Dawn Lubisi has responded enthusiastically to her appointment as Acting Head of Women’s Football at the South African Football Association (SAFA). She took up her new role on 1 November 2024 after Romaney Pinnock vacated the post earlier.
“I’m truly honoured and excited to be given the opportunity to head women’s football. It is a privilege not only to be part of the development of our women’s football strategy, but also to now have the chance to bring it to life and make a tangible impact,” she said on her appointment.
SAFA Acting Head of Women’s Football, Dawn Lubisi
“This is a significant step, and while I know it will not be an easy journey, I’m eager to take on the challenge. I’m deeply committed to the development of football, and this new role aligns perfectly with my passion and experience. My dedication to fostering talent, creating opportunities, and building sustainable growth in the game will, I believe, be a key asset as we move forward.
“I’m excited about what lies ahead and the positive change we can create together. Thank you to the Association for your trust and support. Let’s make this next chapter of women’s football a great one.”
Lubisi will be tasked with the following as she takes up her new role: leading the implementation of the federation’s women’s football strategic and development plans, and working with relevant staff, department and stakeholders to ensure robust action plans and programmes are in place.
She will also establish and manage an ongoing strategic review process which provides robust monitoring and evaluation of the objectives involving all key staff, departments and stakeholders, as well as act as Secretariat of the Women’s Football Committee.
Lubisi will remain as a member of the Referees Department, where she is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of referees’ development programs across provincial, national, and international levels.
She has expertise in managing logistical arrangements, overseeing payment procedures, and ensuring compliance with organisational standards, she has a strong background in the facilitation and support of referee training and development activities.
Skilled in coordinating workshops, seminars, and league fixtures while ensuring operational excellence, Lubisi consistently demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines and deliver results.
As the national referees administrator, she plays a key role in evaluating the effectiveness of development programs, ensuring timely appointments of referees, and offering management advice on process improvements.
Original Copy: SAFA, with editing by gsport
Main Photo Caption: Dawn Lubisi has responded enthusiastically to her appointment as Acting Head of Women’s Football at the South African Football Association, having assumed duties on 1 November 2024 after Romaney Pinnock vacated the post earlier. Photo: Supplied
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