Football Academy Operations Coordinator

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations & Logistics

• Assist in coordinating training schedules, fixtures, and facility bookings
• Support matchday logistics including transport, equipment, and staffing
• Help organise domestic and international tournaments, camps, and tours

Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate player registration and documentation in line with Bahrain Football Association requirements
• Support compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and academy standards
• Prepare and update operational records for audits and reporting

Staff & Communication Support

• Liaise with coaching, medical, and performance staff to support daily operations
• Assist with scheduling meetings and coordinating internal communications
• Provide administrative support to the Academy Operations Manager

Player Services

• Support player welfare processes including accommodation, education, and logistics
• Assist with onboarding new players and maintaining player records

Equipment & Resources

• Coordinate ordering, distribution, and tracking of kit and training equipment
• Support inventory management and supplier coordination

🎓 Person Specification

Essential:

• Strong competence in both English and Arabic
• Strong understanding of elite academy environments
• Proven ability to manage complex logistics and events
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills with a can-do attitude

Desirable:

• Experience in football or high-performance sports operations
• Degree in Sports Management, Business, or related field
• Knowledge of FIFA / AFC frameworks

🧠 Key Competencies

• Strategic and operational planning
• Leadership in high-performance environments
• Cultural awareness and adaptability
• Attention to detail and compliance
• Ability to work under pressure

📢 Job Advert

Football Academy Operations Coordinator

Abdullah Bin Khalid Academy – Kingdom of Bahrain
📍 Bahrain | Full-Time

Abdullah Bin Khalid Academy is a flagship national football development programme in Bahrain, dedicated to producing the next generation of elite players for national and international competition in the first ever FIFA Academy.

We are seeking a highly motivated Football Academy Operations Coordinator to lead and deliver world-class academy operations within a high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Support the coordination of training, fixtures, and academy logistics

· Assist with player administration and operational compliance

· Help deliver domestic and international tournaments and camps

· Work closely with multidisciplinary staff to ensure smooth daily operations

👤 About You

· Fluent in both English and Arabic

• Organised, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work afternoon and evenings as core hours for the role
• Experience in sports or football administration (preferred)
• A strong team player with good communication skills

· Passionate about football and youth development