Manager, Media Services - Mexico**Application Deadline**:24 October 2024**Department**:Tournament and Venue Operations**Employment Type**:Fixed Term - Full Time**Location**:Mexico CityDescriptionAt 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 POSITIONReporting organizationally to theExecutive Director of Operations in Mxico and operationally to the Team Lead Media Partnerships Services. The Manager Media Services will be a key member of the FIFA26 Operations team, and work in close collaboration with Accreditation, Accommodation, Transport, Catering, Venue Management, Broadcaster Servicing, Host City Rights Management and other key individuals responsible for planning, delivering and managing Media Services for the more than 3000 national and international media expected to attend the FIFA World Cup.The main responsibilities and oversights of the Media Services Manager for the FIFA World Cup 26 include:- Provide support to develop a comprehensive media service strategy for the host cities in Mexico for the FIFA World Cup 2026.- Ensure consistent delivery of services across various tournament venues, ensuring a standardized experience for all media professionals.- Scope media-dedicated services for the host cities in Mexico, ensuring consistency across all tournament venues.- Support to define an efficient visa strategy and implementation of visa procedure for media representatives.- Coordinate with logistics to define appropriate custom procedures for media representatives to bring professional equipment in and out of the host country. Liaise with other Media Services Managers to standardise process across the three host countries.- Implement the accreditation process in collaboration with the FIFA Zurich Media Operations and Services team and the Accreditation team.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:- Fluent in English and Spanish- Bachelor's degree in media or sports event management- At least 3 years' experience in the sports industry, with an emphasis on media operations and services- 3-5 years' experience in sports project management, preferably in football