Football Communications Associate

Position Title: Football Communications Associate
Department: Communications
Reports to: Football Communications Manager
Position based in: Concacaf Headquarters, Miami, FL

COMPANY INFORMATION:
We are The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football, one of six continental confederations of FIFA. Concacaf serves as the governing body of football in this part of the world. It is composed of 41 national associations united by the passion for football, from Canada in the north to Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana in the south.

Concacaf is committed to developing, promoting, and managing football throughout the region.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Football Communications Associate will assist in executing the department’s football communications and media operations strategies. Reporting to the Football Communications Manager, this role will contribute to a range of tasks, including drafting communications content, supporting the implementation of media operations plans, assisting the editorial team, and managing content on Concacaf’s online Media Hub. The position also involves regular collaboration with internal departments, media representatives, and Concacaf Member Associations to ensure consistent, high-quality communications and seamless media operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Support the execution of comprehensive football communication strategies.
Coordinate media relations efforts, including responses to inquiries and relationship management with media outlets and journalists across the region, to encourage positive coverage.
Draft and translate communication materials such as media releases, newsletters, statements, briefing documents, and other content.
Monitor and track communication efforts, compiling reports and insights to support continuous improvement, including daily media reports for senior management.
Ensure the delivery of media operations plans, both online and in person, for the Confederation’s national team and club events.
Coordinate day-to-day tasks related to the football editorial group, content calendar, freelance writers, and photography agencies under the guidance of the editorial team.
Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders, including Member Associations, national teams, clubs, host venues, and media partners, to ensure effective execution of communications initiatives.
Serve as the Media Officer for tournaments and events, acting as the primary point of contact between Concacaf, participating teams, and media representatives.
Perform additional communications tasks assigned to support departmental goals.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that s/he can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
+2 years of professional experience in communications or a related field.
Experience in writing media releases and reports, managing media operations, and working in professional sports.
Proven experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Knowledge of and passion for football (soccer) will be considered a strong plus.
The ideal candidate is bilingual (English/French or Spanish). Dutch is a plus. Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a written exercise as part of the interview process.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
Must be a process-driven thinker and goal-oriented.
Ability to solve issues in a multicultural environment.
High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information is critical and professionalism in dealing with others, both inside and outside of the confederation, is a must.
Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally, with an approximate travel requirement of 50%.

Due to the cyclical nature of the sports and entertainment industry, the employee may be required to work varying schedules, including game nights, to reflect the business needs of the company.

This job description in no way implies that the duties listed here are the only ones the employee can be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks, duties, and training as dictated by their supervisor.

Concacaf provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits are competitive according to the market.

Concacaf is an equal-opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification protected by law.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send an updated CV to Jobs@Concacaf.org

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to submit proof of such eligibility.