Kim Dae-nyeon officially began his duties as the new Secretary General of the Korean Sports Council on August 12.
The council announced that the inauguration ceremony for Secretary General Kim was held at 2:30 p.m. in the main conference room on the 13th floor of the Olympic Hall in Seoul.
Appointed after prior consultations with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and approval from the board of directors, Kim's term will last until August 11, 2028.
Born in 1959, Kim is an administrative expert with over 30 years of public service experience. He has held key positions at the National Election Commission, including Public Relations Officer, Director of the Election Training Institute, and Head of Planning and Management. He rose to the level of Secretary General in November 2016 and retired in September 2018, during which he was recognized for his ability to manage large organizations and coordinate effectively, overseeing the 19th presidential election and the 7th nationwide local elections.
Kim is also noted for his familiarity with current issues in the sports sector. He has served as the chairman of the election management committee for the 41st and 42nd presidents of the Korean Sports Council and as the chairman of the election system improvement committee, participating directly in the council's institutional reform process for many years.
In his welcoming remarks at the inauguration ceremony, Yoo Seung-min, the council's president, stated, "Kim Dae-nyeon possesses proven administrative capabilities and has a deep understanding of the organization and field through his work with the Korean Sports Council. I expect him to play a strong role in making the council a more transparent and trusted organization."
In his inaugural speech, Kim expressed, "I feel a heavy sense of responsibility in my role as Secretary General of the Korean Sports Council, which represents sports in South Korea. I will work to ensure that the council becomes a trusted organization for the public and create an environment where employees, member organizations, and the sports community can work with peace of mind."
Having commenced his duties, Secretary General Kim will begin by communicating with internal members, including labor unions, and will seek collaboration with member organizations, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and the National Assembly. The Korean Sports Council plans to establish a stable sports administration system based on Kim's capabilities and to pursue change and innovation without disruption.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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