Category: Job Postings

Job Title	Grassroots & Community Outreach Manager
Position Type	Full Time
Reports to	Academy Director
Location	Kochi, Kerala.

About:

Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, competing in the Indian Super League. Built on the pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity, and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to be the biggest football club in India, generating young and talented players who represent the club at the national level and the country on the international playing field, thereby reinforcing Kerala’s legacy in the sport.

Purpose:

Are you passionate about fostering grassroots football and building community engagement? As our Grassroots and Community Outreach Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of developing and implementing grassroots initiatives, creating proprietary tournaments, and managing relationships with educational institutions, corporate groups, and community partners. Your role will be instrumental in expanding our grassroots football ecosystem and driving community involvement.

Key Responsibilities:

●       Act as the primary liaison between the Club and YBSA.

●   Collaborate with YBSA to plan and oversee grassroots activities.

●   Develop and implement proprietary tournaments and leagues within Kerala’s grassroots football ecosystem.

●   Design and launch school-level football tournaments and leagues across Kerala.

●   Build relationships with educational institutions to encourage participation.

●   Manage promotion, registration, and administration of events.

●   Establish football tournaments and leagues for corporate groups, including tech companies, business sectors, and government bodies.

●   Engage corporate partners to secure sponsorships and participation.

●   Organize and manage events to foster community spirit.

●   Oversee and conduct regular audits of YBSA operations.

●   Ensure efficient operation and management of YBSA elite centers (U8 to U13).

●   Monitor progress and performance of elite center initiatives.

●       Oversee branding of YBSA centers.

Requirements:

●       Master’s degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, or related field.

●   Prior experience in grassroots football development, community outreach, or event management, preferably within a sports organization.

●   Strong understanding of football culture and community engagement.

●   Excellent organizational and project management skills.

●   Strong leadership and communication abilities, with the capacity to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

●   Ability to manage budgets and financial aspects of community programs.

●   Passion for football and a commitment to fostering grassroots talent.

●   Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate event schedules.

●       Willingness to travel occasionally for event management and community outreach activities.

Interested candidates to send their CV along with a cover letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com. The subject of the email must be “Grassroots and Community Outreach Manager – Kerala Blasters Football Club”. The deadline for submissions is 15th July 2024.

Job Title	Sports Massage Therapist – First Team
Position Type	Full Time
Reports to	Head Physiotherapist
Location	Ernakulam

About:

    Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club in the National level but also the country in an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose:   

 We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Sports Massage Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality massage treatments to our athletes, helping them prevent injuries, enhance performance, and maintain optimal physical condition. This role requires a professional who can work in a comfortable setting, understand the unique needs of athletes, and contribute to their overall well-being

Key Responsibilities:

Requirements:

If you are passionate about sports and have the skills to enhance our athletes’ physical health, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please email your CV to careers@kbfcofficial.com with the subject of “Sports Massage Therapist – First Team of Kerala Blasters FC”

Job Title	Sponsorship Executive
Position Type	Full Time
Reports to	Chief Revenue Officer
Location	Hybrid

About:

Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club in the National level but also the country in an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose:

Ready to step into the shoes of a Sponsorship Executive at KBFC? In this role, you’ll be instrumental in assisting our Chief Revenue Officer in managing sponsorship agreements and fostering strong relationships with our sponsors. Your efforts will directly contribute to our revenue growth and enhance our brand’s standing, delivering an exceptional experience for our stakeholders alike. If you’re driven and passionate with a knack for strategic thinking, we want you on our team. Join us and help shape the future of sponsorship at KBFC.

