Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
On-call
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
performance bonuses
Training and Development
Travel opportunities
Job Description
FIFA, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, is the international governing body for the sport of soccer and organizes some of the most prestigious global football tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup. As one of the most recognized and celebrated sporting events worldwide, the FIFA World Cup brings together countries, cultures, and millions of fans in a unifying celebration of football. The FIFA World Cup 2026 is a significant upcoming event, with multiple host cities across North America playing pivotal roles in its successful delivery. The Host City Director will be a vital member of the FIFA26 Host Cities team... Show More
Job Requirements
- University degree
- Minimum 10-15 years of management experience in major event operations
- Proven track-record in managing complex projects
- Strong knowledge of event planning and event project management processes
- Client oriented, efficient and effective with strong collaboration skills
- Strong leadership capabilities and ability to give clear directions and empower team members
- Experience hiring, building and leading a team
- Organizational and/or financial and budget oversight
- Capacity to take and disseminate directions and decisions
- Ability to cope in an international, demanding and changing environment
- Ability to adapt and work well with people of other cultures and backgrounds
- Flexibility and the ability to travel and work autonomously and with accountability
- Readiness for stand-by duties
- Fluent in English
- Proficient in MS Office and online collaboration tools
Job Qualifications
- University degree
- Experience managing and integrating teams across various areas
- Proven leadership capabilities
- Experience hiring, building and leading teams
- Organizational and financial oversight experience
- Strong collaboration and motivational leadership skills
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Ability to work in international and culturally diverse environments
- Flexibility and readiness for stand-by duties
- Minimum 10-15 years management experience in major event operations
- Proven track record in managing complex projects
- Strong knowledge of event planning and project management processes
- Fluent in English
- Spanish and/or French proficiency a plus
- Proficient in MS Office and project management software
Job Duties
- Ensure the Host City delivers on all contractual agreements
- Manage the delivery of facilities, key sites and services to world-class standards
- Oversee a FIFA26 team including hiring, administration and operations
- Track planning and operations and provide timely status updates
- Liaise with all FIFA operational functional areas to ensure smooth event operations
- Establish constructive relationships with Host City authorities and stakeholders
- Coordinate with stakeholders to achieve seamless integration at the Host City
- Integrate all relevant operational plans into effective venue plans
- Identify and mitigate risks across the venue
- Contribute to project management and knowledge management initiatives
- Coordinate and plan official test events
- Manage FIFA World Cup quality and cost-efficient on-site support
- Organize and lead host city tours for key staff and VIPs
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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