Ready to propel African football into a new era?
Do you believe you have the training and professional experience necessary to elevate the organization to the highest international standards? CAF is recruiting a Senior Procurement Manager – Events and Competitions.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage procurement for CAF competitions, events, and member associations.
Oversee the procurement tendering process, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract award for:
tournament organization;
match and team logistics;
security arrangements and safety requirements;
hospitality services and VIP and protocol arrangements; event support services and equipment; and the operational needs of member associations. Ensure full compliance with CAF procurement policies, governance standards, and financial regulations. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure high-quality service delivery. Coordinate closely with the competition, events, safety and security, and finance teams to define procurement requirements and delivery timelines. Develop sector-specific strategies, cost reduction initiatives, and performance improvement plans. Monitor supplier performance, service level agreements, and contractual compliance throughout event cycles. Contribute to risk assessment, contingency planning, and operational readiness for all CAF events. Support the continuous improvement of procurement processes and information systems. Requirements (profile): A bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPM, PMP) are an asset. Have at least 7 to 10 years of experience in procurement, ideally in the events, sports, or large-scale operations sectors. Possess strong expertise in supplier management, contract awarding, and developing industry strategies. Have experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Possess excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills.
Be able to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Have excellent written and spoken English skills; proficiency in one of the other official CAF languages (French or Arabic) is an asset.
Demonstrate a high level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to CAF values.
We offer:
Interesting and varied work in an exciting and innovative international organization.
Attractive employment conditions.
The opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team.
An excellent pension plan.
The position will be based at CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to gender, race, age, skin color, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
If you have the necessary qualifications and wish to work for a leading international sports organization, please submit your application in English (cover letter, CV, diplomas, and letters of recommendation).
Only direct applications that meet all the required criteria will be considered. Please send your CV to careers@cafonline.com.
Application deadline: December 28, 2025