Responsibilities:

• Sponsorship Acquisition: Assist in identifying potential sponsors and pitching sponsorship opportunities to them.
• Proposal Development: Support in creating compelling sponsorship proposals tailored to the needs and objectives of potential sponsors.
• Contract Negotiation: Assist in negotiating sponsorship agreements, ensuring terms are mutually beneficial and aligned with club objectives.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing sponsors, serving as a primary point of contact for their inquiries and needs.
• Activation Planning: Collaborate with internal teams to develop activation plans that maximize sponsor visibility and engagement during club events and matches.
• Asset Management: Oversee the inventory of sponsorship assets and ensure proper utilization by sponsors according to contractual agreements.
• Performance Tracking: Assist in tracking sponsorship performance metrics and providing regular reports to sponsors on the impact of their investments.
• Budget Management: Support the Sponsorship Manager in managing the sponsorship budget and ensuring expenses stay within allocated limits.
• Event Coordination: Assist in coordinating sponsor-related events, hospitality experiences, and other activations before, during, and after matches.
• Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends and competitor sponsorships to identify new opportunities and maintain a competitive edge.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Sports Management, or related field.
• Prior experience of 2-3 in sponsorship, marketing, or sales roles, preferably within the sports industry.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite .
• Knowledge of football and the sports sponsorship landscape is preferred
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate match schedules and sponsor events.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for sponsor meetings and events

Interested candidates to send CV along with cover letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com.

Subject of the email must be “Sponsorship Executive – Kerala Blasters Football Club”

Job Title	Merchandise and E-commerce Manager
Position Type	Full Time
Reports to	Chief Revenue Officer
Location	Hybrid

About:

Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club in the National level but also the country in an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose: 

Are you ready to take charge as our dynamic Merchandise and E-commerce Manager? In this pivotal role, you’ll lead our merchandise business from start to finish, driving product development, optimizing inventory, boosting sales, and ensuring top-notch customer experiences on our e-commerce platform.

If you’re someone with 2-3 years of proven experience in this arena and a genuine passion for the industry, we’re eager to connect with you. Join us in shaping the future of our club’s merchandise endeavours

Responsibilities:

• Merchandise Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive merchandise strategy aligned with the club’s brand identity and fan preferences.
• Product Development: Collaborate with suppliers and designers to create a diverse range of merchandise items, including apparel, accessories, and novelty items.
• Inventory Management: Manage merchandise inventory levels, including forecasting demand, ordering stock, and optimizing stock rotation to minimize excess inventory and stockouts.
• E-commerce Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the club’s e-commerce platform, ensuring a seamless shopping experience for fans.
• Website Management: Supervise the maintenance and optimization of the club’s website, including product listings, pricing, and promotional campaigns.
• Sales and Revenue Generation: Develop sales strategies to drive revenue growth through merchandise sales, leveraging both online and offline channels.
• Marketing and Promotions: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute promotional campaigns to drive traffic and sales on the e-commerce platform.
• Customer Service: Ensure high-quality customer service standards are maintained, including timely order fulfillment, efficient returns processing, and responsive customer support.
• Data Analysis: Analyze sales data, website traffic, and customer feedback to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Licensing and Partnerships: Manage licensing agreements with suppliers and partners to expand the range of merchandise offerings and enhance brand visibility.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the merchandise and e-commerce budget, ensuring expenses are within allocated limits while maximizing ROI.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of merchandising and e-commerce professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.Craft and implement inventive social media tactics aimed at enhancing brand visibility, fostering interaction, and fostering expansion.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, E-commerce, or related field.
• Prior experience in a similar role with experience of 3-5 Years within a football club or sports organization or in retail merchandising and e-commerce sales is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms, website management, and digital marketing strategies.
• Proficiency in e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Magento, or WooCommerce.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Passion for football and knowledge of football culture and fan behavior.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate match schedules and promotional events.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for merchandise sourcing, industry events, and promotional activities.

Interested candidates to send CV along with cover letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com.

Subject of the email must be “Merchandise and E-commerce Manager – Kerala Blasters Football Club”

Job	Volunteers/ Interns
Position Type	Internship
Reports to	Academy Director
Location	Kochi

About:

Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club in the National level but also the country in an international playing field, thereby reinforcingthe legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose:

To work with the KBFC Academy staffs in successfully organizing various academy and grassroots tournaments/activities.

