Marketing and Communications Manager (WAFU B) at The Confederation of African Football (CAF)

Key Responsibilities

• In close collaboration with the Executive Director, develop and implement communication and marketing projects in line with the strategic plan of the Zonal Union
• Under the supervision of the Executive Director, manage, support and implement a communication and marketing strategy;
• Under the supervision of the Executive Director, manage and develop communication activities on the different professional platforms of the Zonal Union and the social networks;
• Ensure coordination with other Departments of the Zonal Union to ensure good communication of the activities of the Zonal Union;
• Monitor and document in an organized manner all activities of the Zonal Union;
• Ensure the follow-up of the production of promotional materials, articles and publications to enhance the image of the Zonal Union;
• Manage the relationship between the marketing agency and Zonal Union/ WAFU B in close collaboration with the Executive Director;
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Executive Director. 

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Master of Business Administration or equivalent;
• Complementary studies in the field of sport and/or football (e.g. FIFA Masters, etc.);

Professional experience:

• Have at least 5 years of experience in the field of marketing and sports communication, preferably in football.
• Business know-how and IT skills:
• Experience in the administration and successful implementation of football projects/programmes;
• Proper use of MS products (Word, Excel, PPT, Visio),
• Work experience in a football-related environment (club, league, federation for example);
• Knowledge of the African football industry and environment. 

Competencies and Characteristics:

• Autonomous and able to manage own workload;
• Good communicator;
• Able to quickly establish trust and a good working relationship with key people inside and outside the Zonal Union;
• Intercultural competences;
• Organized and methodical with strong project management capabilities
• Long-term planning and coordination skills;
• Applied in the work and determined to overcome obstacles to succeed
• Driven by a sense of service and able to understand the needs of the organization;
• Shows commitment to quality and results
• Resistant to stress;
• Competent in networking and relational matters, allowing regular contact with CAF management and staff;
• Feels comfortable operating in a dynamic environment
• Adapts to situations with a willingness to meet challenges and achieve results.
• Language skills: English, French, others.

What we offer

• An interesting and varied job in an exciting and innovative international organization; 
• Attractive employment conditions;
• The opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team;