Competition Manager
FIFA
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Zurich
As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry.
Join the team and support us on our mission.
These are your key tasks:
- Lead and deliver FIFA matches and tournaments in line with FIFA Match Operations Guidelines, IFAB Laws of the Game, and industry best practice
- Act as CPM project lead for match operations at FIFA tournaments, overseeing preparation, delivery, and on-site execution
- Establish and develop the Volunteer Programme for Competition Management
- Drive and contribute to key development projects (e.g. competition operations tools, processes, equipment and draw deliveries)
- Lead assigned CPM sub-projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to a high-quality standard
- Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders and support senior management on administrative and strategic matters
We work hard at FIFA.
We are dedicated, ambitious and innovative.
And we respect our values. Always.
For all roles, we seek talented people with an entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset.
The specific competencies we require for this position are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- 4–6 years of solid experience in competition management, match operations, and event/project management (ideally football tournaments)
- Strong project leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills; confident decision-maker and proactive problem-solver
- Strong understanding of football regulations, competition frameworks, and the IFAB Laws of the Game
- Fluent in English; additional FIFA languages are an asset
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of project management tools is a plus
- Willingness to travel and take on on-site operational responsibilities
The biggest benefit of a career at FIFA is the privilege to work for the beautiful game and create something that matters.
Alongside that privilege, we also offer some extra perks and benefits:
- Health and fitness: Regular football sessions for all abilities, plus on-site gym.
- Home office: Up to two days of home office per week if work permits and home office allowance for all.
- Language courses: Offered to all staff to aid personal and professional growth.
- Continuous learning: We care about your development and encourage internal mobility, offering a variety of training and education to help achieve it.
- Pension: Flexible pension benefits with generous employer contributions.
- Relocation assistance: A dedicated team will be on hand to support your relocation.
- Sustainability: We support all employees using public transport.
- Vacation: Maintain a healthy work/life balance with a generous vacation allowance.
- Volunteering: Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners.
Join the team and support us on our mission.
These are your key tasks:
- Lead and deliver FIFA matches and tournaments in line with FIFA Match Operations Guidelines, IFAB Laws of the Game, and industry best practice
- Act as CPM project lead for match operations at FIFA tournaments, overseeing preparation, delivery, and on-site execution
- Establish and develop the Volunteer Programme for Competition Management
- Drive and contribute to key development projects (e.g. competition operations tools, processes, equipment and draw deliveries)
- Lead assigned CPM sub-projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to a high-quality standard
- Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders and support senior management on administrative and strategic matters
We work hard at FIFA.
We are dedicated, ambitious and innovative.
And we respect our values. Always.
For all roles, we seek talented people with an entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset.
The specific competencies we require for this position are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- 4–6 years of solid experience in competition management, match operations, and event/project management (ideally football tournaments)
- Strong project leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills; confident decision-maker and proactive problem-solver
- Strong understanding of football regulations, competition frameworks, and the IFAB Laws of the Game
- Fluent in English; additional FIFA languages are an asset
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of project management tools is a plus
- Willingness to travel and take on on-site operational responsibilities
The biggest benefit of a career at FIFA is the privilege to work for the beautiful game and create something that matters.
Alongside that privilege, we also offer some extra perks and benefits:
- Health and fitness: Regular football sessions for all abilities, plus on-site gym.
- Home office: Up to two days of home office per week if work permits and home office allowance for all.
- Language courses: Offered to all staff to aid personal and professional growth.
- Continuous learning: We care about your development and encourage internal mobility, offering a variety of training and education to help achieve it.
- Pension: Flexible pension benefits with generous employer contributions.
- Relocation assistance: A dedicated team will be on hand to support your relocation.
- Sustainability: We support all employees using public transport.
- Vacation: Maintain a healthy work/life balance with a generous vacation allowance.
- Volunteering: Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners.