Research Coordinator - Freelancer (WAFU B) at the Confederation of African Football (CAF)

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) was founded in 1957 by four nations: Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia and South Africa. As the administrative body of the region, CAF manages competitions, offers technical and administrative training courses while actively fostering the promotion and practice of football. The Confederation organizes championships such as the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN or AFCON), the most popular competition. It maintains very close links with FIFA in coordinating tournaments for different events such as the World Cup, Youth and Women competitions and the Olympic Games Football Tournaments.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Coordinator - Freelancer (WAFU B)

Location: Nigeria

Description

• You believe you have the educational background and professional experience to elevate the organization to the highest international standards? WAFU B is looking to recruit a Research Coordinator (Freelancer)

Responsibilities

• Act as a focal point and liaison for research activities and correspondence between the WAFU B HQ, and Member Associations of the Zonal Unions.
• Coordinate and identify appropriate premises and requirements for research activities at the tournament.
• Liaising with the Research Lead regarding the appointment, training, and monitoring of research personnel in their Zonal Union
• Read, oversee, and manage the efficient conduct of research activities in their Zonal Unions.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures in regulatory frameworks, data management, and overall research activities.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and visualizations of research findings at Zonal level.
• Assist with harmonizing data collection and research activities in the Member Associations in the Zone.
• Manage the administrative needs relating to research activities in the Zonal Union.
• Maintain the Zonal Union research databases and control access as relevant.
• Maintain the Zonal Union calendar of research activities and deadlines.
• Assisting with other tasks and project support as needed.

Requirements (Profile)

• Bachelor's Degree in Sports Management, Sports Science, Statistics, or similar. Master’s degree or higher is an added advantage.
• Project management, Research methodology, or Data analytics certifications are an added advantage.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a research role, preferably in African sport
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a client facing role within the sports industry. Experience within a national/international environment is an added advantage.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the respective Zonal Union.
• Proficiency in French and English (Spoken and written). Any other relevant language from the Zonal Union would be an added advantage.

Additional requirements:

• Advanced MS Office skills
• Experience with data collection and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Qualtrics, SPSS, Excel)
• Understanding of the African football landscape
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Comfortable presenting and communicating research findings

We Offer

• An interesting and varied opportunity in an exciting and innovative organization.
• The opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2024.