Department: Sports & Physical Education

Experience: 8–10 Years (Mandatory)

Location: Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh

Chandigarh University is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional for the position of Assistant Director – Sports to lead sports planning, student participation, competitive team development, coaching, and sports event management. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in university-level sports, institutional sports administration, or competitive sports, with a solid focus on athletic performance, student engagement, and sports excellence.

Key Responsibilities1. Sports Strategy & Calendar Formation

- Develop and implement the annual sports strategy, activities, and event calendar.
- Plan inter-university, intra-university, inter-college, and competitive sporting activities.
- Align sports initiatives with institutional objectives and student development goals.

2. Mass Participation in Sports

- Promote student participation in recreational, fitness, and competitive sports.
- Organize intramural competitions, fitness initiatives, and campus-wide sports activities.
- Encourage inclusivity and participation across different student groups.

3. Competitive Teams & Performance Management

- Develop and manage university sports teams for inter-university, state, national, and international competitions.
- Identify talented athletes and oversee team selection, training schedules, and performance tracking.
- Coordinate participation in tournaments and ensure teams are adequately prepared.

4. Coaching & Talent Development

- Coordinate coaching programs, training camps, and athlete development initiatives.
- Identify sporting talent and create structured pathways for skill development and competitive excellence.
- Supervise coaches and assess training effectiveness and athlete progress.

5. Sports Event Management

- Plan and execute sports tournaments,



championships, sports meets, and institutional events.
- Manage event logistics, venues, equipment, officials, budgets, and external coordination.
- Liaise with sports federations, universities, associations, and other relevant stakeholders.

6. Sports Safety & Mental Readiness

- Ensure compliance with sports safety protocols and injury-prevention practices.
- Promote physical fitness, mental readiness, discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Coordinate access to appropriate medical support, recovery resources, and athlete well-being initiatives.

7. Records, Reporting & Administration

- Maintain records of sports participation, team performance, achievements, and competition results.
- Prepare periodic reports, performance reviews, and sports activity documentation.
- Manage sports facilities, equipment inventories, budgets, and administrative requirements.

Educational Qualifications
- Mandatory: Master's degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Sports Management, or a relevant discipline.
- Desirable: Ph.D. in a relevant field, a national or international playing record, or a recognised coaching certification.

Experience & Skills
- Mandatory 8–10 years of relevant experience in university-level sports, institutional sports administration, or competitive sports.
- Demonstrated experience in sports planning, team management, coaching coordination, and tournament organisation.
- Strong leadership, communication, organisational, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple sporting activities and drive participation alongside competitive performance.
- Knowledge of sports administration, athlete development, safety protocols, and performance assessment.

Preferred Candidate ProfileCandidates with a proven track record of developing university sports programs, improving student participation, managing competitive teams, and delivering successful sports events will be preferred.

📌 Assistant Director - Sports (Unnao)
🏢 Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh
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