Manager, Team Base Camp Security, FIFA World Cup 2026

At 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. 

Reporting organisationally to the Regional Director, Non-Competition Sites, the Manager, Team Base Camp Security will be a key member of the FIFA26 Safety & Security team. The Team Base Camp Manager is a critical role within the Safety & Security organization, responsible to support the planning, coordination, and operational management of designated Team Base Camps. This position is responsible for seamless delivery of security services and compliance with organizational standards across multiple locations not covered by existing Senior Managers in Host City Regions or States. The role demands exceptional project management capabilities and operational leadership to guarantee site readiness and performance during tournament time. All candidates must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and be willing to work long hours and be on call 24/7 during the tournament

The main responsibilities and oversights include:  

• Planning & Alignment
  • Support respective directors during the planning phase and deliver against established KPIs
  • Develop and maintain planning requirements for all Team Base Camps under the manager’s scope
  • Ensure contract delivery for security services at all Team Base Camps within assigned responsibility
• Onboarding & Training
  • Lead onboarding and training programs for all Team Base Camps Specialists under the manager’s ownership and scope
• Operational Management
  • Serve as the operational command and control point for assigned Team Base Camps during tournament time
  • Coordinate all security operational activities across assigned Team Base Camps during tournament time
  • Facilitate Safety & Security Operations Center (SSOC) daily coordination updates for assigned sites during tournament time
• Reporting & Incident Management
  • Build and maintain reports on all issues and incidents occurring at assigned Team Base Camps during tournament time
  • Remotely coordinate incident resolution through SSOC escalation and collaborate across functional areas, as applicable
  • Validate and record resource usage at Team Base Camps to support central auditing processes 

ACCOUNTABILITY: Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behavior, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes.

DECISION MAKING: Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances.

INCLUSIVITY: Achieve shared organizational objectives by sharing information with colleagues across all levels and divisions, tangibly influencing others, and maintaining a network of support contacts.

INITIATIVE: Capacity to do things on one’s own initiative and to influence the course of events, assume responsibilities, and achieve objectives with a minimum of supervision and control.

INNOVATION: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.

LEADERSHIP: Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority / decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents.

VISION: Ability to perceive the organization's global environmental impact, anticipate decision consequences, grasp organizational missions, and formulate strategic plans.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field associated with safety, security and/or project management. 

Work Experience

• A minimum 5 years of experience in managing safety, security, policy development, and event management
• Proven experience in security and project management, with the ability to manage complex, multi-site operations under tight timelines
• Strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate across multiple stakeholders
• Multiple years experience with operational planning and delivery
• Proficiency in the use of technology, including reporting and incident management systems
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments, make critical decisions quickly, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders
• Familiarity with safety and security protocols
• Safety and security experience in tournaments considered a plus

Languages

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus

Technology

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools