Football jobs in France

Department: Member Associations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Paris

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:

• Act as the key contact for MAs, Confederations, and Regional Associations regarding matters related to the (digital) registration of (active) football stakeholders and competition management solutions
• Promote throughout the MAs, Confederations, and Regional Associations the (components of the) FIFA Connect Programme, which include and are not limited to the FIFA Connect Platform, FIFA Connect Competition Management System, and FIFA Connect Service
• Coordinate the support for these solutions, which are provided under the FIFA Connect Programme, and foster the optimised use of it by developing the MA's capacity in the area
• Collect the MA’s, Confederation’s, and Regional Association’s needs and potentially convert these, in collaboration with FIFA’s Technology Sub-Division, into new features of the FIFA Connect Programme’s components
• Analyse the data regarding players (and other stakeholders) registration and competitions and produce relevant reporting and insights for both internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain internal documentation structure relating to the FIFA Connect Programme to preserve historical knowledge and facilitate accessibility to information
• Promote throughout FIFA the work of the FIFA Connect Programme to keep internal stakeholders updated on development and possible collaboration with the programme and its components
• Review and support MAs FIFA Forward Specific Project applications related to topics concerning competition development, additional tools that integrate with player registration systems, educational events around player registration practices, and all proposals that relate to the FIFA Connect Programme in one way or another
• Support any additional project and initiative that promotes MA development around football competitions, player registrations, and any other possible services that align with FIFA’s key goals

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:

• Well-rounded written, verbal, and visual communication skills
• Well-balanced mentality between team player and self-reliant
• High attention to detail and organised
• Strong relationship builder
• Strong project management skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strategic thinking and leadership experience
• A master’s or bachelor’s degree in (sports) business administration or another closely related field is preferred
• Significant experience in stakeholder management is desired
• Knowledge in project management around technology services is an advantage
• Experience in designing and delivering capacity development activities is an advantage
• Work experience in the area football competitions is an advantage
• Advanced knowledge of stakeholder registration and/ or competition management systems
• At least 2-3 years’ experience in similar administrative roles
• Professional experience in Project Management related roles is an advantage
• Professional experience in the Sports industry is an advantage
• Full professional proficiency in English and French
• Proficiency in any other languages (Spanish/Portuguese/Arabic) is an asset
• Proficient in Word / PowerPoint / Excel
• Skills in graphic design is an asset
• Willingness to travel

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:

• Home office: Up to one day 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.
• 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.
• Volunteering: Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners.