VACANCY NOTICE: HEAD COACH – ZIMBABWE NATIONAL MEN’S TEAM (“THE WARRIORS”)

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe (with significant regional and international travel)
Contract Type: Fixed-term, performance-based
Reports to: The President and the ZIFA Executive Committee, through the General Secretary and the Technical & Development Committee

Closing Date: 30 October 2025

1) Job Purpose

The Head Coach will lead, manage and develop the Zimbabwe National Men’s Team (“The Warriors”) to achieve competitive excellence in COSAFA, AFCON and FIFA competitions. The role includes team selection, tactical strategy, training and performance management, aligned with ZIFA’s National Football Development Strategy.

2) Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of the national team’s technical and tactical programmes.
• Scout, identify and select players for national duty based on merit, performance and potential.
• Develop and implement a modern, data-driven, performance-based football philosophy.
• Supervise and mentor the technical staff (assistants, analysts, goalkeeper coach, medical).
• Design and execute effective training programmes and match-day strategies.
• Collaborate with the ZIFA Technical Department to align with youth development and talent pathways.
• Ensure professional standards of discipline, integrity and sportsmanship at all times.
• Submit periodic technical and performance reports to the ZIFA Technical & Development Committee.

(Note: Representation at CAF/FIFA events is the role of the Technical Director or General Secretary. The Head Coach may attend if specifically invited.)

3) Person Specification

Minimum Qualifications
• CAF Pro Licence or UEFA Pro Licence (or equivalent internationally recognised qualification).
• Tertiary qualification in Sport Science/Coaching/Football Management is an added advantage.

Experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ professional coaching experience at national team and/or top-tier club level.
• Demonstrable experience in African competitions (AFCON, CAF Champions League/Confederation Cup, COSAFA).
• Proven record of achieving results under pressure and managing national expectations.
• Experience managing elite players and multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills & Competencies
• Strong leadership and man-management, with success in multicultural environments.
• Advanced tactical knowledge and analytical ability.
• Excellent communication and media relations.
• High levels of professionalism, discipline and teamwork.

4) Remuneration

A competitive, performance-based package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

5) Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following (in one PDF):
• Detailed curriculum vitae (max 4 pages).
• Cover letter outlining coaching philosophy and achievements (max 2 pages).
• Copies of coaching licences and academic certificates.
• Contact details of at least three professional referees.
• Earliest availability and salary expectations.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ZIFA reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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