Senior FIFA Trophy Tour Manager
Hybrid · Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job Summary
Lead the planning and end-to-end delivery of FIFA Trophy Tours across multiple markets, including route development, travel logistics, and activation planning—ensuring alignment with FIFA’s global standards. Build and maintain stakeholder relationships, forecast and manage budgets, implement robust processes, lead on-site operations during tours, recruit and onboard freelance project staff, coordinate trophy appearances, and deliver comprehensive post-event evaluations to drive continuous improvement. Relocation assistance is provided.
Required Qualifications
- Proven ability to lead complex, multi-country event projects from planning to delivery
- Several years (8–10) of experience in large-scale event management; Trophy Tour experience is a plus
- Strong expertise in international event operations and logistics, ideally within global sports events
- Confident decision-maker who thrives under pressure and navigates challenges with resilience and sound judgment
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
- Strong communicator and relationship builder, able to engage effectively across cultures and all levels
- Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a drive to continuously improve and innovate
- Solid understanding of project management, budgeting, and risk mitigation
- Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage
- Willingness to travel extensively and work in dynamic, international environments
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