Coordinator, Host City, FIFA World Cup 2026 - San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Job Description
FIFA26 is the organizing body behind the upcoming FIFA World Cup 26™, a landmark international sporting event that will, for the first time, feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This prestigious tournament represents a new era of global football, aimed at uniting fans, players, and communities across North America and the world through exceptional sporting excellence. FIFA26 is dedicated to delivering an extraordinary and unforgettable experience for millions of fans and participants, ensuring operational excellence every step of the way. This event will redefine the scale and engagement of international football,... Show More
Job Requirements
- 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
- 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
- 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
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
- proficiency in project management tools such as Monday.com and Microsoft Office Suite
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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