SC Villa appointed Ian Robert Mutenda as Technical Director on Thursday as the Jogoos seek to strengthen their long-term football strategy.
The 16-year Ugandan football veteran takes up the role immediately until the end of the current season.
Mutenda holds a CAF B Licence and built a reputation for team building, player development and formulating long-term technical strategies.
He previously served as Technical Director at Soltilo Bright Stars where he oversaw the club's highest-ever league finish and their maiden Uganda Cup final.
Several players nurtured under Mutenda at Bright Stars went on to represent Uganda at youth and senior national team levels.
Before Bright Stars he guided Hope Sports Club from the fourth tier to the second division in three seasons as head coach.
Away from the dugout Mutenda works as a football analyst on Next Radio and NBS Sport providing tactical insights.
He also founded The Big Impression Ltd behind East Africa's first text-message fantasy football game.
His contribution across coaching research broadcasting and innovation earned him the Bee Purple Research and Innovation Award from the University of Brighton.
At SC Villa Mutenda is expected to shape the club's technical direction and lay the groundwork for sustained success.
The appointment adds to the Jogoos' efforts to build a competitive and sustainable football project.
Source: Kawowo Sports
