Junior Sports Manager

About the job

WHO WE ARE

FISU (Fédération Internationale du Sport Universitaire) – the International University Sports Federation – was founded in 1949 to connect sport and education within the global academic community. We empower students worldwide to pursue excellence in both mind and body.

In a rapidly changing world, the role of university sport is evolving. Expectations around wellbeing, inclusion, sustainability, innovation, and global connection are growing. FISU, as the global governing body for university sport, is responding to these challenges – working closely with universities, national members, continental and international partners.

FISU serves as the global platform for university sport at all levels through sport competitions and educational initiatives. Together with its members and continental organisations, FISU supports students, connects universities and leads cultural exchange. FISU fosters academic-athletic balance and promotes wellbeing, respect, excellence and inclusion for generations to come.

OUR VALUES

• Excellence
• Passion
• Teamwork
• Innovation

Junior Sports Manager

Type of contract : Permanent

Activity rate : Full-time (100%)

Reports to : Chief Sports Officer

Designated substitute in case of absence: Substitution is defined in projects and tasks

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (included but not limited to)

FISU realises most of its tasks through projects. Therefore, all events are managed as individual projects. The work within the sports department is organised in teams that are put together on a project-specific basis in mutual agreement between the ‘Heads of’ in consultation with the Chief Sports Officer.

The Junior Sports Manager supports the responsible project manager in the realisation of the event, starting with the candidature procedure, the operational support of the organising committee through to the closure of the project and its documentation and evaluation (including knowledge transfer). The guidelines and minimum requirements for FISU sport events form the basis. Stakeholder management, quality assurance and the oversight of financial aspects are also key tasks within the project.

Event Guidelines and minimum requirements:
Support in creating, updating and publishing of candidature guidelines, minimum requirements and relevant regulations for sport events to support a standardised and high-quality event preparation and hosting. Ensure full compliance with international sports standards, ethics, and regulatory requirements.

Candidature procedure (candidate identification and evaluation):
Assistance during the candidature procedure. Operational support in the preparation of the evaluation and decision-making basis for the Chief Sports Officers and the Secretary General for the attribution of FISU sports events to future organisers and ensuring that the applications meet the required standards for international competitions.

Operational Oversight and Quality Assurance:
Assistance with planning, supervising and evaluation of the Sport Events, support in ensuring quality control, milestone tracking, reporting of event progress, effective coordination and communication between FISU and Local Organising Committee and coordination across functional areas and host organisations. Ensuring compliance with FISU regulations by the organisers.

Closure of the Event (Documentation, Evaluation and Knowledge Transfer):
Assistance in documentation and evaluation of Sport Events by collecting and archiving event information, updating the FISU database and assisting with event follow-up for continuous improvement. Ensuring the transfer of knowledge from one organising committee to the next.

Stakeholder Coordination and Collaboration:

Collaborate with partners (CUSFs, NUSFs, Universities, International Sport Federations and Organisation Committees) to align practices, coordinate calendars, manage technical delegates appointments, and develop partnerships that ensure the Sport Events meet international standards and promote sport development.

Project management:
Support project leadership in project realisation by using standard project management methods.

Documents, Presentations, Reporting:
Assistance in the preparation of documents for the attention of the Chief Sports Officer and the Secretary General.

Internal Collaboration:
Cross-departmental collaboration and support, in particular supporting other FISU departments in organising events, managing key documents and reports, contributing to strategy development and coordinating initiatives with departments such as Marketing, Media and Technology. Ensure clear communication within FISU.
Other duties as assigned
Travelling if required for the fulfilment of tasks

Education
A Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or a related field is required.
A Master’s degree or higher academic qualification is considered an asset.

Professional Experience
Minimum 3 years of sports-related professional experience is required.
Candidates must demonstrate proven experience and solid professional knowledge in event operations and/or event delivery.

Languages
Full professional proficiency in English is required.
Basic knowledge of French, enabling routine professional communication, is required.