Reporting organisationally to the Manager, Client Group Management Accreditation, the Manager, Client Group Management Accreditation, will be a key member of the FIFA26 Accreditation team, and work in a very diverse department (consisting of team members from Greece, India, Italy, the US and Canada) and in close collaboration with the FIFA Zurich. The Accreditation department (consisting of team members from across the world including Swiss-German, German, Russian and Dutch backgrounds) responsible for delivering the FWC26 Accreditation operations.
Note: To ensure a smooth recruitment process, please note that candidates must have citizenship, a right to work permit or visa in the United States.
The main responsibilities and oversights of the Manager Client Group Management Accreditation for the FIFA World Cup 26™ include:
Education & Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• If experience is compensating, lower degree is welcome to apply.
• Football (soccer) accreditation knowledge is a plus.
• FIFA accreditation processes and FIFA Accreditation System knowledge is a plus.
• Effective interpersonal communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Absolute attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Work Experience
• 2 or more years of experience in event accreditation.
• Single-sport, multi-venue event experience.
• Experience in working in a multi-cultural team as well as communicating within a multi-cultural organization.
• Experience in working across different time zones.
• Experience in and being comfortable with working in multi-lingual environments.
Languages
• Fluent in English. Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus.
Technology
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Miro & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools.
• Proficient in Event Management Applications, particularly in Event Accreditation Applications is a plus.
The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.