Project Coordinator UCI Cycling World Championships 2027 (fixed-term contract) (100 %) French - English

• 21 August 2026 • 100% • Indefinite duration • Possible • Allée Ferdi Kübler 12, 1860 Aigle Founded on 14 April 1900 in Paris, l-Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is the governing body of cycling in the world. Its mission is to develop and supervise cycling in all its forms and for everyone, as a competitive sport, a healthy leisure activity, and a means of transport and enjoyment. Furthermore, the UCI ensures the promotion of its own events, notably the UCI Road World Championships, an emblematic annual event, and a large number of other World Championships and World Cups in the various disciplines. Its headquarters is located in Aigle, Switzerland, at the UCI World Cycling Centre. The UCI is looking for a: Project Coordinator UCI Cycling World Championships 2027 (fixed-term contract) (100 %) French - English Mission: As Project Coordinator - UCI Cycling World Championships 2027, you will report to the Head of Olympic Games and Major Events within the Sports Department. You will work in close collaboration with the Head of Olympic Games and Major Events, the relevant UCI departments, the Organizing Committee, as well as external stakeholders in order to ensure the successful planning and implementation of the UCI Cycling World Championships 2027, which will be held in Haute-Savoie, France. Main responsibilities: • Coordinate the preparation, planning, and operational implementation of the elements of the Championships falling under the responsibility of the UCI. • Develop and maintain the UCI project plan as well as the associated work plans. • Ensure effective internal project monitoring with the UCI departments and external stakeholders. • Monitor milestones and deliverables falling under the responsibility of the UCI and the organizers. • Prepare, organize, and ensure the follow-up of internal and external project meetings, site visits, and briefings, including agendas, minutes, and action tracking. • Produce regular progress reports for the UCI management. • Perform agreed specific tasks, such as maintaining and updating the general calendar as well as coordinating the implementation of the accreditation system, in coordination with departments, organizers, and stakeholders, in accordance with the agreed process. • Coordinate the organization for the UCI delegation: accommodation, transport, accreditation, and hospitality, in collaboration with the relevant units (including UCI Travel). • Perform the agreed operational coordination tasks during the Championships. • Coordinate the post-event debriefing process. • Produce the final post-event report. • Develop knowledge transfer documentation and ensure appropriate internal archiving. Profile: • Higher education in sports management or equivalent. • At least 5 years of professional experience in the organization and implementation of major sporting events, ideally in cycling. • Proven experience in project management in the planning of sporting events. • Excellent organizational skills. • French native speaker with excellent command of English. • Good command of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). • Strong leadership skills. • Ability to work independently and in a team. • Motivated, curious, open-minded, and flexible person. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Availability to travel frequently and work on weekends. • Holder of a driving license and possessing a vehicle. • Residing in the Lake Geneva region or willing to relocate there quickly. Start date: immediate or to be agreed, contract until 28 February 2028 Joining us means having the opportunity to exploit your skills, participate in sporting news, and contribute to the success of a modern and dynamic organization. If this position interests you and you match the profile, please send your complete file (cover letter, CV, work certificates, and diplomas) by e-mail to the following address: Write an email.