At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest, most innovative, and inclusive sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.
Reporting organisationally to the Head of, Host City Rights Management and Delivery - CAN, the Host City Rights Manager - CAN will be a key member of the host country Commercial Operations team, and work in close collaboration with the FIFA26 Host City Rights Management team and individuals from other key functional areas responsible for ensuring all rights granted by FIFA to Host Cities are executed and managed accordingly.
The main responsibilities and oversights of the Host City Rights Manager - CAN for the FIFA World Cup 26™ include:
FIFA World Cup 2026 Skills Framework:
COOPERATION: Capacity to work in a team and to contribute to the accomplishment of shared objectives. Ability to share information and knowledge with colleagues at all levels (equals, superiors, and subordinates), within team and towards other teams.
DECISION MAKING: Ability to recognize situations requiring a (rapid) decision and to take that decision, to take initiatives and calculated risks, explore different solutions, act promptly to the unexpected.
INITIATIVE: Capacity to do things on one’s own initiative and to influence the course of events, assume responsibilities, and achieve objectives with a minimum of supervision and control.
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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.