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Job Advertisement – Youth National Team Head Coach

May 2, 2019

Botswana Football being on the edge of a new era of football culture and development is looking for a highly qualified coach for U17 and U20 national teams.

Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to develop players in the youth teams and assist with the development programmes in the Association.

Minimum: B-License / A-License Coaching qualification
Educational Requirements: Cambridge Oversees Certificate or equivalent
Experience: 5 Years Coaching Experience in a Premier League or National Team
Core: Leadership, Conflict Management
Competencies: Organisational understanding, Professionalism, Team Leadership

Key Output

Ensure that the National Youth Team qualify for the next AYC and proceed to the knockout stages thus qualifying for the FIFA World Youth Championship.

Ensure that teams qualify for continental tournaments (CAF).

Ensure that plans and programmes are in place for each specific cycle of the National Team.

Ensure ongoing interaction, communication and consultation with BFA’s Technical Director.

Ensure ongoing interaction with the Coaches of other National Teams.

Scout and selects players for the National Teams.

Strategically plans all training sessions for the National Team in preparation for all matches and competitions.

Job Status

2 year contract

Qualifying candidates should deliver their applications, curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificates and Identity Card to:

The Chief Executive officer
Botswana Football Association
PO Box 1396
Gaborone

Or email to bfa@bfa.co.bw.

Only qualifying candidate/s will be contacted.

Closing date is 17 May 2019.

For Further information required contact the CEO Office on: Phone: 3900279

All applications will be treated in strict confidence

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Botswana and Algeria Strengthen Sports Ties, with Football Development in Focus

Francistown, Botswana – The Honourable Minister of Sport & Arts, Mr. Jacob Kelebeng, recently welcomed a courtesy visit from Honourable Walid Sadi, Algeria’s Minister of Youth & Sports, along with His Excellency Ambassador Abdelmalek Tigharhar of Algeria.

The discussions centered on fostering collaboration between the two nations in sports development, with particular emphasis on Paralympics, football, boxing, and athletics. This engagement presents valuable opportunities for Botswana to benefit from Algeria’s advanced sporting infrastructure, training programs, and technical expertise.

As part of the visit, Honourable Sadi also met with BFA President Mr. Tariq Babitseng, alongside Minister Kelebeng. Discussions highlighted Algeria’s well-established football development structures, coaching programs, and talent identification pathways, which could serve as a benchmark for Botswana’s football growth strategy.

BFA President Emphasizes Football Development

Speaking on the significance of the engagement, BFA President Mr. Tariq Babitseng expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, noting that Botswana stands to gain valuable insights from Algeria’s football model.

“Football development remains a key priority for the BFA, and this engagement allows us to benchmark against one of Africa’s leading football nations. Algeria’s structured approach to grassroots football, coaching development, and high-performance training presents a great learning opportunity for Botswana. We are excited about the potential collaborations that will enhance our football structures and elevate the sport in the country,” said Babitseng.

The Minister was accompanied by Permanent Secretary Ms. Nancy Chengeta of the Ministry of Sport & Arts (MOSA), along with key sports leadership figures, including:

✅ BNSC Chairperson: Mr. Marumo Morule

✅ BNSC CEO: Mr. Tuelo D. Serufho

✅ BNSC Executive Management

✅ Botswana Football Association (BFA) Executives

✅ Various dignitaries and stakeholders

The BFA remains committed to building strategic international partnerships that contribute to the growth, professionalization, and long-term sustainability of football in Botswana.