Sr. Manager, NCS Relations & Planning
LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.
The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles' third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.
Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in placea team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviorsoptimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldnessand look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.
Key Responsibilities :
NOC & NPC Relations :
- Cultivate and maintain trusted, transparent, and authentic client relationships.
- Support each client in designing strategies and efficient resource planning for successful participation in the Games.
- Manage and track day-to-day client correspondence across assigned continental portfolio ensuring timely, transparent and clear communications
- Support the production of key documents, policies, and client informational resources, and leading the distribution of those resources to clients in a timely, consistent and coordinated manner
- Serve as the client escalation pathway throughout the Games lifecycle, leading and coordinating the consolidation of client issues / feedback and subsequent issue resolution.
- Represent LA28 at Games preparation forums, continental meetings and seminars, coordinating required meetings and presenting updates to regional stakeholders
NOC & NPC Planning :
Cultivate and grow trusted, transparent, and authentic relationships across assigned LA28 FA portfolio teams.Support each FA in designing strategies and efficient resource planning for successful delivery of services that meet or exceed the expectations of NOCs / NPCs at Games-time.Lead client and LA28 discovery meetings, presentations, and planning sessions to capture key information and trends in NOC / NPC planningOversee and maintain the client journey from touch-down to take-off, validating service levels and venue plans impacting the NOC / NPC delegation journeyIntegrate with LA28 FAs as a trusted and valuable central resource of NOC / NPC specific information to support their planning.Collaborate closely with the Athlete Relations FA to ensure athlete experience remains central to all planning activities.Create strategies and action plans to mitigate identified gaps and meet the demands of respective NOC / NPC delegations.Design highly impactful client visits, webinars, and seminars, developing an effective agenda, liaising with NOC / NPC Services, and internal FAs on their participation and generation of post-visit follow-ups and reportsDelegation Registration Process (DRP) Lead :
Ensure all DRP milestones and deliverables are successfully delivered on-time and within budget in partnership with the IOC SEQ and LA28 ACR team.Manage the implementation and launch of the LA28 Estimated Team Size Calculator (ETS) tool in close collaboration with the IOC SEQ and LA28 ACR team.Lead DRP program strategy, design, and solution implementation from start (qualification period start) to finish (final Games reports).Lead the design and delivery of the NCS Operational Survey program integrating it seamlessly with FA planning and forecasting activities.Maintain, track, and monitor all data collected throughout the DRP program in consumable reports, modeling, and forecasting tools (I.e., Master Estimated Team Size Calculator) consumable by NCS and all relevant FAs.Support the integration of the DRP seamlessly the with LA28 central planning tools, Games Management System Applications (i.e., ACR), and the IOC / IPC qualification and tracking tools.Elevate the DRP through innovative technology solutions and data modeling techniques in partnership with the LA28 TEC team to leave a new legacy for future Games.NCS Team and Administration :
Cultivate an inclusive, transparent, honest, and welcoming working environmentManage status tracking and reporting tools reflecting progress on NOC / NPC, and LA28 FA milestones and deliverable statusManage the on-time delivery of program or NOC / NPC regional specific deliverablesSupport the development of budgets and projects plans with well researched and validated client / project requirements and planning assumptionsContribute to the design and implementation of core team processes and proceduresSet clear and measurable objectives to track team progress, performance, and trends to support a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-makingLead the recruitment process for NCS Relations and Planning roles within assigned regionSupport the NCS growth strategy, onboarding process, and day-to-day leadership of future regional team membersBackground & Qualifications :
Required experience :
Minimum 7+ years of relevant experienceDirect National Olympic and / or Paralympic Committee experience at multi-sport events including regional games, continental games, youth games direct Olympic and Paralympic Games experience within the NOC and NPC ecosystem is requiredExisting relations with NOCs / NPCS and a keen understanding of their needs and requirements at Games time is preferred.Direct experience leading or managing core deliverables of the Delegation Registration Process (DRP);Experience working in a similar role in international sport organizations, local organizing committees, or equivalentExperience of working in an environment that deals with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external at the executive level.Experience in managing projects at a high level with a strong attention to detail, sense of accountability, and complex data-reporting skills.Required Expertise :
Exceptional excel, Smartsheet, and data management skills; data modeling skills a plus.Mastery of the Olympic and Paralympic Games accreditation and sport entry policies, procedures, and program.In-depth knowledge of Olympic and Paralympic Family network and Olympic and Paralympic Games operations.Eagerness to think out of the box and challenge the status-quoRequired proven ability of building good interpersonal relationships with people across the organization, while balancing assertiveness with diplomacyStrong communication, team building, and commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.Strong work ethic with high standards for delivery of work outputs / productsA track record of leading and managing a multi-cultural team effectivelyA track record of strong business skills including budget managementExtremely detail-oriented with excellent project management and organizational skillsWell-developed problem-solving skills and ability to work independently to resolve issuesPosition Requirements :
Education :
Bachelor's degree or equivalent requiredFluent written and spoken French or Spanish required; other languages highly preferredFluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft Excel and PowerPointFluency with data analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI and TableauProject Management certifications are a plusExpectations :
Team player who values the success of the team over selfCreative problem-solver and critical thinkerService-oriented and reliableGenuinely curious and ready to think outside of the boxGreat communicator and unifierAssertive and confidentDisplays the highest levels of integrity and commitmentEnjoys challenges and fast-paced work environmentsFinds ways to move forward without all the answersValues inclusiveness in all its forms.Enthusiastic about sport and the Olympic and Paralympic GamesUnderstands how to deliver against an immovable