Position: FOOTBALL RESEARCH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MANAGER
Location: [Kampala, Uganda)
Department: Football Development
Supervised by: FUFA Football Development Director
Position Overview
The FUFA TMP recognises the modern-day requirement for data and technology to make informed decisions and support football on the field. Thus, the Football Research, Science, and Technology Manager will lead formulation, maintenance and management of football data, integration of cutting-edge research, scientific insights, and technological advancements into our football Programmes. This role involves overseeing research projects, implementing new technologies, and working closely with the FUFA Football Development Director to ensure that our FUFA TMP is at the forefront of global standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Sports science human resources: Shall design profiles and qualification of sports science human resource in FUFA particularly in professional side of the leagues.
- Sports science and psychology Policy design: Design a detailed FIFA Sports science policy regulating the internal and external areas of application.
- Technology Integration: Identify, evaluate, and implement technological solutions that can improve player performance, match analysis, injury prevention, and overall football development. Prepare and extend football performance standard tests. And maintain seasonal data
- Collaboration: Initiate relations for FUFA to wwork with academic institutions, research organizations, and technology providers to foster partnerships and collaborative projects that advance football science and technology.
- Data systems and Analysis: Monitor international and locally designed football data systems to aanalyse and interpret data from research and technology applications to provide actionable insights and recommendations for program improvements.
- Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive reports on research findings, technology implementations, and their impact on football development to the FUFA Football Development Director.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Sports Science, Sports Technology, Research, or a related field.
- Football Education: Proof of Football Administration and management course particularly FAMACO II shall be an added advantage
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in sports science, research, or technology management, with a proven track record in football or sports-related fields.
- Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in managing research projects and implementing technological solutions. Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of football dynamics, sports science principles, and emerging technologies relevant to football.
- Personal Traits: Innovative, detail-oriented, and a strategic thinker with a passion for advancing football through research and technology.
- ICT: Proficient ICT skills
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs, a cover letter detailing relevant experience, contact information of three professional references and send to [email protected] and [email protected] by August 17, 2024.
