During this period, the candidates will be assigned to the Confederation’s Competitions and Football Events Division (CFED) and the Member Association (MA) Division, where they will have the opportunity to observe the day-to-day operations of the AFC.

 

Underlining the AFC’s ambitions to provide focused and dedicated services to maximise the potential of its MAs and Regional Associations, the capacity-building initiative will enable the participants to hone their existing skills and enhance their understanding of best practices in football administration at the Continental level.

Upon the completion of the training period, the candidates will be expected to share their learnings with their respective organisations and recommend the implementation of necessary policies.

 

Built on the legacy of the AFC Internship Programme, the Knowledge Sharing Programme has already successfully trained 28 individuals from 18 MAs, while also extending the opportunity to as many as five independent candidates.

 

The programme, aimed at fostering a culture of continuous enhancement in football administration across the Continent, is yet another example of the AFC’s resolve to be a leading Confederation and make football the number one sport in Asia.

The AFC Knowledge Sharing Programme is open to all employees of the AFC’s MAs and RAs. Moreover, the AFC Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE) Valedictorians will also have the opportunity to be part of the programme.