Competition Manager - #50054

Department: Tournament and Venue Operations

Location: Zurich

• 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
  
  

• 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
  
  

• 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.