Responsible for:

● Organising and scheduling of various KBFC academy and grassroots tournaments/activities such as Golden Baby Leagues, Corporate Tournaments, Grassroots festivals etc.
● Helping in registering teams and players for each tournament.
● Ensuring rules and regulations set by the KBFC Academy Operations team in accordance with Children’s
Competition guidelines and AIFF regulations are followed throughout all the tournaments and events.
● Ensuring all the teams and players are aware of the rules and regulations and adhere to it.
● Fostering good sportsmanship in all teams, players, resolving disputes, and addressing bad behavior in a timely manner.
● Ensuring all the necessary match details (final score, goal scorers, team lineup etc) are updated accurately in timely manner.
● Following all match day protocols and checklists.

Who we are looking for:

● Well-versed with Word, Excel and other documenting systems.
● Preferably a person who is a sports management degree holder or a person who is pursuing sports management currently.
● Preferably a person who resides in and around Kochi
● Leadership Orientation
● Accepts accountability for all tasks and is able to take responsibility for outcomes

Interested candidates to send CV along with Covering Letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com. Subject of the email must be “Volunteers/Interns – KBFC Academy”

Job Title	Kit Manager – Youth Team
Position Type	Full-time
Reports to	Team Manager/ Academy Ops Manager
Location	Kochi

About
Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars Collectivism, Inclusivity, and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to be the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represent the club at the National level but also the country at an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose:

To Ensure youth teams have all the equipment and supplies to perform at their best on the field

Responsible for:

• To work and assist in coordination with the Team Manager
• Coordinate the team training and match day schedules.
• To provide support to the players, coaches & other club officials
• Inventory management of merchandise and equipment of the team
• Organize the distribution and collection of kits and ensure they are worn correctly.
• To arrange the travel services to the team, coaches, and club officials efficiently.
• Organize equipment for team practices and games.
• Helping the Operations team as and when required.
• To carry out the services/activities as required for the reserve team and youth teams of the club
• Undertake such other duties as are reasonably requested by the Company.

Who we are looking for:

• 0-1 years of experience in sports industry  
• Professional Proficiency in English and Hindi
• Accepts accountability for all tasks and is able to take responsibility for outcomes
• Experience in achieving outcomes and results through influencing the way resources are utilized as well as in managing them directly
• Communication skills to cater to internal/external stakeholders
• Proactive in planning, organizing, and managing multiple priorities
• Comfortable with ambiguity and navigating fast-paced changes

Interested candidates are to send a CV along with a cover letter to careers@kbfcofficial.Com.
The subject of the email must be “ KIT MANAGER- YOUTH TEAM ”

Job Title	Youth Academy Physiotherapist
Position Type	Full-time
Reports to	Head Coach Academy
Location	Kottayam

About:
Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club in the National level but also the country in an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose:
To provide physiotherapy treatment for the academy players

Responsible for:

Will be responsible for the Youth Academy team’s physiotherapy treatments.
Plan prevention and prehab exercises to be followed for the Youth Academy Team.
To help the team in the field – warmup, main session and warm down.
To teach players on injury prevention, developing strength and endurance, and overall well-being.
To organize any medical requirements – medicines, treatments, tests and prevention from injuries and sickness.
To teach the importance of hygiene and cleanliness.
To plan a program for rehab of injured players and maintain medical reports of all players.
Inform and advise the young players the importance of rest and recovery and having healthy food.
Reporting of all injuries to the manager/coaching staff/board etc. and providing updates on all player’s rehabilitation progress.
Arrange and attend consultations with surgeons, medical personnel, MRI scans, X Rays, or any other external appointment as necessary using sound clinical reasoning.
Completing comprehensive medical records for all players
Shall provide all necessary documents and reports for insurance purposes during and after the tournament.
Shall be accountable for inventory management of all physio and medical equipment/consumables.
To carry out the services/activities as required for other age group youth teams and senior teams of the club.
To attend trials of the youth academy/reserve team as per the scouting team’s advice
To conduct Physiotherapy workshops as per club policy involving internal/external stakeholders.
Undertake such other duties as are reasonably requested by the Company
Maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
To carry out reasonable services/activities as required.

