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Contract Duration: Unlimited

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the elaboration, implementation and supervision of development programs;
• Develop an annual technical development plan focused on the strategic plan and values of the Zonal Union;
• Submit progress reports on development programs, resources and key measures
• Act as a contact person for development and technical directors of other football bodies;
• Produce detailed reports on technical activities;
• Organize, prepare and deliver training sessions to Member Associations on development;
• Define a long-term strategic plan;
• Implement and pilot the development plan(s);
• Encourage the development and promote the practice of football for all (boys and girls);
• Support the planning process with specialized skills (statutes, finance, marketing, communication, legal);
• Perform any other task necessary to achieve the strategic and administrative objectives of the Zonal Union;
• To protect the property and assets of the Zonal Union at all times.

Requirements (Profile)
Education:

• Master of Business Administration or equivalent;
• Complementary studies in the field of sport and/or football (e.g. FIFA Masters, etc.);
• Professional experience:
• At least 10 years of experience in a similar field;
• At least 05 years of experience as a manager/director;
• Business know-how and IT skills:
• Football expert;
• Proper use of MS products (Word, Excel, PPT, Visio).

Core competencies:

• Teamwork: Cooperates well with colleagues; offers assistance and support to others to achieve common goals; takes initiative to develop team spirit; remains available and helpful even in times of tension and stress.
• Client Orientation: Always shows respect for clients (colleagues, superiors, national associations, clubs, etc.); agrees with clients on their expectations and deliverables; meets client expectations; obtains positive feedback from clients; enjoys full trust from clients; anticipates their desires.
• Professionalism: Trustworthy and committed to quality standards and timelines; adheres to established budget framework; demonstrates good planning and anticipation; focuses on effective implementation; follows up after completion of activities; takes responsibility for own actions; sets an example for others.
• Leadership: Respected by staff; undisputed leader of the unit; sets ambitious goals and guides staff towards them; motivator; well accepted by peers and management; tailors goals to client needs; challenges himself and the unit; personal skills to manage difficulties.

Competencies and Characteristics:

• Team leader and builder
• Able to think strategically and conceptually;
• Service-oriented and able to understand the needs of the organization
• Committed to quality and results
• Good communicator and able to explain the point of view of the department;
• Resistant to stress; Competent in networking and relational matters, allowing regular contact with CAF management and staff
• Language skills: English, French, others.
• Other requirements: Experience in football is an asset

Advantages:

• 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;
• Place of service: Western Zone A member country (WAFU A)

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Key Responsibilities

• In close collaboration with the Executive Director, develop and implement women's football projects in line with the Strategic Plan of the Zonal Union
• Under the supervision of the Executive Director, manage, support and implement a women's football development strategy;
• Under the supervision of the Executive Director, prepares the Department's annual plan and budget submission;
• Manage and develop women's football activities in line with strategic objectives (budgeting, implementation and reporting);
• Ensure coordination with other Departments of the Zonal Union to ensure the implementation of the necessary measures related to projects and programs, such as travel arrangements, transportation, accommodation, payments, communication and others;
• Manage the follow-up process with Member Associations on implemented projects (pilot programmes and development programmes) in line with the Zonal Union strategy for women's football;
• Provide support to the Zonal Union in the implementation of youth projects and at the local level for the benefit of girls
• Ensure that all development activities are carried out on time, in accordance with the timetable set by the Executive Director and in accordance with the annual plan of the Area Union;
• Responsible for the compilation of the reports (internal and/or reference) of the Zonal Unions;
• Monitor and document in an organized manner all activities developed by the Zonal Union and the related costs;
• Collaborate with other departments of the Zonal Union in the implementation of women's football development programs;
• Coordinate with other Zonal Union departments to ensure the implementation of necessary measures related to the Department's activities, such as expenditures, organization of services, requests, travel arrangements, transportation, accommodation, payments and others
• Monitor the production of promotional materials, articles and publications to enhance the image of women's football;
• Design and implement programmes to increase the participation of women and girls in football, both on and off the field;
• Follow up on surveys and studies on the development of women's football and disseminate this information to relevant bodies;
• Monitor CSR-related activities and work with international NGOs to identify common goals for the empowerment of girls and women in society, with the aim of using football as a means to achieve these goals;
• Collaborate with other technical development divisions to develop and produce manuals and guidelines for coaches and officials involved in women's football
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Executive Director.   

Requirements (Profile)
Education:

• University Degree in Sports Management and Administration, or equivalent;
• Additional studies in the field of football (e.g. FIFA Masters, etc.).

Professional experience:

• Have at least 5 years of experience in the field of sport, preferably in women's football
• Business know-how and IT skills:
• In-depth knowledge of women's football in general and experience as a footballer at a high level are assets;
• Experience in the administration and successful implementation of women's football development 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
• Experiences in successful budget management and reporting
• Competencies and Characteristics
• Autonomous and able to manage own workload;
• 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
• Good communicator and able to explain the Department's point of view
• 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.

Other requirements:

• Experience in women's football and project management is required

Advantages: 

• 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 ; 
• Place of service: Western Zone A member country (WAFU A).