Jobs at the Confederation of African Football (CAF)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of all CAF Tournament & Events.
• Gather information on each project to achieve quality event production.
• Assist in building and managing event registration.
• Coordinate operations and activities with CAF relevant departments and external stakeholders.
• Prepare nametags, materials, notebooks, packages, gift bags, registration lists, seating cards, etc.
• Handle proactively any arising issues and troubleshooting any emerging problems on the event day.
• Conduct pre- and post-event evaluations and reporting on outcomes.
• Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process.

Requirements (Profile)

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business Administration.
• Previous experience of 2 years minimum in the event industry is an advantage.
• Experience in the sports industry is an advantage.
• Any additional certification related to “events” is an advantage.
• Ability to teamwork with very good social skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships in a multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Flexible with travelling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English and/or French language both written and spoken; command of any other CAF official languages (English, French, Arabic) is a plus.

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.
• Quality social security coverage.
• An excellent pension schemes.

Application Closing Date
18th November, 2023.

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Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department with all aspects of the CAF Club Licensing system, Stadium Licensing, and League Development, and contributing to the department's programme and activities.
• Provide administrative support to the Department direct line manager.
• Help the CAF member associations as licensors to implement the CAF club licensing system at national level, ensuring regular communication and exchanges within the club licensing network.
• Help to organize and run club licensing education activities.
• Compile and update the club licensing, stadiums, leagues and clubs’ database and historical statistics.
• Revise the national club licensing regulations submitted by the member associations.
• Assist in the follow-up on club licensing compliance audits.
• Supervise the core club licensing process and the application of club licensing criteria, coordinate activities internally and with external partners and stakeholders.
• Manage the implementation of the club licensing system including reporting and analysis.
• Administer the CAF Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP), assist in the preparation and implementation of the CLOP and provide support and assistance to the users.
• Gather and register Coaches license copies for the Clubs participating in CAF Interclub competitions.
• Set up and manage the Spectators and Coaches approval process for all CAF Competitions on CAF CMS.
• Conduct stadium matchday monitoring for CAF matches through the available streaming platform and submit report to Head of Department.
• Support the compilation and publication of department reports (internal and/or benchmarking).
• Gather, develop, and monitor research on club licensing, clubs, leagues, players, and stadiums.
• Handle general administrative and organisational tasks of the department, manage Department calendars and meetings, office administration (including the scheduling of meetings and preparation of relevant documentation).
• Assist in the organization, scheduling, and coordination of the Department activities, such as courses, seminars, workshops and virtual meetings: planning, correspondence and the activity itself.
• Correspond with other CAF Divisions and Departments to obtain necessary information on Department inter-related activities such as: expenses, flights, arrangement of services, requests, payments, and other.
• Coordinate and assist in travel-related requests, including flights, ground travel, accommodations, visas, vaccinations/medical requirements for travel, agendas and itineraries for the department instructors and inspectors on CAF missions.
• Provide general administrative support such as procurement processes, invoices and expenses management, contract management, and others.
• Type, compile, and prepare letters and circulars, record meeting minutes and prepare mission reports.
• Keep track and record of documents submitted by the Member Associations and Clubs related to club licensing, coaching licenses, stadiums, and other Department projects.
• Keep track and records in organised manner of all the Department developed activities and the related costs.
• Manage the department mailbox and prioritize action / info / follow-up while ensuring information flow in a timely and accurate manner.
• Implement and maintain office operations/administrative systems and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as instructed by direct line managers.
• Contribute to any project run by the Technical Football Division.

Requirements (Profile)

• Must possess at least a Degree in Sport / Business Management or any other Sport / Business related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in the football industry, with sound knowledge and understanding of the sector.
• Experience in a financial, legal, infrastructure, sporting, or other club licensing pilar.
• Understanding of football law and regulations.
• Proficient in Football administration and management with record in competitions and development.
• Ability to develop ideas for football professionalisation projects.
• Efficient use of MS-products (word, excel, ppt, visio).
• Fluent in English and/or French language both written and spoken; command of any other CAF official languages (English, French, Arabic) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational/administrative skills and attention to detail.
• Administration and project management skills.
• Supportive, thorough, and service-minded approach.

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.
• Quality social security coverage.
• An excellent pension schemes.

Application Closing Date
5th December, 2023.

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Responsibilities

• Act as the Business Partner on Financial Matters to the Member Associations.
• Manage a wide range of Financial Management & Financial Governance related matters for all CAF Member Associations.
• Review Member Associations and Zonal Union’s Budgets under the Development Programme.
• Support with the general administration of the annual CAF review of the football development funds distributed by CAF.
• Collect and analyse financial statements and activity reports.
• Support team members in the Member Association Division with the Financial Performance of Member Associations.
• Review the reports from CAF central review provider and identify potential non-compliance and risks for the respective Member Association/Zonal Unions and CAF.
• Draft and monitor tailor-made action plans for CAF Member Associations.
• Conduct financial capacity building activities (tailored-and need-based support).
• Support Member Association/Zonal Unions in preparing a budget for their activities.
• Assist Member Association/ Zonal Unions in filling out the CAF Financial Reporting form.
• Prepare the reports for the relevant CAF standing committee(s).
• Follow up with Finance Division on payment made to Member Associations.
• Prepare payment statutes overview and weekly reports on payments for Director.
• Ensure a collaborative work relationship with Zonal Unions and FIFA.
• Keep financial records of Member Association/Zonal Unions up to date.
• Prepare financial analysis on Member Association/Zonal Unions.

Requirements (Profile)

• University Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Audit or equivalent.
• Experience in data analytics is an advantage.
• Capacity to provide analytical and financial analysis and reporting (Financial report analysis including Balance sheet, Lost and profit account, etc.)
• Data analytics experience an advantage.
• Proficiency in English and French (written and spoken).
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
• Willingness to travel.

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.
• Quality social security coverage.
• An excellent pension schemes.

Application Closing Date
22nd November, 2023.