Youth Program Coordinator

May 19, 2026

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Youth Program Coordinator

Department: Tournament Time Role | SP

Employment Type: Befristeter Vertrag

Location: Atlanta

Description

At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest 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.

THE POSITION

Reporting organizationally to the local Venue Operations Director, the tournament time staff will play a key role in delivering the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting the execution of operational and logistical plans across tournament venues and locations.
Being present on-site during events to oversee operations, provide real-time problem-solving, and ensure smooth delivery.
Managing tasks related to various functional areas, coordinating with teams and stakeholders to achieve operational goals.
Working closely with venue teams, contractors, and local authorities to ensure compliance with FIFA guidelines and local regulations.
Acting as the primary point of contact for day-to-day operations within assigned areas.
Monitoring schedules, tracking progress, and addressing any operational challenges that arise.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams across the USA, Canada, and Mexico to align on deliverables and timelines.
Upholding FIFA’s commitment to excellence by ensuring all operational aspects meet or exceed standards.

YOUR PROFILE

ACCOUNTABILITY: Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes.

DECISION MAKING: Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances.

INCLUSIVITY: Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts.

INITIATIVE: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.

INNOVATION: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.

LEADERSHIP: Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority / decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents.

VISION: Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans.

Work Experience

Prior experience with international or large-scale events is highly desirable.
Proven ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Strong project management and operational coordination skills.

Languages

Fluent in English. Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus

Technology

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools

Additionally, FIFA 26 offers a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, and a 401k retirement plan.

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