Golden Opportunities: Business Across the Olympic Movement

The featured highlight this week shines on a tender opportunity for the Post-Olympic relaunch of Torino 2006. London 2012 charges in the lead with fifteen opportunities including a director of Games operations...Vancouver 2010 needs an IT technical specialist and the IOC seeks an IP multimedia jurist.

Featured Opportunities:

International Boxing Association (AIBA)

Director of Sports Department

Closing: February 27, 2009

Established in Lausanne since 2002 and at La Maison du Sport International since 2006, with a young and dynamic team of 10 people, we are now looking for a Director of Sports Department.

USA Archery

Chief Executive Officer

Closing: Open until filled

As the leader of USA Archery, the CEO will work with the Board to develop and implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization

IMG

Operations Manager

Closing: Open until filled

The Operations Manager will take a senior role in the planning and implementation of a series of events to include the Mazda London Triathlon, Mazda Blenheim Triathlon, The London Duathlon and the Etape Caledonia.

Sportcal.com

Office Manager

Closing: Open until filled

Sportcal is seeking an experienced Office Manager/ bookkeeper to join its European branch in Lausanne.

2014 Commonwealth Games - Scotland

Business Club

Closing: Open until filled

A NEW initiative to help Scotland's businesses capitalize on the economic opportunities offered by major events held in the country, including the 2014 Commonwealth Games, was launched February 3, 2009.

Tenders:

The Post-Olympic Re-launch of Torino 2006

Manage and promote facilities created and used for Turin 2006 Games

Deadline for presentation offers: May 7, 2009

A transfer contract will be stipulated between Parcolimpico and the new partner for a duration period of thirty years; it will include the management of the following sites: in Torino: the Palasport Olimpico, the Palavela, and the Arcate (Arch) of the Olympic Village; in Cesana: the Bob, Skeleton, and Luge track, the Biathlon site and the Hotel Olympic Centre; in Pragelato: the Ski Jumping stadium and the Ski Jumping Hotel; in Bardonecchia: the Olympic Village and the Half Pipe venue.

Bidding Opportunities:

Teen Masters

2010 National Championships

Closing: Open for Bids

The Teen Masters, which will be held in July 2010, is the premier high school championship bowling event.

Opportunities from Lausanne, Switzerland:

OGKM Front Office Project Manager

Closing: February 17, 2009

The IOC has an opening for a Front Office Project Manager within the Olympic Games Department, OGKM (Olympic Games Knowledge Management) section.

Administrative Assistant

Closing: February 26, 2009

The IOC has an opening for an Administrative Assistant within the Olympic Games Department, Youth Olympic Games Section.

Junior Events Coordinator Intern

Closing: February 26, 2009

The IOC has an opening for an Junior Events Coordinator Intern within the Finance and Administration Department, Event Section.

IP Multimedia Jurist

Closing: February 27, 2009

The IOC has an opening for an IP Multimedia Jurist within the Legal Affairs Department.

Junior IP Jurist

Closing: February 27, 2009

The IOC has an opening for a Junior IP Jurist within the Legal Affairs Department.

View the IOC Job Opportunities page to search volunteer and full-time positions.

Vancouver 2010 Opportunities:

Administrative Assistant, Media Relations

Closing: February 21, 2009

Assist the Media Relations Department in the delivery of VANOC’s media relations plan and strategies.

Coordinator, Village Plaza and Events, Vancouver

Closing: February 22, 2009

Reporting to the Manager, Village Plaza and Events for Vancouver the Coordinator, Village Plaza and Events will be responsible for assisting in the overall delivery of Village Plaza and Events program.

IT Technical Specialist - DAEP

Closing: February 24, 2009

This position will be engaged by David Atkins Enterprises Productions (DAEP), the entity that is charged with the responsibility of delivering the Opening, Closing and Victory Ceremonies for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, working in close association with VANOC.

Manager, Transportation Systems

Closing: February 26, 2009

Reporting to the General Manager, Transportation Systems, this position is responsible for planning, management and execution of transportation systems to specified client group(s) and/ or function(s).

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View the Vancouver 2010 Job Opportunities page to search volunteer and full-time positions.

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London 2012 Opportunities:

Senior Client Services Manager

Closing: February 16, 2009

A fantastic opportunity to join the Client Services team.

Polyclinic and Medical Services Coordinator

Closing: February 16, 2009

An exceptional opportunity has arisen with LOCOG for a suitably qualified health care clinician to assist in defining and delivering the medical service requirements for the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in London in 2012.

Group Manager – Client Services

Closing: February 17, 2009

This role will be responsible for ensuing we maximize return on investment for all parties for both the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Venue Results Manager

Closing: February 20, 2009

The successful individuals will be responsible for the full planning, testing, delivery and operations of all aspects of results infrastructure, systems, services and operations for a given sport(s) at Test Events, Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Fleet Services Manager

Closing: February 20, 2009

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with the ability to oversee all aspects of fleet service development and provision within the Transport department.

Transport Projects Manager

Closing: February 20, 2009

A key role for an individual to work as part of LOCOG’s Transport team and provide transport project management oversight and leadership.

Security Team Administration Assistant

Closing: February 27, 2009

A great opportunity to be part of LOCOG’s Security Team.

Security Risk Assessor

Closing: February 27, 2009

A key part of LOCOG’s Security team, the successful applicant will need to work with the Olympic Security Directorate.

Resourcing Project Manager

Closing: February 27, 2009

To lead on a number of key resourcing work streams.

Commercial Manager

Closing: February 27, 2009

Play a key role from strategy development to sales presentations and execution.

Director of Games Services

Closing: March 2, 2009

Responsible for developing and delivering a diverse range of services to ensure key client groups.

Producer, Sport Presentation

Closing: March 2, 2009

An exciting senior role for an experienced and innovative individual to be responsible for the overall planning, design, development and delivery of all entertainment surrounding the Olympicand Paralympic sport competitions in 2012.

Director of Games Operations

Closing: March 3, 2009

Reporting directly to the CEO, this critical role has significant responsibility for a full range of functions at the heart of putting on the Games.

Ticketing Marketing Manager

Closing: March 6, 2009

This role will be responsible for developing the ticket marketing strategy to help ensure that we achieve our budget revenue target and create maximum value from ticketing sales.

Director of Villages

Closing: March 12, 2009

A critical role for someone with proven senior leadership experience to be responsible for the planning and operations of the Athlete Villages for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012.

Venues Sustainability Manager

Closing: March 13, 2009

Provide technical environmental and sustainability input to the town and country planning process.

View the London 2012 Job Opportunities page to search volunteer and full-time positions.

Sochi 2014 Opportunities:

View the Sochi 2014 Job Opportunities page to search volunteer and full-time positions.

Singapore Youth Olympic Games 2010 Opportunities:

Manager, Venue Protocol Team

Closing: February 22, 2009

Reporting to Head of Protocol, you will serve as the primary representative for Protocol at venues and is responsible for all protocol matters at both competition and non-competition venues, services provided at Olympic Family Lounges, including welcome, information and catering.

Manager, Secretariat

Closing: February 22, 2009

Reporting to Head Protocol, you'll serve as the primary person & liaison for Olympic Family services at the Olympic Family Hotels in the respect to service provision to the Olympic Family & the IOC President's office taking care of the guests needs. Prior to Games, you'll coordinate & provide services to IOC & Olympic Family as required.

View the Singapore 2010 Job Opportunities page to search volunteer and full-time positions.

Additional Opportunities:

Sports Recruitment International

Sales Director - Premium Football Club

Closing: Open until filled

A premium Italian ‘Serie A’ Football Club and a premium European sports marketing company are looking to appoint a talented sales individual who will be responsible for seasonal tickets sales for the premium seats in the new stadium in Italy.

USA Water Polo

Olympic Development Program Coordinator

Closing: Open until filled

Support the Olympic Development Department in a variety of areas including but not limited to finance, events, and travel.

USOC

Sport Dietitian

Closing: Open until filled

Work as a member of the Acrobatic and Combat Sportfolio team by collaborating with other team members in assisting sports and teams with the integration of nutritional planning into their annual and long-term performance plans.

USA Shooting

Marketing Manager

Closing: Open until filled

Responsible for managing USAS marketing programs related to corporate sponsorships, trade shows, events and outreach programs.

Written by Tristan Luciotti

To submit an opportunity, please e-mail Tristan at luciotti@aroundtherings.com and provide the organization name, position title, web link, closing date and a brief summary.