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FIFA is hiring in Toronto ahead of the 2026 World Cup

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Although the 2026 World Cup may feel like it’s out of reach, preparations for the major event are already underway. Toronto is one of the host cities with six matches being played at BMO Field, including Canada’s opening match. With an event this large comes job openings, and FIFA is already hiring for several jobs in Toronto.

Here are the details.

FIFA recently updated their job board, already listing three jobs available in Toronto.

Manager, Host City Rights Management

This role is a fixed-term full-time job with the main responsibilities including:

Coordinate an efficient and timely Host City Supporter Sales process
Support the execution of all contractual obligations for Host City Supporters through effective coordination and successful implementation of Host City commercial activities
Support the day-to-day commercial activities of all Host City Supporters and stakeholders in accordance with parameters agreed and approved by FIFA in various agreements
Facilitate the approval process for all branding opportunities for Host City Supporters across all Host City activations in accordance with Brand Guidelines
Manage the operational requirements for all milestone and tournament execution
Assist Host City Supporters to build commercial activations in accordance with Commercial and Brand Guidelines
Contribute to the development and execution of Host Cities’ auxiliary events and revenue opportunities
Participate in working groups with all stakeholders

The deadline for the Manger of Host City Rights Management application is March 26th, 2024 so apply soon!

Senior Arrivals & Departures Country Manager (Airport Operations)

This job is fixed term full time and describes the main duties as, “Designing and implementing a suitable A&D service model in their country and in line with the other A&D Sr Managers in FWC 26, to service all FIFA Constituent Groups (Teams, Referees, FIFA Officials, VIPs, Workforce, Dignitaries, Media, Broadcast, Commercial Affiliates) at all official point-of-entry/exit sites, based on FIFA requirements and agreed service levels.” Those include:

FIFA Club World Cup 2025
FIFA 2026 World Cup Tournament
Final Draws
Test Events
Team Workshops
Any other official side events

If this sounds like a job for you, apply soon as the deadline is March 29th, 2024.

Senior Manager, Guest Operations

The Senior Manager of Guest Operations job is also fixed term full time with the main responsibilities including:

Lead teams in each respective workstream including Stadium Operations, VIP Hotels, Leisure Program, Protocol, and Guest Management as well as providing critical support with the overall department
Budget development and monitoring throughout the life cycle of the project for each respective workstream
Setting up working groups for a fully integrated guest experience development process ensuring consistent quality levels and seamless provision of all guest-related services putting the VIP/VVIP’s needs in the centre of attention
Identifying key principles and establishing of scalable event concepts built around the VIP/VVIP lounges at stadiums and VIP hotels including FIFA Club, ancillary meetings, entertainment programs
Creating visual identity and creative branding concepts enhancing a customized, memorable, and unique look & feel
Developing and coordinating holistic hospitality concepts combining decoration with an innovative and high-quality food & beverage concept
Performing research, analysis, benchmarking and consultations to establish Guest Experience and Hospitality production plans

This job has a deadline of March 29th so apply apply apply!

There are also other ways to get a job working at BMO Field and other sports venues for that matter!

MLSE, the organization that owns teams such as the Raptors, Leafs and Toronto FC is hiring for the following positions: