* Salário: R$ 18.000 a R$ 30.000 por mês (estimado)

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Área: Tecnologia da Informação

Nível: Gerente

Senior Manager, Competition

Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) has established a Local Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Subsidiary in Brazil to work together with Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Zurich to deliver the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, the Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Women’s World Cup 2027™ (“FWWC2027”) that for the first time ever, is hosted in South America in Brazil. Now is your time to be part of the workforce that is creating this unique and unforgettable experience.

Please submit your CV in English, as it will be reviewed by an international team.

THE POSITION

Reporting organizationally to the Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados)27 Head of Competition Management and Team Services (Brazil) and Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Competition Management (Zurich), the Senior Competition Manager will be a key member of the Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados)27 Competition Management (CPM) team. Working closely with and under the guidance of the Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Competition Management project team, the role is responsible for delivering the highest standards of competition, tournament and match operations in Brazil before and during the FWWC27, as well as for Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) test events and other relevant tournaments and events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and manage Competition Management activities in Brazil, reporting to the Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados)27 Head of Competition Management and Team Services in Brazil, and Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Competition Management in Zurich.
Act as the main counterpart to Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Competition Management core project team in Zurich.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, football communities and relevant institutions, to ensure successful delivery of objectives.
Ensure strategy, planning, coordination and implementation of competition area and stadium readiness is in line with Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) regulations, policies and guidelines.
Recruit, manage and oversee the locally based Competition Management team, including staffing, planning, training, administration and integration into stadium venue teams.
Oversee the successful operational coordination and delivery of Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados)27 Competition Management team before and during FWWC27.
Manage budgeting, tracking and cost control for Competition Management, ensuring regular reporting to Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados)27 and Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Zurich.
Representing Competition Management at key meetings and inspections whenever necessary.
Plan and deliver competition-related events, workshops and seminars in collaboration with Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Competition Management team (including test events, draw(s), and official Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) workshops). Ensure regular reporting to the Local Entity’s management and maintain clear and efficient communication with all functional areas and external partners.
Monitor competition areas during venue construction or refurbishment to ensure compliance with Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) standards and follow up on all associated requirements.
Plan and deliver stadium and competition readiness exercises, including development of training materials.
Ensure stadium and team equipment requirements are met (e.g. team materials, field of play equipment), including procurement coordination with Stadium & Infrastructure, Pitch Management, and Team Services.
Prepare progress reports and presentations on Competition Management matters.
Representing Competition Management at the Tournament Operations Centre during event time, ensuring effective communication and reporting to Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) HQ Competition Management Project Lead and Head of Competition Management and Team Services.
Support the recruitment, training and coordination of Competition Management volunteers.

YOUR PROFILE

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or Event Management (master’s degree is an asset).
Minimum 6 (six) years of experience in football and event management; international experience is preferred.
At least 4 (four) years of experience in Competition Management (football and match operations).
Strong knowledge of international football.
Proven experience in competition and match operations, as well as sports venue operations.
Solid understanding of event planning and project management processes.
Knowledge of the local culture and operational environment in Brazil is an advantage.
Strong administrative and IT skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to monitor performance and implement decisive corrective actions.
Ability to hire, develop, coach, appraise and retain highly qualified employees.
Capacity to make key decisions for the business through critical problem-solving skills and an ability to use sound judgement.
Excellent communication, collaboration, negotiation and relationship-management skills, with high energy and a proactive mindset.
Experience of managing multi-disciplined teams across a variety of business areas.
Ability to work effectively in an international, dynamic and demanding environment.
Ability to adapt and work with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Fluency in English and Portuguese (written and spoken); any additional language skills (in particular Spanish and French) are an asset.

Requirements

Right to work in Brazil
Ability to re-locate to Rio de Janeiro.

About Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Women's World Cup 2027

The Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Women’s World Cup™ is the greatest women’s sporting event on the planet, showcasing the best players in the world on the biggest stage. In 2027, history will be made as Brazil welcomes the tournament to South America for the first time ever.

This landmark event will unite the world through an unprecedented celebration of women's football, inspiring billions of fans across the globe. As we prepare to host teams and supporters from every corner of the world, we’re looking for passionate, talented individuals to be part of history and help deliver an unforgettable tournament.

Join us and play your role in making Confidencial (Apenas para Cadastrados) Women’s World Cup 2027™ a truly extraordinary experience that celebrates and elevates women’s football.

Employment Type

Fixed Term - Full Time

Location

Brazil

Workplace type

Onsite