Senior Manager - Corporate Events, Hospitality and VIP Management 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: Senior Manager - Corporate Events, Hospitality and VIP Management

Location: Cairo, Egypt

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive operational plans for Corporate Events and VIP Management
• Lead and manage the relevant teams, providing guidance, mentorship, and establishing clear accountability
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all events and VIP services
• Establish and manage digital systems for guest tracking, RSVP management, and operational efficiency
• Oversee VIP guest relations, including maintaining detailed guest profiles and managing special requirements
• Coordinate cross-departmental collaboration for major events, particularly AFCON 2025
• Develop and implement crisis management plans for handling last-minute changes
• Manage budgets and resource allocation effectively
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, FIFA representatives, and sponsors

Requirements (Profile)

• Master's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Event Management, Hospitality Management, Business Administration)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate events and VIP management, with proven experience in international sporting events
• Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic operational plans
• Experience managing large-scale events (1000+ attendees)
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships
• Strong knowledge of digital event management tools and systems
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities
• English – C1
• Fluency in French, Arabic or Portuguese (at least one of CAF's official languages besides English)
• Strong understanding of football industry and sporting events
• Proficiency in event management software, MS Office suite, and digital collaboration tools.

We Offer

• 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.
• Quality social security coverage.
• An excellent pension schemes.

Application Closing Date
25th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to gender, race, age, skin colour, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or on any other grounds.
• If you have the necessary qualifications and are keen to work for a top international sporting organization, submit your application in English (Motivation Letter, CV, Diplomas, and Reference Letters).
• Only direct applications who meet all the required criteria will receive consideration.