Manager, Media Partnerships Relations, FIFA World Cup 2026

Reporting to the Head of Media Partnerships Relations & Services in the US, the Manager, Media Partnerships Relations will play a key role in building and maintaining strong relationships with FIFA Media Partners and other third-party media entities in the host countries.

THE POSITION

The main responsibilities of the Manager, Media Partnerships Relations for the FIFA World Cup 26™ include:

• Supporting the Senior Manager, Media Partnerships Relations in day-to-day management of Media Partners across Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
• Assisting in guiding Media Partners from onboarding through to event delivery, ensuring proper execution of FIFA media rights agreements in the host countries.
• Supporting Media Partners in event preparations and promotional activities to enhance engagement, efficiently handling approval requests.
• Serving as the primary administrative contact for third-party media and non-rights holders, both within the host countries and internationally.
• Assisting in managing event-related projects in collaboration with internal FIFA stakeholders and external entities.
• Developing strong working relationships with key internal FIFA26 functional areas to ensure effective collaboration.
• Promoting learning and development opportunities within the team and among partners.

YOUR PROFILE

• Master’s degree or similar higher education in Business and/or Sports Management or equivalent education
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience in the Sports industry is an advantage
• Experience in Broadcast environment is an advantage
• Experience in major sports events, FIFA World Cup™ or other FIFA events will be an asset
• Fluent in English. Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools

About FWC2026

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.