About the role

Professional Football Project Coordinator at FIFA, supporting the delivery of professional football projects globally. Coordinating complex projects and providing strategic support within a team-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Support the coordination and delivery of professional football projects deployed across multiple regions.
Coordinate selected projects or workstreams, ensuring timelines, outputs, and quality standards are met.
Assist senior team members in managing multiple projects, tracking progress, and ensuring timely delivery.
Provide onsite and/or remote support for events, workshops, and activities, including preparation and follow-up.
Contribute to the development of recommendations, action plans, and implementation roadmaps for stakeholders.
Prepare high-quality documents, presentations, and briefing notes for internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with internal and external communications linked to project milestones and programme delivery.
Support the director and senior team members on ad-hoc strategic initiatives.

2 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in Consulting, Strategy, Finance, or a similar analytical environment
Demonstrated experience supporting the delivery of complex and diverse projects
International professional experience in a multicultural environment
Previous experience in the Sports industry is a strong advantage
University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Management, or a related field
A Master’s degree in Sports Business Management or a related field is a strong advantage
Highly proficient in English
Fluency in other FIFA languages (ESP / FRA / ARA) is a valuable asset
Strong work ethic and professional values
Solid project management skills and the ability to organise work effectively
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment
Client-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities
Proactive, curious, and eager to take ownership and responsibility
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid understanding of the Football industry, including its key dynamics and stakeholder groups
Willing and able to travel internationally, including on short notice

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.