6 Career Opportunities at Sports Kenya

Posted: Sep 15, 2026

Deadline: Oct 6, 2026

Sports Kenya is a State Corporation established by the Sports Act of 25th January, 2013 with the mandate to manage and develop national sporting facilities, promote and coordinate sporting activities at the grassroots, county and national levels.

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1. Deputy Director, Internal Audit and Risk Assurance Grade SK 3

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Professional Certificate
Experience: 15 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Ref: HRM/DDIA&RA/01/26

Job Description

• Providing secretariat to the Board Audit committee;
• Oversee internal controls and monitoring functions related to risk management, compliance, security, ethics, and environmental issues;
• Establishment and implementation of internal audit systems in accordance with International Auditing Standards;
• Implementation of risk assessment and management guidelines.
• Provision of independent assurance on risk management process on both design and operation;
• Assurance on risk control effectiveness, efficiency, and adequacy and risk management processes.
• Testing the efficacy of the risk assessment systems;
• Monitor and report on the Board’s overall risk profile;
• Support various directorates/departments in risk profiling;
• Advice on the formulation of new procedures and organizational changes resulting from audit / consulting engagements;
• Oversee the development, approval and approval of audit programs and testing procedures to ensure appropriateness for the areas in scope;
• Provide guidance in conducting special audit, investigations and reviews to ensure compliance and;
• Providing leadership guidance, coaching and mentorship for the departmental staff.

Job Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Served for a minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be at supervisory level or in a comparable and relevant position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Business Management (accounting option), Commerce (Finance or Accounting Option) or other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Have Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or its equivalent field from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Membership with a professional body in good standing i.e ICPAK, ACCA, CIA, CISA
• Passed Part III of professional Exams such as CFA, CPA (F), ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CIA, CISA or equivalent membership to a relevant professional body
• Leadership Course lasting not less than (4) four weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution

2. Deputy Director, Facilities & Estates Grade SK 3

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA
Experience: 15 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Sports, Fitness and Personal Care

Ref: HRM/DDFE/02/26

Job Description

• Preparing and implementing of the divisional budget;
• Managing of operations of the facilities in an effective and efficient manner;
• coordinating, planning and managing of events;
• Participating in letting of vacant properties and rent reviews;
• Repairing and maintaining facilities,
• Initiating the development and review of divisional guidelines
• Coordinating the implementation of the divisional guidelines;
• Developing long term and short-term Plans for various facilities programs
• Initiating interventions for refurbishment and modernization of facilities
• Ensuring optimal utilization of the facilities

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an Officer must have:-

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) at management level or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Physical Education; Sports Science; Exercise, Leisure and Recreation Management or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized;
• Master’s degree in any of the following: Physical Education; Sports Science; Exercise, Leisure and Recreation Management or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized;
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than (4) four weeks from a recognized institution
• Membership with a professional body in good standing, where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

3. Deputy Director, Human Resource & Administration SK Grade 3

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA, Professional Certificate
Experience: 15 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Human Resources / HR

Ref: HRM/DD-HRA/03/26

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities will entail:

• Providing guidance in the development, interpretation, implementation and review of human resource management and administration policies, standards and guidelines;
• Ensuring implementation of Terms and Conditions of service for the Board;
• Coordinating organizational development and job reviews;
• Managing staff recruitment, promotion, discipline and capacity building;
• Developing, reviewing and coordinating implementation of welfare and other incentive schemes for the Board;
• Monitoring the implementation of performance management systems;
• Analyzing the staffing levels in the Board and recommending proposals for succession planning and proper deployment;
• Coordinating the development and implementation of grievance handling mechanisms;
• Initiating best practices in the management of human resource function;
• Championing change management programs in the Board;
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of training and development programs;
• Leading the Board in formulating and implementing efficient Performance Management Systems
• Overseeing the implementation of administration policies, rules, standards and regulations;
• Managing and maintaining the assets register of the Board;
• Monitoring adherence and implementation of the departmental work plans;
• Oversee the Administration and Records Management functions of the Board
• Overseeing the provision of security for premises and staff
• Overseeing the design, implementation and periodic review of security systems;
• Preparation and submission of quarterly reports on administration within the Board
• Preparation and submission of quarterly reports on performance target setting and appraisal for staff within the Section.
• Coordinating office management services, office accommodation, transport and logistics;
• Coordinating Investigation of incidences of security lapse in the Board in liaison with the Police and other security agencies;
• Making arrangements for the acquisition of legal documents such as motor vehicle and assets insurances and licenses in liaison with the Legal unit and other relevant agencies.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Served for a minimum of fifteen (15) years cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) at management level or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following: Human Resource Management, Administration, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than (4) four weeks from a recognized institution
• Membership with Human Resource Management (IHRM) and in good standing;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

