Role Overview
The Football Tours & Tournaments Manager is responsible for leading, managing, and expanding Tempo Football Academy's Tours & Tournaments Division. This includes full ownership of Tempo's three flagship tournaments — the Tempo Easter Cup, Tempo Summer Cup, and Tempo Youth World Cup — and delivery of Tempo's international tours (e.g. Manchester United Tour, Madrid Tour, Costa Blanco Cup).
The role blends operational delivery with a strong commercial focus — ensuring world-class experiences for players and families, while also securing sponsorships, driving recruitment, maximising profitability, and expanding Tempo's tournament calendar across Ireland and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
1. Tournament Management & Expansion
* Lead the planning and delivery of Tempo's flagship tournaments:
* Tempo Easter Cup (April)
* Tempo Summer Cup (August)
* Tempo Youth World Cup (June – flagship international event)
* Oversee logistics: venues, referees, fixtures, scheduling, equipment, volunteers, safeguarding.
* Deliver professional branding and a high-quality experience for players, parents, and sponsors.
* Expansion mandate:
* Research, design, and launch new Tempo tournaments (regional, national, and international).
* Identify host clubs/venues for expansion tournaments.
* Scale the number of participating teams year-on-year.
2. International Tours
* Plan and manage Tempo's tours, including:
* Manage logistics: flights, accommodation, transport, match fixtures, cultural activities, and insurance.
* Act as main liaison with parents, players, and international partners.
* Guarantee a safe, professional, and memorable experience for all travellers.
3. Commercial & Sponsorship
* Develop and deliver sponsorship strategies for all tournaments and tours.
* Build and maintain partnerships with sponsors, local businesses, and corporate stakeholders.
* Design attractive sponsorship packages (naming rights, branding, hospitality, digital exposure).
* Drive additional commercial opportunities (vendors, merchandise, ticketing, hospitality).
4. Sales & Recruitment
* Recruit domestic and international teams for tournaments.
* Secure clubs and academies for Tempo tours.
* Grow Tempo's international network with clubs, academies, and agencies.
* Collaborate with Marketing to promote events and maximise exposure.
5. Financial Management
* Own the P&L for the Tours & Tournaments division.
* Set and manage budgets, ensuring strong profit margins.
* Negotiate with venues, hotels, airlines, and suppliers for best-value agreements.
6. Leadership & Reporting
* Build and manage a support team (coordinators, interns, tournament/event staff).
* Report regularly to the Programme Director/CEO with performance updates and strategic plans.
* Ensure all operations reflect Tempo's T.E.M.P.O. values and long-term vision.
Key Skills & Attributes
* Experience in sports event management, tournament organisation, or international tours.
* Proven ability in sponsorship sales and commercial development.
* Strong project management and organisational skills.
* Skilled negotiator with strong relationship-building capabilities.
* Financially savvy with P&L management experience.
* Excellent communicator across parents, clubs, sponsors, and international partners.
* Passion for football and youth player development.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Tournament Growth: Year-on-year increase in team registrations at Easter Cup, Summer Cup, Youth World Cup.
* Tournament Expansion: Number of new tournaments launched and sustained.
* Sponsorship Revenue: Value of sponsorship secured annually.
* Tour Participation: Players/teams recruited for international tours.
* Financial Performance: Profit margins delivered per tournament/tour.
* Customer Experience: Parent/player satisfaction levels.
* Expansion: Number of new partners, tours, or international collaborations established.
Reporting Line
* Reports directly to: Programme Director / CEO
* Works closely with: Head of Academy, Marketing & Social Media Manager, Head of S&C, Junior Academy Centre Leads
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €30,000.00-€35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Work from home
Education:
* Bachelor's (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* A Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person