Coordinator Host City FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston TX
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working hours
team events
Job Description
FIFA26 is the organizing body responsible for planning and delivering the FIFA World Cup 26, the greatest sporting event of all time. This milestone tournament is historically significant as it will be the first World Cup featuring 48 teams and will be jointly hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the USA. FIFA26's vision is to unite the world through this unprecedented event, providing unique opportunities for fan and player engagement that transcend geographical borders and cultural differences. The event promises not only to elevate the sport of football but also to foster collaboration and connection across North America and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or similar level of education
- 2-3 years of professional experience in project management, event operations, or large-scale sports/entertainment events
- strong organizational and analytical skills
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- proficiency in project management tools such as Monday.com and Microsoft Office Suite
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask
- fluent in English
- passion for football/sport
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or similar level of education
- detail-oriented with a proactive problem-solving mindset
- strong collaborator who thrives in a cross-functional and multicultural environment
- flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes
- driven by teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence
- strong verbal and written skills
- 2-3 years of professional experience in project management, event operations, or large-scale sports/entertainment events
- strong organizational and analytical skills with ability to track deliverables
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Monday.com and Microsoft Office Suite)
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask
- passion for football/sport and enthusiasm for contributing to the success of the FIFA World Cup 2026
- fluent in English
- Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus
- proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
Job Duties
- Work closely with on-the-ground team to guide new hires through processes and priorities
- assist in the preparation of briefings, meeting notes, and presentations
- provide day-to-day administrative support to ensure smooth office operations and a well-functioning workspace environment
- help facilitate staff communications related to office use, policies, and workspace updates
- track and maintain records related to workforce movements, access credentials, and space utilization
- liaise with local FWC26 team members within the Host City, Host City Committee, and external stakeholders to assist in advanced planning
- take a big picture perspective to spot and escalate issues early, supporting timely solutions
- work with the central Host City Management Team to ensure that the status of Host City deliverables is up to date
- capture and inform the Host City Director and central Host City Management Team of any upcoming events and or meetings taking place within the Host City
- compile, update, and distribute regular reports on Host City progress to FIFA and local organizing teams as needed
- develop Monday.com dashboards, timelines, and status updates to provide visibility across FWC26 team members and projects
- support creation of executive-level updates for local host city meetings, workshops, and Host Committee sessions
- assist FWC26 Functional Areas with local site visit planning, logistics coordination, and stakeholder scheduling
- contribute to operational readiness exercises, simulations, and pre-tournament exercises
- serve as on-site support for the Host City Director across multiple venues, moving quickly between sites as operational needs arise
- provide coverage, administrative and logistical support across integrated command center structure as needed and or instructed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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