Job Description

Job Title: Head of Sports Betting Operations
Location: Botswana

We are currently partnering with a gaming and technology solutions provider delivering technology, operational expertise, and strategic support to licensed operators across lottery, digital gaming, and sports betting.

They are seeking a senior leader to head and drive Sports Betting Operations in Botswana. This is a high-impact role offering significant ownership across both operational setup and commercial growth, positioned at C-level or senior operations leadership level

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, launch, and ongoing management of sportsbook operations (retail and online)

• Oversee end-to-end betting operations, including 24/7 activities and vendor management

• Manage trading and risk functions, including odds setting, market monitoring, and live betting operations

• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (AML, KYC, data protection, licensing requirements)

• Drive commercial performance, including revenue optimisation, player acquisition, retention, and marketing initiatives

• Work closely with technology teams on platforms, CMS, and performance analytics

• Define and execute the strategic roadmap for sportsbook growth and market expansion

Requirements

• Proven experience in sportsbook operations leadership (online and/or retail)

• Strong background in trading, risk management, and betting operations

• Solid understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks within gaming

• Experience driving commercial performance and growth strategies

• Exposure to gaming platforms, CMS, and data-driven decision making

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and scale operations from the ground up

What’s on Offer

• Senior leadership role with high level of ownership and autonomy

• Opportunity to build and scale a sportsbook operation from launch

• Dynamic and fast-growing international environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior professional looking to take on a strategic, hands-on leadership role in an emerging market.