Men’s Youth Competitions Manager – UEFA
UEFA

Main goal:

The Men’s Youth Competitions Manager is responsible for managing UEFA’s men’s youth and amateur competitions and supporting the rest of the Men’s National Team Competitions unit, under the supervision and leadership of the head of unit.

Key responsibilities:

– Main point of contact for all matters related to UEFA’s men’s Under-17, Under-19 and amateur competitions
– Supporting the Head of Men’s National Team Competitions with regard to overall concepts and calendars, and contributing to the competitions’ continuous enhancement within the European and world football framework
– Supporting the Head of Men’s National Team Competitions with project planning and budget management
– Representing the unit both inside and outside the Football division as requested by the head of unit
– Contributing to the competition regulations and manuals, as well as bidding procedures and related documents
– Preparing and performing organisational and administrative tasks related to competition entries, draws, fixture lists and workshops
– Drafting correspondence and reports, and preparing UEFA committee and working group meetings, including the necessary documentation
– Ensuring project delivery by performing the necessary administrative tasks and by liaising with internal and external stakeholders
– Conducting site visits, participating in online briefings/calls and making proposals, in particular for stadiums, training grounds and accommodation
– Leading the match organisation and team services at UEFA men’s Under-17, Under-19 and amateur final tournaments, in close cooperation with appointed colleagues from inside and outside the unit
– Monitoring all UEFA men’s Under-17, Under-19 and amateur qualifying matches and results (including permutations), from the Match Command Centre if necessary, and taking follow-up action with the relevant stakeholders (match operations, disciplinary, etc.)

Profile:

Experience required:
– from 4 to 6 years’ experience in football competition management
– from 4 to 6 years’ experience in a high-level sports organisation
– from 1 to 3 years in project and people management experience

Education:
– Further education is an advantage, ideally in the field of sport

Languages:
– English / Proficient
– Any other European languages are an advantage

Additional requirements:
– Interest in youth football
– Personal experience as a competitor/player, coach or referee an advantage
– Available to travel
– MS Office / Advanced
– Project Management / Advanced