THE RBFA AND BELGIAN FOOTBALL
As the largest federation in the country, with more than half a million members, the Royal Belgian Football Association represents 4,000 football clubs. Together with Voetbal Vlaanderen and the ACFF, the RBFA organises some 12,000 matches per weekend, including, of course, the national teams' matches. The Belgian Red Devils and the Red Flames are our ambassadors.
Behind all these activities lies a massive digital ecosystem: millions of match events, thousands of teams, referees, fans, and transactions — all telling a story. Our mission is precisely to transform that story into smarter decisions, stronger teams, and unforgettable fan experiences.
Our entire team of 230 employees moved to a brand‑new building near the Proximus Basecamp in Tubize. Perhaps you will be one of them?
Ever dreamed of using machine learning to optimise match‑day attendance and help develop Belgian football in this pivotal era? If the answer is yes, it might be the right time for you to apply and become our new Business Data Scientist.
Responsibilities
* Drive the next sell‑out, boost fan loyalty and realise partnership objectives.
* Develop and deploy machine‑learning models for fan retention, commercial optimisation, and strategic decision‑making. Build predictive models that help fill stadiums, personalise fan experiences, and strengthen revenue streams.
* Create dashboards and data products that deliver actionable insights on fan engagement, segmentation, campaign performance, sales, commercial strategy, and internal operations. Translate raw data into clear, meaningful business insights.
* Structure, organise, and document complex datasets from across the federation. Ensure data quality, governance, privacy, and security standards are upheld. Support external partners and key accounts using RBFA API services.
* Present findings and recommendations to senior management. Contribute to articles, publications, and communications shared through RBFA channels based on our analyses and research.
Qualifications & Experience
* Master’s degree in business engineering, MIS, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or equivalent experience; 2–5 years of experience in a similar role.
* Experience with customer or fan analytics, retention modelling, behavioural analysis, or commercial data strategies.
* Knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP preferred; AWS or Azure accepted).
* Experience with SQL, version control (Git), and automated deployment practices.
* Strong data visualisation skills (Looker Studio, Power BI, and/or custom Python tools preferred).
* Mastering modern GenAI tools (e.g., LLMs, copilots, code assistants) to support coding, data exploration, and model development is a clear plus.
* Experience in a sports environment is a plus.
Language Skills
You are fluent in English. Having good knowledge of French or Dutch is an advantage.
Personality
* Excellent analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
* Active listening skills to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
* Strong stakeholder management with proven ability to handle competing priorities and expectations.
* Good presentation skills to clearly convey insights and recommendations.
* Proactive, service‑ and result‑driven team player with attention to detail and accuracy.
* Flexible and able to prioritise within a diverse set of tasks.
* Emotionally intelligent to build trust, credibility and lasting professional relationships across organisational levels.
* Patient and empathetic when working with stakeholders of varying technical backgrounds.
* Eager to take ownership and learn in a dynamic environment with exciting challenges.
* Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning.
* A genuine passion for Belgian football is an asset.
What We Offer You
* A full‑time contract of indefinite duration.
* A stimulating and meaningful workplace within a modern sports federation in full transformation.
* Opportunities for professional development, training, and growth.
* A compensation package aligned with the responsibilities and experience level of the role.
* An open, positive and ambitious atmosphere.
How to Apply
Send your application via our website (under “we’re looking for”) and attach your CV and covering letter. Applying via our website is the only official way to submit your application.
If you have any questions, contact Laure Beauchampet at recruitment@rbfa.be.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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