IT Application Manager 100% Full-time Job

The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), founded in 1908, is the worldwide governing body for ice hockey with 84 member associations. In addition to overseeing international rules, officiating, player transfers, and development programs, the IIHF organizes ice hockey at the Olympic Games and runs over 25 World Championship tournaments each year across men’s, women’s, and junior categories.The IIHF is looking for a motivated and skilled IT Application Manager to join its Technology Department. This position focuses on maintaining and improving the IIHF’s IT environment, managing and optimizing business applications, and providing advanced technical support (2nd level).

The role combines hands-on technical work with responsibility for ensuring stable, secure, and efficient operations of the IIHF’s IT and application landscape, while also being involved in, and potentially leading, digitalization and IT-related projects. The IT Application Manager reports directly to the Technology Director and executes the following tasks:Key Responsibilities Manage, maintain, and enhance the IIHF’s IT infrastructure and business applicationsAdminister Microsoft 365 environment (user management, security, SharePoint, Teams, etc.)Act as key contact for application users, ensuring smooth operation and user support (2nd level)Coordinate with software and service providers, including license and contract managementPlan, coordinate, and implement IT and application-related projectsEnsure IT security, compliance, and proper system documentationCollaborate with and assist the Technology Director in miscellaneous tasks Skills and Qualifications We are looking for a dedicated and open-minded team player with good technical and social skills, who brings the following requirements: Completed IT education or equivalent experience in IT systems or application managementExperience in Microsoft 365 administration (SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Intune)Strong understanding of business applications and digital workflowsProven experience in IT support and user enablement (2nd level)Solid understanding of IT security, cloud environments, and data managementFluent in English (spoken and written); German is an assetHigh sense of responsibilityStrong communication skills with a positive, motivated and service-oriented attitudeWhat we offerWe offer you exciting and varied tasks with independence and responsibility within the global ice hockey environment. In addition, a motivated team and attractive employment conditions await you.The IIHF would like this position to start as soon as possible.To apply for this position, please send your CV, reference letters and diplomas as a PDF file to job@iihf.com or on LinkedIn.