Refereeing VAR-FVS Project 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:
- Support the evolution, implementation and educational processes of refereeing technologies — including the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system, the Football Video Support (FVS) solution, and any other current or future officiating technologies — ensuring their effective integration into operational, technical and training frameworks
- Support the Refereeing VAR-FVS Project Lead on all strategic, technical, organisational and administrative matters
- Provide technical expertise for refereeing projects and strategic initiatives
- Attend FIFA tournaments, workshops and refereeing courses as assigned
- Prepare, manage and deliver practical training sessions on the field of play
- Prepare and deliver theory-based and classroom training sessions
- Provide continuous technical support to match officials, instructors and assessors
- Contribute to the development of technical guidelines, educational materials and refereeing standards
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:
- Former FIFA or top division match officials with experience on VAR related matters
- 1-3 years of experience leading teams
- Proven experience in delivering technical training sessions for match officials at international level
- Experience working within high‑performance environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated ability to analyse refereeing performances and provide structured, constructive feedback
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Very good knowledge of Word / PowerPoint / Excel
- Ability to prepare high‑quality presentations and technical materials using modern digital tools
- Proficiency in managing online learning platforms and digital content for refereeing education
- Comfortable working with data‑analysis tools and video‑review systems used in refereeing development
- Service-oriented mindset and solution-driven approach to refereeing and operational matters
- Reliability, loyalty, and a strong sense of responsibility in all aspects of duty
- Teamwork and effective collaboration with colleagues across functions
- Analytical mindset and meticulous attention to detail in the evaluation of refereeing performances and technical materials
- Flexibility, autonomy, and adaptability in fulfilling managerial duties and operating in high-pressure, dynamic tournament environments
- Strong refereeing technical understanding and ability to apply it in different situations
- Ability to deliver clear, structured and constructive technical feedback to match officials and instructors
- High organisational skills in preparing and conducting both practical and theoretical training sessions
- Willingness to travel up to 3 months per year
- Openness to extended periods of international travel and multicultural working contexts
- Flexibility to support refereeing operations during weekends, match days and irregular competition schedules
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:
- Support the evolution, implementation and educational processes of refereeing technologies — including the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system, the Football Video Support (FVS) solution, and any other current or future officiating technologies — ensuring their effective integration into operational, technical and training frameworks
- Support the Refereeing VAR-FVS Project Lead on all strategic, technical, organisational and administrative matters
- Provide technical expertise for refereeing projects and strategic initiatives
- Attend FIFA tournaments, workshops and refereeing courses as assigned
- Prepare, manage and deliver practical training sessions on the field of play
- Prepare and deliver theory-based and classroom training sessions
- Provide continuous technical support to match officials, instructors and assessors
- Contribute to the development of technical guidelines, educational materials and refereeing standards
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:
- Former FIFA or top division match officials with experience on VAR related matters
- 1-3 years of experience leading teams
- Proven experience in delivering technical training sessions for match officials at international level
- Experience working within high‑performance environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated ability to analyse refereeing performances and provide structured, constructive feedback
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Very good knowledge of Word / PowerPoint / Excel
- Ability to prepare high‑quality presentations and technical materials using modern digital tools
- Proficiency in managing online learning platforms and digital content for refereeing education
- Comfortable working with data‑analysis tools and video‑review systems used in refereeing development
- Service-oriented mindset and solution-driven approach to refereeing and operational matters
- Reliability, loyalty, and a strong sense of responsibility in all aspects of duty
- Teamwork and effective collaboration with colleagues across functions
- Analytical mindset and meticulous attention to detail in the evaluation of refereeing performances and technical materials
- Flexibility, autonomy, and adaptability in fulfilling managerial duties and operating in high-pressure, dynamic tournament environments
- Strong refereeing technical understanding and ability to apply it in different situations
- Ability to deliver clear, structured and constructive technical feedback to match officials and instructors
- High organisational skills in preparing and conducting both practical and theoretical training sessions
- Willingness to travel up to 3 months per year
- Openness to extended periods of international travel and multicultural working contexts
- Flexibility to support refereeing operations during weekends, match days and irregular competition schedules
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.