Full job description

We are currently seeking an Sports Event Manager to manage the preparation and on-site organization of sports events in Dubai.

The role is 80% focused on sports events of different scales — from small chess championships (40 participants) to multi-day paddle tournaments with 70+ teams, as well as football tournaments.

You don’t have to be a professional athlete, but you should genuinely enjoy working with sports events.

This is an on-site role, and being present in the office is important for effective planning and coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and coordinate sports events from A to Z
• Manage logistics: venues, schedules, equipment, registrations, and suppliers
• Coordinate with referees, coaches, partners, and venues
• Be present on-site during events to ensure smooth execution
• Handle event timelines and solve operational issues quickly
• Support multiple events running across different dates and formats

Requirements

• Experience in event coordination or operations (sports events are a strong plus)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Willing to work a 6/1 schedule
• Flexible to work on some Sundays (day off will be moved to another day)
• Based in Dubai or willing to work fully on-site

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work on diverse and high-energy sports events
• Dynamic team and practical, hands-on experience
• Growth opportunities in the sports & events industry
• Health insurance