Senior Manager, Safety & Security

Application Deadline: 1 November 2024

Department: Safety & Security

Location: Toronto

Description

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 organizationally to the Executive Director, Safety & Security - Canada, the Senior Manager, Safety & Security – Canada will be a key member of the Safety & Security team, and work in close collaboration with the Safety & Security Teams of the Canadian host cities of Toronto and Vancouver, as well as Mexico, the USA, and other key individuals responsible for safety and security operations. Responsibilities will include leading collaboration and coordination in the areas of venue security, risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and public safety / private security integration. Further, this role will transition from FWC2026 Canada Headquarters (Toronto) to a FWC2026 CAN venue site prior to and during the tournament.

THE POSITION

The main responsibilities and oversights of the Senior Manager, Safety & Security - CAN for the FIFA World Cup 26 include:

• Participate in the development and implementation of comprehensive safety and security strategies to ensure the protection of participants, spectators, and assets throughout the World Cup.


• Participate in the development and implementation of plans for threat detection, prevention, and mitigation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, standards, and protocols set by FIFA and relevant authorities.


• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, including event organizers, government entities, and security vendors.


• Stay informed about potential security risks and emerging trends through intelligence gathering and analysis.


• Participate in the development and implementation of comprehensive crowd management strategies to ensure a safe environment for all attendees.


• Collaborate with other departments to integrate safety and security considerations into event planning and operations.


• Manage budgets and resources effectively to support safety and security operations.


• Partner closely with the Safety & Security teams in each Canadian host city for an integrated cross-country security approach.


• Provide regular reports, updates, and recommendations to senior management regarding safety and security matters.

FIFA World Cup 26 Skills Framework

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 break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.
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

• Bachelors Degree or similar work-based qualification.
  

Work Experience

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in safety & security, including significant involvement with stadium sporting events and other major events.


• Strong project management skills.


• Capability to write documents and present in front of large groups. 


• High organizational and communication skills.


• Knowledge of organizing private security services would be an advantage. 

Languages

• Fluent in English. French proficiency is a plus.
  

Technology

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

FIFA26 is a proud equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibits discrimination of any kind on the basis race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.