Background

The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), a leader in Uganda’s sports industry and an Equal Opportunity Employer, is pleased to announce twenty-two (22) career opportunities.

As part of our strategic mission to elevate Ugandan football to unprecedented standards, we are seeking highly qualified professionals to join our dynamic team. These roles offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic growth and professional expansion of the sport nationwide.

Job Title: Regional General Secretaries (RGS) – 8 Positions

Regions: - Western, Kitara, West Nile, Northern, North East, Eastern, Buganda, Kampala.

Reports to: Members Relationship Director

Department: CEO Office

Summary

To provide strategic, administrative, and operational leadership for FUFA activities within its regions, ensuring effective implementation of policies, competitions, and development programs in alignment with FUFA statutes and national football objectives. The role serves as the primary link between FUFA headquarters and regional stakeholders, promoting good governance, compliance, growth and expansion of football at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

1. Administration & Governance

• Oversee the day-to-day administration of the regional office in line with FUFA policies and statutes.
• Ensure compliance with FUFA regulations, national laws, and governance standards.
• Coordinate regional meetings, including Executive Committee and stakeholders’ engagements.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation of regional activities.

2. Competitions Management

• Supervise the organization and management of all regional competitions and leagues.
• Ensure adherence to competition rules, fixtures, and disciplinary processes.
• Liaise with FUFA Competitions Department on calendars, licensing, and club compliance.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary liaison between FUFA and regional stakeholders (clubs, district associations, referees, coaches, and partners).
• Strengthen relationships with local authorities, sponsors, and football development partners.
• Promote FUFA programs and initiatives across the region.

4. Football Development

• Support implementation of grassroots, youth, women, and elite football development programs.
• Coordinate training, capacity-building, and education programs for coaches, referees, and administrators.
• Monitor and report on football development progress within the region.

5. Financial & Resource Management

• Support budgeting and financial planning for regional activities.
• Ensure proper accountability and utilization of funds in accordance with FUFA financial guidelines.
• Facilitate resource mobilization and partnerships at regional level.

6. Reporting & Communication

• Prepare and submit periodic reports to FUFA headquarters on regional activities.
• Ensure effective internal and external communication of FUFA policies and updates.
• Manage regional data and contribute to FUFA’s central information systems.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proven ability to guide diverse teams, foster a high-performance culture, and implement initiatives that align with FUFA’s strategic goals.
• Deep understanding of sports governance, regulatory frameworks, and the operations unique to the football industry.
• Excellent communication through oral, written, and digital channels to maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners
• Skilled in sports Organizational project coordination, task prioritization, and resource optimization to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.
• Good insight of budgeting and financial management.
• Committed to the highest standards of transparency and ethical conduct, ensuring organizational credibility and compliance.
• Strong command of IT & Digital tools

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Business Administration and Sports Management or any relevant field

• Oversee the day-to-day administration of the regional office in line with FUFA policies and statutes.
• Ensure compliance with FUFA regulations, national laws, and governance standards.
• Coordinate regional meetings, including Executive Committee and stakeholders’ engagements.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation of regional activities.
• Supervise the organization and management of all regional competitions and leagues.
• Ensure adherence to competition rules, fixtures, and disciplinary processes.
• Liaise with FUFA Competitions Department on calendars, licensing, and club compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison between FUFA and regional stakeholders (clubs, district associations, referees, coaches, and partners).
• Strengthen relationships with local authorities, sponsors, and football development partners.
• Promote FUFA programs and initiatives across the region.
• Support implementation of grassroots, youth, women, and elite football development programs.
• Coordinate training, capacity-building, and education programs for coaches, referees, and administrators.
• Monitor and report on football development progress within the region.
• Support budgeting and financial planning for regional activities.
• Ensure proper accountability and utilization of funds in accordance with FUFA financial guidelines.
• Facilitate resource mobilization and partnerships at regional level.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports to FUFA headquarters on regional activities.
• Ensure effective internal and external communication of FUFA policies and updates.
• Manage regional data and contribute to FUFA’s central information systems.

• Proven ability to guide diverse teams, foster a high-performance culture, and implement initiatives that align with FUFA’s strategic goals.
• Deep understanding of sports governance, regulatory frameworks, and the operations unique to the football industry.
• Excellent communication through oral, written, and digital channels to maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners
• Skilled in sports Organizational project coordination, task prioritization, and resource optimization to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.
• Good insight of budgeting and financial management.
• Committed to the highest standards of transparency and ethical conduct, ensuring organizational credibility and compliance.
• Strong command of IT & Digital tools

• Bachelors in Business Administration and Sports Management or any relevant field