Career Opportunities at The Confederation of African Football (CAF)

Career Opportunities at The Confederation of African Football (CAF)

The Confederation of African Football (CAF), founded in 1957 by Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, and South Africa, is the governing body responsible for promoting and developing football across Africa. CAF organizes top-tier competitions, such as the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), and collaborates closely with FIFA on events including the World Cup, Youth and Women’s tournaments, and the Olympic Games Football Tournaments.

CAF is currently seeking talented professionals to fill several key positions. Explore the roles below and become part of a prestigious international organization dedicated to football excellence.

 

**1. Job Title: Inter-Clubs Officer**

– **Location:** Cairo, Egypt

**Key Responsibilities:**
– Implement policies and regulations for inter-club competitions.
– Coordinate with national associations and clubs regarding competition logistics.
– Assist the Inter-Clubs Manager in managing competition operations, from match scheduling to post-event reporting.
– Participate in “inspection visits” and assist in workshops, event planning, and competition draws.
– Contribute to the training of match officials and ensure the proper use of competition software.

**Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management or related field.
– Minimum 2 years of experience in football or sports event management.
– Fluent in English and French; knowledge of Arabic and/or Portuguese is a plus.
– Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

**Application Deadline:** 20th September 2024

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**2. Job Title: National Teams Officer**

– **Location:** Cairo, Egypt

**Key Responsibilities:**
– Manage national team competitions and communicate with national associations.
– Assist the National Teams Manager in organizing competition logistics, match scheduling, and post-event reviews.
– Participate in “inspection visits” of host countries.
– Support in conducting workshops and assisting with training programs for match officials.

**Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management or related discipline.
– Minimum 2 years of experience in football or sports event management.
– Proficiency in English and French; Arabic and/or Portuguese is advantageous.
– Strong project management and leadership skills.

**Application Deadline:** 20th September 2024

 

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**3. Job Title: Competitions Strategy & Planning Officer**

– **Location:** Cairo, Egypt

**Key Responsibilities:**
– Support the development of CAF competition policies, strategies, and budgets.
– Assist in drawing competition schedules and overseeing competition software.
– Manage communication with national associations and clubs regarding competition planning.

**Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management or relevant certification.
– Minimum 2 years of proven experience in competition management.
– Fluency in English and French; Arabic or Portuguese is an asset.
– Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

**Application Deadline:** 20th September 2024

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**4. Job Title: Inter-Clubs Manager**

– **Location:** Cairo, Egypt

**Key Responsibilities:**
– Oversee all aspects of CAF inter-club competitions.
– Plan, schedule, and manage competition logistics, including match-day operations and post-event reporting.
– Lead “inspection visits” and coordinate with General Coordinators.
– Facilitate workshops and provide training for match officials.

**Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management.
– Minimum 10 years of experience in football or sports event management.
– Strong understanding of competition operations and team communication.
– Fluent in English and French; Arabic or Portuguese is a plus.

**Application Deadline:** 20th September 2024

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**5. Job Title: Youth Competitions Officer**

– **Location:** Cairo, Egypt

**Key Responsibilities:**
– Organize youth football competitions and liaise with national associations.
– Assist in scheduling, match operations, and event debriefings.
– Take part in missions to host countries for youth tournaments.
– Manage competition-related administrative tasks and match official training.

**Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sports Management.
– Minimum 2 years of experience in football or sports event management.
– Fluency in English and French; knowledge of Arabic or Portuguese is beneficial.
– Strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

**Application Deadline:** 20th September 2024

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**6. Job Title: Senior Manager – Football Events**

– **Location:** Cairo, Egypt

**Key Responsibilities:**
– Lead the planning and execution of CAF’s flagship events, including AFCON, CAF Awards, and medal ceremonies.
– Oversee budgeting, event concepts, and technical production.
– Manage external vendors and partners, ensuring high-quality event delivery.
– Develop strategic plans for event logistics and staffing.

**Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
– Minimum 10 years of experience in event production and management, with a focus on sporting events.
– Expertise in project management and team leadership.
– Fluency in English and French; additional languages such as Arabic are an advantage.

**Application Deadline:** 20th September 2024

**How to Apply:**
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to careers@cafonline.com, using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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**Note:**
CAF is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, nationality, religion, or sexual orientation. Candidates are required to submit their applications in English, including a Motivation Letter, CV, Diplomas, and Reference Letters.

Join CAF and contribute to shaping the future of African football!

 

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