Location: AIFF-FIFA-Telangana Talent Academy , Hyderabad, Telangana

Reports to: Operations Lead

Type: Full-time | Residential | Fixed-Term (FIFA TDS Project)

Role Overview The Operations Coordinator (one male and one female) will be responsible for the day-to-day operational, welfare, and logistical management of youth players at the AIFF-FIFA-Telangana Talent Academy in Hyderabad

This is a full-time residential role requiring dedication, structure, and strong interpersonal skills to ensure a secure, inclusive, and high-performance environment for young footballers

Key Responsibilities

Team & Player Administration

Manage all non-technical functions of the team including accommodation, meals, kit and equipment handling, travel coordination, and daily routines

Maintain accurate records for each player?IDs, medical files, academic schedules, disciplinary logs, and attendance

Ensure smooth implementation of academy schedules and maintain order in all off-field activities

Player Welfare, Safety & Discipline

Ensure the safety, well-being, and emotional support of all players, with a special emphasis on safeguarding minors

Act as the first responder in emergencies and coordinate with medical and support staff when required

Uphold AIFFs safeguarding and player protection protocols at all times

Communication & Liaison

Serve as a communication bridge between the players, technical/coaching staff, administrative personnel, and parents/guardians





Share regular player updates with relevant internal stakeholders and coordinate parent communication regarding welfare, academics, and logistics

Support to Academy Operations

Assist in organizing academy activities including workshops, exposure trips, player assessments, events, and tournaments

Submit regular operational and welfare reports to the Project Manager

Enforce discipline and compliance with AIFFs Code of Conduct and Academy Rules

Essential

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in any discipline

Minimum 2 years of experience in sports team management, academy operations, or youth-focused programs

Strong coordination, documentation, and communication skills

Fluency in English and Hindi (Telugu proficiency will be an added advantage)

Willingness to work full-time in a residential setup (accommodation and meals provided by the academy)

Preferred

Prior experience in managing adolescent athletes, preferably in a residential sports environment

Understanding of safeguarding standards and crisis-response protocols

Gender-Specific Notes

One male and one female staff will be appointed to cater to the needs of both genders in a respectful and safe environment

Staff are expected to uphold gender sensitivity, inclusion, and safeguarding at all times

Safeguarding & Wellbeing The candidate must uphold the highest standards of player safety, welfare, and integrity, ensuring a positive and respectful training environment at all times

Application Deadline: 21

📌 Operations Coordinator (2 Positions 1 Male, 1 Female) (Hyderabad)
🏢 All India Football Federation
📍 Hyderabad