CAF (African Football) Job Vacancies 2025 – Careers in Sports Event Management
CAF (African Football) Job Vacancies 2025 – Careers in Sports Event Management
CAF (Confederation of African Football) is the governing body of African football, founded in 1957 with founding members Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, and South Africa. Today, CAF represents 54 African Member Associations with its headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. CAF organizes premier football competitions across Africa and works closely with FIFA to promote football development on the continent.
Join CAF – Your Career in African Football and Sports Event Management
CAF is hiring qualified professionals for multiple positions in football event management, competitions management, and youth football development. These are exciting opportunities for sports management professionals seeking a career in African football administration.
Open Positions
1. Inter-Clubs Officer
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree / Diploma in Sports Management
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Event management certification is a plus
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Minimum 2 years of experience in football or sports event management
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Expertise in match operations, tournament management, and teams & officials’ communication
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Fluent in English & French; Arabic/Portuguese is an asset
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Strong communication, organizational, and IT skills
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Ability to work in a multicultural environment under dynamic conditions
2. Youth Competitions Officer
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree / Diploma in Sports Management
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Event management certification is an advantage
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in football or sports competitions management
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Strong project management and motivational leadership skills
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Fluent in English & French; Arabic/Portuguese is an asset
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Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills
3. National Teams Officer
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree / Diploma in Sports Management
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in football/sports event management
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Expertise in competition operations, match organization, and communication with teams & officials
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Strong leadership, project management, and IT skills
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Fluent in English & French; Arabic/Portuguese is an asset
4. Competitions Strategy & Planning Officer
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree / Diploma in Sports Management
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Event management certification preferred
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in football or sports event management
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Strong understanding of competition strategy, tournament operations, and multi-team coordination
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Fluent in English & French; Arabic/Portuguese is an asset
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Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
5. Senior Manager – Football Events
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration
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Minimum 10 years’ experience in event management or sports event production
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Strong expertise in technical event production, project delivery, and multi-project coordination
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Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
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Fluent in English & French; other CAF official languages are a plus
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Flexibility to travel and proficiency in Microsoft Office & event management tools
What CAF Offers
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Exciting career in a leading international football organization
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Attractive employment conditions and social security coverage
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Excellent pension schemes
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Opportunity to work in a highly committed multicultural team
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Location: CAF Headquarters – Cairo, Egypt
Application Deadline
16 September 2025
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit their CV, motivation letter, diplomas, and reference letters in English. Only direct applications meeting all criteria will be considered.
📧 Send applications to: careers@cafonline.com
📍 Location: CAF Headquarters – Cairo, Egypt
CAF is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, religion, or sexual orientation.
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