Who we are looking for:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy/ Master of Physiotherapy
1-2 years of experience in Physiotherapy, preferably football
Professional Proficiency in English and Malayalam
Accepts accountability for all tasks and is able to take responsibility for outcomes
Experience in achieving outcomes and results through influencing the way resources are utilized as well as in managing them directly
Communication skills to cater to internal/external stakeholders
Proactive in planning, organizing, and managing multiple priorities
Comfortable with ambiguity and navigating fast-paced changes

Interested candidates to send CV along with Covering Letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com.
Subject of the email must be “Youth Academy Physiotherapist”

Job Title	Youth Academy Goalkeeper Coach
Position Type	Full-time
Reports to	Head Coach Academy/ Director of Academy
Location	Kottayam/Kochi

About:
Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club in the National level but also the country in an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose:
To train Goalkeepers of the youth academy of Club

Responsible for:

• To train the youth teams, Goalkeepers
• Attend all Matches and participate in any matches in which the Club is involved;
• Focus on developing young goalkeepers, scouted by the club;
• Conduct sessions with goalkeepers from the club’s youth teams based on schedule.
• Schedule, organize, and participate in training and every practice session;
• Coach to the best of his skill and ability at all times in both matches and training;
• Carry out off-field duties as reasonably expected of a professional football Goalkeeper coach;
• Assist and work with the Technical Director and Head Coaches of the teams
• To Scout and identify talents and recommend to Technical Director for trials and inductions for senior, reserve and youth teams;
• To travel as and when required to conduct trials all over the state and also outside the State of Kerala for selection and talent identification;
• Identify talents across all age groups
• Prepare scouting reports after trails
• Evaluation and monitoring progress of players identified
• Interact with coaches of KBFC to identify specific requirements
• Interact with coaches and scouts to build a scouting network across India
• Maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
• To carry out reasonable services/activities as required.

Who we are looking for:

• Min AFC Goalkeeping Level 1
• 1-2 Years of Coaching Goalkeepers
• Strong Communication and Leadership skills
• Excellent Knowledge of technical and tactical aspects of the goalkeeping positions
• Accepts accountability for all tasks and is able to take responsibility for outcomes
• Experience in achieving outcomes and results through influencing the way resources are utilized as well as in managing them directly
• Proactive in planning, organizing and managing multiple priorities
• Comfortable with ambiguity and navigating fast-paced changes

Interested candidates to send CV along with Covering Letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com.
Subject of the email must be “Youth Academy Goalkeeping Coach

Job Title	Youth Academy Scout/ Analyst
Position Type	Full-time
Reports to	Head Coach Academy/ Director of Academy
Location	Kottayam/Kochi

About

Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club in the National level but also the country in an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Posting

To provide reports and data on new and current players performances and assist the club in identifying the best talents available.

Responsible for

• To create, collate and monitor scouting intelligence effectively, using all available resources
• Identify potential Youth Teams, Reserve Team, and First Team transfer targets.
• To develop a network of contacts in youth football India and Specified age range in order to maximize coverage and ensure the Club has a working knowledge of all talented young players.
• To maintain a working knowledge of all players who have either previously been signed/registered with the Academy but have since been released or have had unsuccessful periods of training and assessment, in order to identify any potential late developers.
• To maintain and submit accurate and detailed records of all matches attended and players scouted and monitor scouting database
• Create and present Talent ID Videos on request
• Deliver regular training to the Video Scouts and Consultants to ensure they are reporting correctly and understand the KBFC Style of Play.
• Gather market intelligence to build the Scouting Database.
• Coordinate and manage Video Scouts
• Create and present a Scouting report as requested.
• Carry out extensive background checks on players that have been identified as potential transfer targets.
•  Provide post-match report and opposition team report before and after the match.
• Capture and analyze the practice video sessions.
• Provide statistics based on the coach’s requirement.
• Research on players potential for recruitment (Stats and Video)
• Maintain all types of Statistics of players in the I League, 2nd Division, State Leagues, Youth League, etc.
• Research on ISL, I-League, State League, Youth Leagues to check the trends and adapt to the upcoming season.
• Keep confidential any information gained regarding the transfer targets, Club and its personnel.
• Maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
• To carry out the reasonable services/activities as required.

