
Head of Sports
Georg Hernes
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Location: Voss, Norway & Online
Duration: Project-based position (before and during Ekstremsportveko)
The Head of Multisport is a key role in ensuring that the multisport competitions at Ekstremsportveko are delivered in a safe, professional, and engaging manner. The role requires a structured and committed individual with a strong interest in multisport and event delivery.
- Overall responsibility for planning and execution of all events and competitions within the multisport program.
- Develop detailed schedules and activity setups in line with applicable rules, formats, and guidelines.
- Ensure smooth coordination between the different elements and disciplines included in the multisport concept.
- Work closely with athletes to ensure they have access to the necessary information, equipment, and resources.
- Recruit, organize, and follow up volunteers involved in the delivery of multisport activities and competitions.
- Ensure that the multisport program complies with relevant safety standards and guidelines.
- Monitor event execution and identify operational or safety-related challenges that require action.
- Work closely with the safety team to ensure all activities are carried out in a safe and controlled manner.
- Participate in risk assessments and contribute to the implementation of necessary measures.
- Actively work to ensure a positive and memorable experience for both participants and spectators.
- Contribute to strengthening the festival’s profile through high-quality execution of multisport events and competitions.
- Practical experience or solid knowledge of multisport or related disciplines.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and take responsibility for the execution of activities and events.
- Basic understanding of safety in sports and event contexts, and willingness to follow established routines and systems.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with athletes, volunteers, and other involved stakeholders.
- Well-organized and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt to changes as they occur.
The position requires a high degree of flexibility, with increased workload in the period before and during Ekstremsportveko. Physical presence in Voss is required to ensure safe and efficient execution of the multisport program.
- The opportunity to be responsible for multisport at one of the world’s most renowned extreme sports festivals.
- An engaging, fast-paced working environment with close collaboration with skilled and dedicated colleagues.
- Valuable experience in sports event management and festival organization in an international setting.
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Head of Sports
Ask me about sports, safety and sustainability