International Affairs Specialist
- Application Deadline: Sept. 1, 2026
- Nyon
- Hybrid
Job information
Division/Unit: National Associations/ N.A. International Relations
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Nyon (WFH up to one day per week)
Start date: asap
Application deadline: 01.09.2026
Main goal
The International Affairs Specialist supports the implementation of international cooperation activities and development initiatives through effective coordination, administration and operational support. The role contributes to the successful delivery of programmes, events, meetings and international activities while ensuring efficient information management, financial administration and cross-functional collaboration.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinating international cooperation activities with sister confederations and FIFA and ensuring the timely exchange of information across relevant parties
- Supporting the planning and organisation of international meetings, events, workshops and official engagements as well as any follow-up activities, including coordinating appropriate UEFA representation where required
- Managing schedules, participation records, logistical arrangements and related administrative processes
- Coordinating the implementation and monitoring of solidarity programmes, ensuring compliance with established procedures and timelines
- Overseeing the implementation of UEFA Together projects in certain confederations
- Supporting the International Relations unit in the delivery of national association partnerships and related initiatives, as required
- Maintaining accurate records, databases, documentation and reporting tools related to international activities and programmes
- Providing organisational and logistical support for meetings and working groups and coordinating internal events of the National Associations Services unit
- Facilitating the effective sharing of information between the International Relations unit and National Associations Services unit
Great Place to Work
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Access UEFA's thrilling football events
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Receive an annual recognition payment
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Get financial support for your health insurance costs
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Work on UEFA matches and be at the heart of our football competitions
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Park with ease using our free parking spaces
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Travel at a reduced rate with a Swiss rail half-price card
Skills & Requirements
Requirements
Experience:
- from 4 to 6 years of experience in international affairs, programme administration, project coordination or event management
Education:
- Master degree in Business Administration, Sports Management or other relevant field
Languages:
- English / proficient
- Spanish / proficient
- other languages are an asset
Other requirements:
- Relocation to Switzerland/France is expected
- Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Experience working in an international and multicultural environment
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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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