s operational requirements. An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Mode of Application

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit:

• An application letter clearly stating the position applied for
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
• Evidence of Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) evaluation and validation of all qualifications
• Valid Professional Body Membership

Applications should be addressed to the Registrar, Chalimbana University, and sent by email to:

📧 Email: jobs@chau.ac.zm

Subject line: “Application for Sports Officer”

Closing Date: 20th November, 2026

Chalimbana University is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.