EURO 2028 IBC Venue Manager
- Application Deadline: May 10, 2026
- Nyon
- Hybrid
Job information
Division/Unit: Marketing / Broadcast Engineering & Digital Services
Contract type: Fixed-term
Start date: 01.11.2026
End date: 11.08.2028
Application deadline: 10.05.2026
Location: Nyon (WFH up to one day per week)
This role is based at UEFA’s Headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland for the UEFA EURO 28 tournament. If you are looking for roles based in the UK & Ireland, please visit the UK & Ireland 2028 Limited page.
Main goal
UEFA is seeking a highly skilled IBC Venue Manager to support the delivery of the International Broadcast Centre (IBC) for UEFA EURO 2028. The ideal candidate has a strong background in venue operations, large‑scale live event environments, and organisational coordination, with proven experience managing complex projects under tight timelines.
Reporting to the Senior Broadcast Engineering Expert, you will play a key role in venue planning, documentation, supplier management, and technical proposal analysis to ensure the seamless delivery and operation of the IBC for the tournament.
Key responsibilities
Venue Planning & Operations
- Support the Senior Broadcast Engineer in the design, planning, and implementation of the IBC for UEFA EURO 2028
- Act as the primary point of contact between UEFA and the IBC venue for all planning and coordination activities
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure departmental requirements are met within the defined engineering budget
- Present the IBC to the Broadcast Partners at both Broadcast Partner Workshops to be held prior to the start of UEFA EURO 2028
- Be on‑site during the full IBC installation and infrastructure deployment period (late March 2028 – late July 2028) to oversee and manage suppliers, contractors, and venue operations.
Technical Proposal Writing & Analysis
- Contribute to the drafting of service proposals, functional specifications, and resource planning documents
- Support the evaluation of RFP/RFI responses, with a focus on feasibility, cost effectiveness, and vendor suitability
- Provide analytical input to ensure proposed solutions align with UEFA standards and operational needs
Great Place to Work
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Access UEFA's thrilling football events
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Participate in organisation-hosted social gatherings
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Get access to different health and well-being activities
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Enjoy our amazing campus offering numerous sports opportunities
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Taste great food at our restaurant and benefit from a meal contribution
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Travel at a reduced rate with a Swiss rail half-price card
Skills & Requirements
Requirements
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the television production industry, with a focus on venue‑based and/or live event operations
- Experience in live event planning, technical scheduling, and resource coordination
Languages:
- English / Proficient
Other requirements:
- Relocation to Switzerland/France is expected
- MS Office / Proficient
- Strong knowledge of project management, including supplier acquisition and procurement workflows
- Excellent interpersonal skills for managing relationships with suppliers, contractors, and broadcast partners
- Solid understanding of broadcast workflows and live production technologies
- Proficiency with tools and technical layout/documentation platforms such as Visio or equivalent
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About the company
UEFA – the Union of European Football Associations – is the game's governing body in Europe. It is a representative democracy, and is the umbrella organisation for 55 national football associations across Europe.
Our objectives are, among other things, to deal with all questions relating to European football, to promote football in a spirit of unity, solidarity, peace, understanding and fair play, without any discrimination on the basis of politics, race, religion, gender or any other reason, to safeguard the values of European football, to maintain relations with all stakeholders involved in European football, and to support and safeguard its member associations for the overall well-being of the European game.
We have a clear vision: a united European football family working together to improve enjoyment of the game.
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