Competitive Ski Mountaineering is one of the fastest growing winter sports and will make its Olympic debut at Milano-Cortina Winter Olympic Games in 2026, after an extremely successful performance at the Lausanne 2020 Youth Games. The International Ski Mountaineering Federation (ISMF) is the international governing body for the sport and is seeking its first-ever dedicated Marketing & Communication Manager to work on strategic partnerships and help the growth of our sport, generating revenues maximizing the global exposure of the sport. Join the team and be part of an ecosystem that combines one of the fastest-growing sports of the planet with a culture of high performance, collaboration and opportunity. Ski Mountaineering is at an exciting crossroads and there is an opportunity for considerable growth across the globe. The sport is visually appealing, has some of the greatest endurance athletes in the world, and is a sustainable sport with strong values.
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About us:
Founded in 2007, the International Ski Mountaineering Federation ISMF is the global governing body for ski mountaineering competitions. Since 2016, the organization is officially recognized by the International Olympic Committee IOC. Its main goals are the promotion, regulation and development of the ski mountaineering sport worldwide. Based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the ISMF’s membership consists of 45 national mountaineering or ski sports federations in Europe, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. The ISMF organizes ski mountaineering World Cups events and World Championships. For the first time, ski mountaineering has been a medal sport at the 2020 Youth Olympic Games in Lausanne, Switzerland, and has recently been included in the programme of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.
Compensation:
Fixed amount plus variable compensation based upon revenue goals.
The position does not require work at the ISMF office, and the successful candidate will be able to work remotely. Some travel and work on week-ends will be required.
Selection Process:
Cover letter, CV, and references
Start date July 1, 2023
To apply:
For qualified and interested candidates, please send a cover letter, CV and references to: jobs@ismf-ski.org
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