Discover how Jobs4football successfully recruited a General Manager for PASS Abu Dhabi, overcoming time-sensitive challenges and delivering exceptional results for a pivotal role.

INTRODUCTION:

PASS Soccer Director Seth Amoafo turned to Jobs4football to recruit a crucial General Manager position for his leading football academy in Abu Dhabi. With a reputation for delivering high-quality talent acquisition solutions in the Gulf region, Jobs4football was tasked with finding a candidate who could balance football expertise with business acumen, ensuring the future momentum of PASS programs both on and off the pitch. This case study highlights how Jobs4football overcame challenges to deliver an ideal candidate in a competitive and time-sensitive environment.

 

ABOUT:

PASS Abu Dhabi, is a leading soccer school catering to football for all using the game as a vehicle to instil life values. Director Seth Amoafo approached Jobs4football after reviewing their impressive track record of successful recruitment projects in the Gulf region. Recognising the importance of securing an exceptional General Manager to shape the academy’s future direction, Seth sought a company he could trust to deliver a competitive and high-quality shortlist of candidates. This role was pivotal to the academy’s growth and required someone who could drive football programs while also maximising commercial opportunities within its pay-to-play model.

 

CHALLENGE:

The recruitment process presented several challenges. First, there was an urgent need to fill the role, requiring Jobs4football to act swiftly while maintaining quality. The ideal candidate needed a unique blend of skills: football expertise combined with strong business acumen to manage both on-pitch programs and off-pitch operations effectively. Additionally, PASS Abu Dhabi required a shortlist of 3-5 candidates who not only met these criteria but were also ready to relocate quickly without issue. PASS had no internal candidate management system so that was entirely outsourced to Jobs4football via their internal bespoke CMS system. PASS also had no internal resources to support the process.

Another obstacle was communication. Seth Amoafo’s busy schedule meant limited availability for calls or meetings, requiring Jobs4football to maximize every interaction and extract critical information efficiently. Balancing these factors while delivering top-tier candidates within the agreed timeline added complexity to the project.

 

SOLUTION:

Jobs4football leveraged its extensive experience in Gulf-region recruitment, gained since 2013, to identify candidates who would exceed expectations professionally while integrating seamlessly into PASS Soccer culture. A proactive marketing campaign was launched, utilising Jobs4football’s internal database, targeting passive candidates through proactive sourcing, and deploying social media campaigns and targeted marketing to maximise reach.

The team worked tirelessly, screening over 160 CVs and engaging with proactively sourced candidates before narrowing the pool down to a final shortlist of four exceptional profiles for Seth’s review. Throughout the process, Jobs4football maintained clear communication despite Seth’s demanding schedule, ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage which was so important to this case study.

 

RESULT:

Jobs4football supported PASS Abu Dhabi throughout the interview process by providing structured questions and acting as a key screening stage alongside Seth Amoafo. Due diligence conducted by Jobs4football ensured that budgets were agreed upon in advance and total clarity was delivered at every step of the process with references. This streamlined approach enabled PASS to make an informed decision quickly.

The chosen candidate was UEFA A Licence holder Alex Arnold, whose impressive credentials included heading up Liverpool FC’s International Academy globally and serving as Technical Director in Asia. Alex’s blend of technical expertise and leadership experience made him an outstanding fit for the role.

 

 

Seth Amoafo expressed his satisfaction with the recruitment process, stating:

“In Jobs4football we trust! Extremely happy with the end-to-end service delivered.”

The successful appointment of Alex Arnold has positioned PASS Abu Dhabi for continued growth and success under his leadership.

This case study underscores Jobs4football’s ability to navigate complex recruitment challenges in time-sensitive environments while delivering exceptional results tailored to client needs. Their expertise in football talent acquisition continues to set them apart as trusted partners for organisations seeking top-tier professionals globally.