Competition Management Venue Operations Coordinator - Match Day Only

About the role

The Venue Competition Coordinator will be a key member of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Competition Management team, working closely with the FIFA Match Coordinator, Venue Management team, Stadium Authority, Logistics, Pitch Management, Team Services, Catering, Transportation, and other key individuals to deliver operational tasks at the specific Venue.

Responsibilities

• Being counterpart to the FIFA Match Coordinator.
• Coordinating with the Venue Management team, Stadium Authority, Logistics, and Pitch Management for infrastructural and equipment deliverables.
• Coordinating with Team Services, Catering, and Transportation for submission of Teams’ and Referees' requirements (dressing room, jacuzzi, cold bath temperature, catering, equipment).
• Managing Competitions Volunteers' Communication and Assignment processes.
• Preparing offices and meeting rooms for daily operations and official functions.
• Preparing the MCM room and printouts for each meeting.
• Supporting the delivery of Familiarisation sessions.
• Checking if all the benches and goalposts are placed and installed accordingly, and all lines and marks are painted.
• Executing any other duties and responsibilities delegated by the Venue Competition Operations Manager.

Requirements

• High School Degree minimum, Bachelor’s Degree in Sport or Event Management preferred.
• Master's Degree is an additional asset.
• Extensive and well-founded international football knowledge.
• Extensive knowledge of event & competition/match operations as well as sport facility operations within appointed venue.
• Experience working with international football associations.
• Experience or knowledge of local sports culture of USA, Mexico, and Canada is an added benefit.
• Strong administrative and IT skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to effectively communicate rules and regulations set forth by FIFA World Cup 26.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 (two) years of experience in football or event management, international experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 (two) years full-time experience in a support role at a professional team or venue.
• Proven track record in successfully operating professional sporting events.
• Experience implementing competition rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of event planning and event project management processes.

Skills

• Collaboration.
• Relationship management.
• Time management.
• Leadership.
• Communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and stress of high-profile events.
• Sound judgement and prioritization of tasks.

Benefits

FIFA 26 offers a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, and a 401k retirement plan.

Pay

In accordance with California's Equal Pay and Opportunity Act, the pay range for this position is $31 per hour. This estimate is based on this position being performed in California, and the range may not apply to similar positions in other locations. In determining actual base pay, FIFA 26 considers candidate education, experience, and other job-related factors allowed by law. An employee’s position within the salary range will be determined by various factors, including relevant education, experience, qualifications, certifications, skills, geographic location, performance metrics, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business needs.