Member Associations Digital, Data & Insights Services Manager – FIFA

Department: Member Associations

Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time

Location: Paris

Description

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.

Joint the team and support us on our mission.

THE POSITION

These are your key tasks:

  • Act as the subject-matter expert and go-to person for digital, data, analytics and reporting
  • Define guidelines for the gathering, analytics and reporting of relevant data of MAs or for the MA Division (predominantly, but not limited, in relation to the legacy and impact of FIFA’s flagship development programme, FIFA Forward) and for the unlocking of data assets
  • Define the procedures for the governance and cross-division sharing of that data
  • Act as product owner for the suite of digital solutions/ tools which have been carefully developed in close collaboration FIFA’s Technology Sub-Division to ensure compliance with IT policies and guidelines, with which the MA Division manages FIFA Forward, including a Grant Management System, Business Intelligence dashboards, reporting
  • Perform on a continuous basis data analyses and report relevant insights
  • Review FIFA Forward specific project applications related to IT, digital, data, analytics and reporting by the Member Associations
  • Assist the Director Member Associations Services with ad-hoc requests and reports

YOUR PROFILE

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:

  • Expertise in digital transformation and data management
  • Proficient in Project and Product Management
  • Service oriented with a capacity development mindset
  • Good knowledge of grant management in an international environment
  • Good written, verbal and visual communication
  • Well-balanced mentality between team player and self-reliant
  • Great ability to prioritize tasks and operate goal-oriented
  • High attention to detail and punctuality
  • Good ability to manage high pressure and stress
  • Good design thinking and being open mindedA master or bachelor’s degree in Economics and/or (Big)Data Analytics/ Business Intelligence
  • Experience in the Sports industry and/or international NGO/NPOs is an advantage
  • Fluent in English
  • Proficiency in any other FIFA language (French / Spanish) is an assetExperience in modeling (data and process mapping) and Business Intelligence
  • Proficient in of project/product management tools (Monday.com, JIRA/Confluence) and Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) Willingness to travel

Perks & Benefits

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 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.

Broadcast Venue Manager – Paris 2024

Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) was created by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2001 in order to serve as the Host Broadcasting organisation for all Olympic Games, Olympic Winter Games and Youth Olympic Games. The Host Broadcaster is responsible for delivering the pictures and sounds of the Olympic Games to billions of viewers around the world. For more information visit www.obs.tv

Description

The Broadcast Venue Manager (BVM) is overall responsible for the OBS Broadcast Operations at the assigned venue. In charge of the implementation and operation of the Host Broadcast facilities and services in the venue. Responsible for all venue-related functions, serves as primary point of contact with the Paris 2024 Organizing Committee Venue Functional areas representatives. Main contact along with the Production Manager for broadcast related topics with International Federation on site. Supporting and facilitating any possible issues related to Media Rights Holders implementation plans. Managing the Host Broadcast core management team on venue. Strong leadership and communication skills, as well as solid background in broadcasting operations and management make you an ideal candidate. Position locations at various sports venues.

Please note for these positions only candidates that are fluent French/English speakers with current residence in France can be considered.

Duties

  • Oversee the installation/removal and asset management of all OBS equipment;
  • Represent OBS at Paris 2024 Organizing Committee meetings;
  • Resolve operational issues and escalate to the Broadcast Operation Centre (BOC) as necessary;
  • Provide problem and conflict resolution in a diplomatic manner;
  • Facilitate internal and external information flow;
  • Assist Media Right Holders within the Olympic venue;
  • Coordinate scheduled and ad hoc tours;
  • Coordinate production crew requirements within the venue;
  • Coordinate day pass access and supplementary devices;
  • Managing broadcast budget on site and the daily Broadcast crew timesheets;
  • Report daily to the Broadcast Operation Centre (BOC);
  • Other duties as assigned

Experience

  • 4+ years of experience in sport event Broadcasting preferably in an operational or production role;
  • Ability to manage and organize several tasks within specific deadlines;
  • Excellent problem solving abilities;
  • Excellent command of English and French, verbal and written;
  • Computer proficiency in MS Office;
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills

Workplace & Environment

  • Fast paced work environment;
  • Indoor and/or outdoor sports venues;
  • Outdoor sports venues are subject to varied weather conditions;
  • Full time shift work including evening and weekends;
  • Subject to national/international criminal background checks.
  • These are approximately 1-month long positions that commence either in July or August and end August or September 2024, based on the event schedule.
  • Current residence in France required

Media Rights Opportunity – French Basketball League

Follow closely as the story of a generational talent, destined for greatness in basketball, unfolds with live rights to LNB Pro A, the highest level of basketball in France, known for its free-flowing style of basketball.

This season, all eyes are on Victor Wembanyama – 18-year old, projected to be the no 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Standing at 7 ft 3 in, but having a guard skillset, the youngster is a just-watch for all basketball lovers.

While the season is underway, there is plenty of more action to be covered – in fact, up to 300 live matches can be delivered via IP, including the Playoffs and Finals (from now until June 2023).