4. Senior Engineer, Structural (Civil) SK Grade 6

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, Professional Certificate
Experience: 6 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Engineering / Technical

Ref: HRM/SEC/04/26

Job Description

• Interpreting technical standards and specifications to aid the implementation of civil maintenance works procedures for compliance with applicable standards, relevant Work Instructions and other statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Implementation of capital and operational support activities for concrete works within the Stadium infrastructure to facilitate the flow of business.
• Conducting technical and conditional surveys to ascertain the state of Stadium structures.
• Developing job specifications for infrastructural maintenance works.
• Implementation of the sectional/ unit maintenance plans in order to enhance the reliability and availability of operational areas
• Preparing maintenance works material requirement requests.
• Undertaking performance management reviews for projects assigned to him/ her in order to achieve corporate objectives.
• Participate in the development of departmental annual work plans and the monitoring of their expenditure to ensure works are done within budget.
• preparing of monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports for projects assigned in order to inform decision making within the department.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Minimum of six (6) years relevant work experience, three (3) at the level of Engineer I or in an equivalent or comparable position;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional Membership to Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK);
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications.

5. Engineer II (Electrical) SK Grade 8

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, Professional Certificate
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Engineering / Technical

Ref: HRM/SEE/05/26

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Undertaking the maintenance of Electrical installations (Offices, sheds, estates, Flood lights, CCTVs, access Control Air-conditioning & refrigeration, solar power plant, Floodlights, Energy management, UPS, Fire alarm and Integrated Security System (ISS) are adequately supplied with power.
• Preparing electrical drawings and keeping custody of the same for all installations in the Stadium.
• Conducting site inspections
• Implementing preventive and major breakdown maint0enance plans for the division.
• Reporting on equipment and installations breakdown maintenance.
• Executing maintenance and Management of all Electrical installations.
• Providing information needed for safe operation of the Electrical equipment & installations.
• Performing statutory inspections and recommend certification of Electrical Installations in the Sports Kenya buildings, installations and berths.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Professional Membership to Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK);
• Proficiency in Computer Applications

6. Legal Officer II, SK Grade 8

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, Postgraduate Diploma
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Legal and Regulatory

Ref: HRM/LO/06/26

Job Description

• Preparing legal briefs for the initiation of legal action;
• Preparing and interpreting legal opinions and offering guidance on legal requirements;
• Maintaining and ensuring proper management of the records of the legal department are up to date and produce quarterly reports on the same;
• Preparation and filing of pleadings for and on behalf of the Board;
• Drafting and reviewing of legal instruments and policy documents on behalf of the Board;
• Drafting of contracts and MoUs; and
• Undertaking legal research and assignments

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized institution;
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya;
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Method of Application

Interested candidates should send their application letters enclosing a detailed CV, copies of academic, professional certificates and details of three referees. The candidates should also indicate their current and expected remuneration on their application letters with job reference quoted on the envelope on/before 6th October 2026.

Applications for positions in SK 3 to be addressed to:

The Chairman
Board of Directors,
Sports Kenya
Private Bag
Kasarani, NAIROBI

Applications for positions in SK 6 and SK 8 to be addressed to:

The Director General
Sports Kenya
Private Bag
Kasarani, NAIROBI.

6 Sports Kenya Jobs 2026: Deputy Directors, Engineers and Legal Officer Vacancies