The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is seeking a dynamic, dedicated, and results-oriented Competitions Officer to coordinate and manage football competitions at national and regional levels. The role is critical to ensuring that all BFA-sanctioned competitions are executed in compliance with FIFA, CAF, and COSAFA regulations, promoting the growth of football in Botswana.
Job Summary
- Type: full-time
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Sports Management
- Closing Date: 2026-06-12
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the official annual competition calendars for women, youth, and grassroots football.
- Align fixtures with FIFA/CAF/Confederation calendars and ensure compliance with club licensing standards.
- Collaborate with refereeing and technical departments for match officiating.
- Administer registration of clubs, players, and officials through FIFA Connect/CMS platforms.
- Oversee logistics: venues, equipment, accreditation, security, medical support.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with competition formats, disciplinary codes, and eligibility criteria.
- Serve as liaison with clubs, referees, host venues, and League Committees.
- Disseminate competition rules, fixture schedules, circulars.
- Interface with sponsors and partners to ensure branding and visibility during events.
- Ensure adherence to all applicable FIFA, CAF, COSAFA, and national football governance standards.
- Support implementation of club licensing and disciplinary processes.
- Track statistics: attendance, goals, cards, and other performance metrics.
- Produce season reviews, analytical reports, and improvement recommendations.
- Facilitate digitalization of competition data for online and social media platforms.
- Promote development initiatives in women’s football and youth leagues.
- Drive innovation: VAR readiness, digital ticketing, electronic match reporting.
- Organize training and workshops for match officials and club representatives.
Requirements
- Diploma in Sports Management, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in sports/football competition organization or administration.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven leadership and teamwork capabilities.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and accountability.
- In-depth knowledge of football governance, competition regulations (FIFA/CAF/COSAFA).
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Computer literacy including competition management systems and Microsoft Office.
Salary
Competitive, aligned with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- A cover letter detailing suitability for the role
- An up-to-date CV
- Certified academic and professional qualifications
- Contact details for at least two professional referees
Applications should be sent to: hr@bfa.co.bw
About the Company
The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is the governing body of association football in Botswana, and controls the national football team. It is an affiliate of FIFA, CAF and the COSAFA.