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s Degree, Certificate in Sports Analysis/Analysis Software is a plus
• 1-2 years of experience in sports analysis, preferably football analysis
• Knowledge of using different analysis tools and software.
• Professional Proficiency in English
• Accepts accountability for all tasks and is able to take responsibility for outcomes
• Experience in achieving outcomes and results through influencing the way resources are utilized as well as in managing them directly
• Communication skills to cater to internal/external stakeholders
• Proactive in planning, organizing, and managing multiple priorities
• Comfortable with ambiguity and navigating fast-paced changes

Interested candidates to send CV along with Covering Letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com. Subject of the email must be “Youth Academy Scout/Analyst”

About

Kerala Blasters Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Kochi, Kerala, that competes in the Indian Super League. The club is built on three strong pillars of Collectivism, Inclusivity, and Sportsmanship, KBFC aims to being the biggest Football Club in India that generates young and talented players who not just represents the club at the National level but also the country at an international playing field, thereby reinforcing the legacy of Kerala towards the sport.

Purpose
To manage a team of players and support staff and prepare them during training and competition events for sporting performance and ensure continuous improvement of technical skills.

Responsible For
● Organizing and scheduling trials and shortlisting potential players.
● Determining individual player abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, and factoring these into the gameplay and strategy sessions.
● Establishing rules and regulations and ensuring players are familiar with them.
● Organizing team building sessions and activities off the field.
● Fostering good sportsmanship in all team players, resolving disputes, and addressing bad behavior in a timely manner.
● Identifying exceptional players who might be scouted for Senior Category teams
● Develop and evaluate player performance.
● Conducting research and analyzing previous games to develop game plans, tactics, techniques, formations, and strategies.
● To take responsibility for their own continuous professional development and attend relevant training courses to improve their coaching delivery
● To follow and implement program given by head of youth development
● Maintaining flexibility in a work schedule that may include days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
● To provide appropriate mentoring, support and guidance to other coaches, players, and support staff
● To continually monitor and evaluate all sessions, activities, and programs and provide the Head of youth development with concise progress reports and  training logs linked to agreed work programmes;
● Plans, implements and evaluates practice sessions.
● Develops effective game plans. Prepares team physically, mentally and emotionally for competition; maintains and meets high expectations for team athletic success.
● Ensure all support staff are in attendance
● Attend all competition-related press conferences as required under competition regulations
● Attend all media-related duties
● Be part of Grassroots Programs designed by the club
● Responsible for knowledge-sharing session with Young Blasters Coaches
● Any other duties as defined by the Head of Youth Development/Academy Director/Sporting Director/ Wholetime Director from time to time

Who we are looking For
● AFC B License Diploma or equivalent license
● Preferably 2 years of coaching experience in Football Clubs/Academies/National Level
● Professional Proficiency in English
● Leadership Orientation
● Accepts accountability for all tasks and is able to take responsibility for outcomes
● Experience in achieving outcomes and results through influencing the way resources are utilized as well as in managing them directly.
● Strong people management experience.
● Communication skills to cater to internal/external stakeholders
● Proactive in planning, organizing, and managing multiple priorities
● Comfortable with ambiguity and navigating fast-paced changes

Interested candidates to send their CV along with a Covering Letter to careers@kbfcofficial.com Subject of the email must be “Youth Team Coach – Kerala Blasters Academy”