Football Research Science &Technology Manager job at Federation of Uganda Football Associations
About the Organization
Job Description
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations is the governing body of association football in Uganda. The association was founded in 1924, became affiliated with FIFA in 1960 and the Confederation of African Football in 1961. In 1973, FUFA went ahead and got affiliated with CECAFA.
In line with FUFA Technical Masterplan 2023-2030, FUFA is recruiting to fill new positions in Football Development Department. Qualified personnel are invited to apply for the following position
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Duties and Responsibilities
Programme Management: Elaborate, implement, and oversee activities of mass football aimed at increasing participation from grassroots age to all for men and women.
Mass football human resources: Collaborate in development and extension of Programmes for increasing human resource for mass football from players, coaches, referees and administrators of the game across all the Regions
Mass football competitions: Programmes to support mass football competitions, regulations, relations and stakeholder’s forum, innovations, advocacy Programmes and football equipment.
Playground/playing surfaces: stakeholders’ engagement in development and improvement of basic playing surfaces for football, futsal and beach soccer, specific Programmes and projects for provision of footballs for mass football
Mass football governance: Establishment of regulation and framework for regulation of mass football, development and promotion of FUFA framework for competitions authorization. Development of initiative to promote safety and security in mass football
Beach soccer and futsal: Coordinate initiatives to develop beach soccer and futsal in cooperation with related associations governing those 5 aside games
Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on program outcomes, participation statistics, and stakeholders’ feedback to the Head of department.
Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognized University. Physical Education additional qualifications in football coaching or management are advantageous.
Football Education: Proof of Football Administration and management course particularly FAMACO II shall be an added advantage
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in sports management, community engagement, or a similar role, preferably with a focus on football.
Skills: Strong organisational and leadership skills with a proven ability to manage large-scale Programmes and events. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge: Deep understanding of football at grassroots levels stakeholders’ relations and project management.
Personal Traits: Enthusiastic, proactive, and a team player with a passion for promoting all forms of football under FUFA.
ICT: Proficient ICT skills
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs, a cover letter detailing relevant experience, contact information of three professional references and send to vacancy@fufa.co.ug and fufaceo@gmail.com
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