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Venue Technology (VTS)is responsible forthe integration and planning of technology services across all Olympic and Paralympic Games venues, as well as the delivery of audio-visual (AV) equipment and services. Additionally, Venue Technology leads the Technology Equipment Allocation Process (TEAP), which ensures demand from other FunctionalAreas (FA) across the Organizing Committee (OC) is planned and managed to align with needs and budget.  

Venue Technologycomprises ofa Central Team as well as Manager, Venue Technology (VTM)assigned to each Games venue.As a member oftheCentral Team, this rolewill supportProgramManagement andmonitoringacross thedifferent phasesof the program lifecycle. 

KeyResponsibilities 

• Support the program management and reporting function for VTS, interfacing with other key FA's including Venues andInfrastructure,Planning and Programs, Energy and Logistics. 

• Manage, and execute regular internal departmental communications, and create and distribute periodic venue technology updates. 

• Assistinmanaging and updatingthe Venue Technology Implementation Plan. 

• Proactivelymonitordepartmental workflows to ensure that teamsremainon task and projects are delivered on schedule across multiple concurrent workstreams 

• SupportTelecoms,Service Delivery, Results and Cyber Securityteams to ensure requirements are accurately translated into actionable implementation plans. 

• Oversee day-to-dayVTSadministrativeoperations ensuring compliance andtimelydocumentationcreation,completionor submission. 

• Provide administrative and operational support across VTS functions, including change control, internal communications, mobilization, andlogistics. 

• Undertakeadditionaltasks as they become required due to the unpredictable nature of event delivery. 

• Manage a small team of direct reportsto deliver support to the wider VTS team.

Background and Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or relevant experience. 

• A formal project or program management qualification (e.g.Prince2, MSP, PMIetc) isrequiredfor this role. 

• SmartSheetProject Management Certification a plus 

• 5+ years of experience in technology projectmanagement,or 3 years of program management,ideally within live events, venue operations, or large-scale infrastructure environments. 

• Proven ability to manage tasks and timelines with precision, delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines and shifting priorities. 

• Demonstrated ability to influence andpersuadecolleaguesto ensuredelivery of milestones or reporting deadlines. 

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills; known for staying on task andmaintainingstructured workflows across multiple concurrent projects. 

• Advancedproficiencyin Smartsheet is essential.Skills in using Tableauor similar toolswill be considered aplus. 

• Possessesan obsessive attention to detail and a relentless drive for perfection, anability to juggle multiple complextaskssimultaneouslywhilemaintainingaccuracy. 

• Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate procedural information into clear, concise, and actionable language for diverse audiences (technical teams, vendors, and non-technical stakeholders).  

PhysicalRequirementsand Working Conditions 

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office. 

• The majority ofwork will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment. 

• The LA28 office is anopen floorplanworking environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in anopen cubicleenvironment. 

• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. 

• Perform other duties asrequired; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

Expectations 

• Adetailed approach to planning and delivery. 

• An ability to brief leadsregardingschedule and delivery planning. 

• An attitudeto goabove and beyondto deliver. 

• Ability toeffectivelycommunicatemultiple complex issuestocolleagues. 

• To be comfortablewithfast paced,uncertainty and change throughoutthelifecycleof the role. 

• Be agile and responsive, with an ability to learn and take on new tasks as they becomeapparent.