The Central Zone of CAF (UNIFFAC) is recruiting a Marketing and Communications Manager

A)   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 ;
• 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 UNIFFAC in close collaboration with the Executive Director ;
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Executive Director.  

 

B)   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:

• 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.

 

(C) Benefits:

• 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: Libreville, Gabon

Contract duration: Unlimited

If you have the necessary qualifications and wish to work for an international sports organization, submit your application in French and/or English (cover letter, CV and diplomas). Only direct applications that meet all the required criteria will be considered. Please send your application to the following address : contact@uniffac.org

 

Application deadline: September 21, 2026