The International Triathlon Union (ITU) Sport Department is looking to appoint a Sport Administration Coordinator to fulfil the growing demands of ITU events and National Federations around the world.
The Sport Administration Coordinator position is based in Lausanne, Switzerland. Starting in May 2011, the permanent position reports to the Senior Manager of Sport Administration. Salary is negotiable – commensurate with experience.
The successful applicant will be responsible for working closely with the Senior Manager of Sport Administration and other members of the Sport Department to communicate with Local Organizing Committees on:
• Information on the ITU website
• Technical inventory management
• ITU Team travel
Communication with National Federations on:
• Bidding process for various ITU events
Communication with International Technical Officials on:
• Assignments
• Expense reports
The role involves managing:
• Side events related with the ITU World Championship Grand Final
• Events and technical related database
• Finances of the ITU office in Lausanne
• Technical Officials’ monthly newsletter
Requirements:
• A degree or equivalent experience in sports administration
• Knowledge of sport and the Olympic movement is required
• Project management ability
• Strong work ethic and attention to quality and detail
• Able to work independently and as a team member
• Able to travel for extended periods
Applicants should be comfortable working in a small close-knit team environment, alongside having effective oral and written communication skills in English and French, and possess computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, video, Photoshop).
Having carefully examined the job description, applicants who are interested in applying for this position must respond by submitting a resume, portfolio of projects and a cover letter containing supportive information they consider relevant, including the reasons for applying for the post and why they consider themselves suitable.
Candidates are also requested to state their actual salary and their salary expectations in their cover letter. Applications should be made to events[at]triathlon.org, marked for the attention of Gergely Markus (attaching both cover letter and resume).
The closing date for all applications is 25 February 2011.
