Sustainability Senior Manager
Department: Corporate & Sustainable Development Department
Location: Lausanne, Switzerland
Contract Type: Open-ended
Activity Level: 100%
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is the guardian of the Olympic Games and the leader of the Olympic Movement. A truly global organisation, it acts as a catalyst for collaboration between all Olympic stakeholders, including athletes, National Olympic Committees (NOCs), International Sports Federations (IFs), Organising Committees for the Olympic Games (OCOGs), Worldwide Olympic Partners, and Media Rights-Holders. It also works with public and private authorities, including the United Nations and other international organisations.
If you are experienced in the field of sustainability and the vision to build a better world through sports inspires you, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to the Olympic Movement within the IOC. As a Sustainability Senior Manager, you will be contributing to the achievement of the IOC's strategic intents for 2030 and to strengthening the IOC's sustainability competency center.
As a Sustainability Senior Manager, you’ll lead groundbreaking sustainability efforts, working closely with stakeholders across the Olympic Movement, including National Olympic Committees, International Federations, and Organising Committees for the Olympic Games.
Your role will be crucial in ensuring that sustainability is embedded in every aspect of the Olympic Games and across the broader Olympic Movement. You’ll collaborate with colleagues to review and refine sustainability strategies, monitor progress, and integrate sustainability across all IOC Games-related operations. Your expertise will directly impact the success of global sustainability efforts, creating a ripple effect across multiple disciplines and territories.
This is a journey where your passion for sustainability will make a tangible difference on the global stage. You will not only shape the future of the Olympic Games but also influence the sustainability journey of future generations. The IOC offers a global platform where you can drive meaningful change, inspire, and set new standards for sustainability in sport.
We are seeking visionary Managers with proven expertise in sustainability, project management, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll need the ability to manage complex environments, lead high-impact initiatives, and engage stakeholders at all levels of the IOC and beyond. As part of the IOC, you’ll work with a passionate, diverse team committed to creating a more sustainable and responsible future for the Olympic Movement.
If you're ready for a challenge and eager to contribute to the Olympic Movement's sustainability goals, this is your chance to join a world-class organisation and make a real impact on global sustainability efforts. Your journey with the IOC will be one of growth, influence, and purpose as you help us create a more sustainable future for sport.
Come and join an organisation where the spirit of inclusion, gender equality and diversity is embedded in its DNA and which focuses on what unites us – a passion for sport and its values. Work in a flexible and rewarding environment which offers competitive employee benefits and numerous incentives to live a sustainable, healthy and active life. By joining us, you become part of the Olympic Movement and help to build a better world through sport. You will have the opportunity to work with people of more than 70 nationalities.