FIFA seeks Human Rights Coordinator for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ (USA, Miami)

Description

Reporting organisationally to the Head of Human Rights, the Human Rights Coordinator will be a key member of the FIFA26 Sustainability & Human Rights team, This role will be responsible for supporting the successful implementation of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Sustainability & Human Rights Strategy with a particular focus on the Social Pillar of the Strategy.

The main responsibilities and oversights of the Human Rights Coordinator for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be to:

  • Provide planning and administrative assistance to the Head of Human Rights and Senior Manager of Accessibility and Safeguarding. 
  • Carry out research and reporting support for the Head of Human Rights and Senior Manager of Accessibility and Safeguarding.
  • Coordinate project management, including planning, tracking, and documentation around key human rights initiatives.
  • Coordinate and manage meetings, workshops, and communications with FWC 2026 Host City Human Rights Focal Points. 
  • Provide administrative assistance to the FIFA26 Sustainability and Human Rights team.

Candidate profile

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, with a focus on Human rights, Equality, Diversity and/or International Relations
  • A minimum of 2 years of work experience working in human rights-related fields.
  • Strong project management experience
  • Strong attention to detail and deadlines
  • Skilled written and verbal communicator
https://www.sportanddev.org/latest/jobs-and-opportunities/human-rights-coordinator-fifa-world-cup-2026

Job details

On site
Fixed-term contract
Full time
Salary not specified
United States

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