Sr. Associate, NCS Central Operations

LA28 is an independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee responsible for hosting the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This organization has a unique and significant mission to create a Games experience that celebrates the diverse culture, heritage, and spirit of Los Angeles and the United States. With the 2028 Games marking the return of the Summer Olympics to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years, and Los Angeles hosting for the third time and the first time welcoming the Paralympic Games, LA28 represents a pivotal chapter in Olympic and Paralympic history. The organization is dedicated to delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners, and the wider community, guaranteeing a celebration of legacy and innovation in the Olympic Movement.\n\nThe Senior Associate, NCS Central Operations plays a critical role within LA28 on the National Olympic and Paralympic Committee Services (NCS) Team. This team is focused on engaging, empowering, and supporting 206 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and 185 National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) in their preparation and planning for the Games. The role is fundamental in coordinating and executing high-quality pre-Games meetings, events, and client engagement initiatives. Serving as a key connector among internal teams, external stakeholders, and leadership, the Senior Associate is entrusted with managing logistics, communications, and project workflows to ensure seamless service delivery.\n\nWorking under the NCS Services and Operations Manager, the Senior Associate manages multiple concurrent projects and events such as Open Days, Chef de Mission seminars, webinars, and individual visits, handling complex logistics like registration, venue coordination, materials preparation, and post-event reporting. Additionally, the role supports operational functions including budget tracking, procurement, onboarding of staff, and volunteer coordination. This position demands high organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to drive collaboration and communication across multiple teams. The Senior Associate also contributes to games-time readiness activities and supports live event operations, ensuring that critical NCS services and programs run smoothly during the Games.\n\nThe annual base salary range for this position is $73,000 to $95,000. LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. The role requires onsite presence at the Downtown Los Angeles office, and candidates must be prepared for a dynamic environment with potential work during evenings, weekends, and holidays at peak times. LA28 values inclusion, integrity, optimism, boldness, and excellence, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, with a commitment to nondiscriminatory hiring practices and compliance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.