About this opportunity
FIFA, the global governing body for football with a presence in more than 200 nations, is renowned for organizing the FIFA World Cup and driving the sport’s development worldwide. The organization’s Commercial & Marketing department seeks a Digital Product Manager to shape FIFA’s consumer‑facing digital proposition across Brazil and South America. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the role will involve close collaboration with product teams in Europe, senior commercial leaders, and local market experts. Applicants should be prepared for a competitive cost‑of‑living environment in Rio, where housing, transportation, and meals are moderate compared to many European capitals. FIFA provides a work visa for candidates with the right to work in Brazil and supports relocation logistics, especially for the tournament period in 2027. Leveraging Oppora’s CV Builder Studio and AI Cover Letter Generator can help applicants highlight relevant digital product experience and multilingual communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Define and iterate FIFA’s digital fan experiences, ensuring they reflect local consumption habits and cultural nuances in Brazil and the broader South American market.
- Lead end‑to‑end product cycles: from UX/UI design and roadmap creation to testing, release management, and post‑launch performance monitoring.
- Partner with Commercial and Marketing teams to design scalable digital activations that generate measurable value for fans and commercial partners.
- Serve as the Brazil liaison for FIFA’s tournament‑time digital operations, overseeing high‑traffic match moments, live content publishing, rapid issue resolution, and cross‑functional coordination during competition periods.
- Track key performance indicators using behavioural insights and user research, adjusting product priorities to meet tournament goals.
- Champion AI‑driven personalization and discovery solutions, proposing innovative features that enhance fan engagement.
- Communicate progress and risks to senior management and participate in cross‑functional steering groups to balance tournament milestones with product scope.
- Travel periodically to FIFA’s Zurich headquarters and other venues, especially during the Women’s World Cup in 2027, and relocate temporarily as required.
Benefits
- Fixed‑term full‑time contract with a competitive salary aligned with FIFA’s compensation framework for senior product roles.
- Access to FIFA’s global network of sport‑industry experts, mentorship programs, and internal training resources.
- Health and wellness benefits consistent with FIFA’s employee policies, including medical coverage and employee assistance services.
- Opportunity to influence the digital experience of millions of football fans during high‑visibility tournaments.
- Relocation assistance for moving to Rio de Janeiro and support for temporary assignments in Zurich or tournament venues.
- Exposure to cutting‑edge AI and data‑driven product development practices within a world‑class sporting organization.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Management, or a related discipline.
- Proven product management experience covering the full digital product lifecycle, preferably in direct‑to‑consumer environments such as sports, media, or entertainment.
- Strong familiarity with Agile methodologies; certifications such as PRINCE2 are a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multi‑regional projects and work autonomously amid ambiguity.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Portuguese and English; additional fluency in Spanish or another FIFA official language is advantageous.
- Proficiency with industry‑standard tools such as Figma, Asana, and Confluence.
- Solid understanding of digital direct‑to‑consumer ecosystems, including mobile and video platforms, and a passion for AI‑enabled innovation.
- Right to work in Brazil and willingness to relocate to Rio de Janeiro for the contract duration.
- Ability to travel internationally and adapt to varying time zones and cultural contexts.
How to Apply
- Visit FIFA’s official careers portal and locate the Digital Product Manager posting.
- Complete the online application form, uploading an up‑to‑date résumé and a cover letter tailored to the role.
- Attach supporting documents such as degree certificates, relevant project portfolios, and any professional certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile).
- Submit the application through the portal and confirm receipt via the automated confirmation email.
- Await further instructions from FIFA’s recruitment team for potential assessments or interviews. Click the Apply button below to start your application.
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Selection Committee Priorities
- •Academic/Professional Alignment: Ensure your statement explicitly ties your past work in Brazil to FIFA's strategic goals.
- •Leadership Evidence: Selection panels heavily weigh demonstrated initiative, community impact, or research output.
- •Financial & Language Prerequisites: Confirm if Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificates can substitute for formal standardized language test fees.





