Associate, Accommodations Stakeholder Relations

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.

LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what’s next through sport, community and the power of our differences.

The 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will represent LA and leverage the strength of our community’s creativity as we collectively work to design a Games that we all want to be a part of. We do this by focusing on people and by inviting everyone into the story of the LA28 Games.

The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors. 

Values and Behaviors:

• Optimism – Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do; challenge the status quo, inspire and support one another to achieve our best; have our eyes on the future and believe we can make a meaningful impact
• Integrity – We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives; we do what we say and are accountable for everything we do; we do the right thing, always. Even when it isn’t easy
• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standard and expectations; we live our values and truths and persevere through challenges; we are continuous learners and adapt and pivot with speed to meet changing needs
• Inclusion – We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field; our work reflects the communities we serve and the world in which we live; we leverage our platforms to bring awareness to issues relevant to who we are
• Co-Creation – We are authors of a shared story. Everyone contributes their unique voice to our shared mission; we share pride in our accomplishments and ownership of our shortcomings
• Boldness – We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking; we are unafraid to take risks, explore unconventional solutions, and learn from the process; we are innovators, disruptors, and challengers of the status quo

Associate, Accommodations Stakeholder Relations

The Associate, Accommodations Stakeholder Relations will support the development and delivery of LA28’s accommodation plan by assisting in the coordination of key relationships with hotels, universities, and official Olympic and Paralympic stakeholders. Reporting to the Manager and Senior Manager of Stakeholder Relations, this role will contribute to stakeholder services, CRM and data management, logistics planning, and cross-functional coordination.   

This position will provide day-to-day support to one of the Accommodation Stakeholder Relations sub-groups, which include: Broadcast and Press, International Federations (IFs), National Olympic and Paralympic Committees (NOCs/NPCs), or Marketing Partners.  

Key Responsibilities:

Stakeholder Coordination & Support  

• Support the Manager and Senior Manager in maintaining clear and consistent communication with assigned stakeholder groups
• Help track stakeholder requests, questions, and issues in the Accommodation CRM system
• Assist in preparing meeting materials, stakeholder reports, and presentations
• Support the coordination of stakeholder site visits and hotel walkthroughs
• Serve as a point of contact for basic inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, escalating as needed

Logistics & Operational Support  

• Maintain and update project timelines, stakeholder lists, and documentation relevant to assigned stakeholder groups
• Coordinate stakeholder interaction with the Accommodation Management System (AMS), including data entry and troubleshooting
• Distribute and track the return of Accommodation Allocation Agreements and Invoices
• Support the collection and validation of hotel rate and inventory information
• Provide on-site support at designated accommodation command centers and/or hotel hubs during Games time to help resolve issues, liaise with partners, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.

Cross-Functional Collaboration  

• Support the integration of accommodation plans with other internal LA28 functional areas including transportation, accreditation, ticketing, etc.
• Help gather and organize feedback from internal teams related to hotel allocations and operational needs
• Participate in internal meetings and ensure all follow-up and action items are tracked and completed.  

Administrative & Data Management  

• Prepare materials for internal and external meetings, including notetaking and follow-up tracking
• Maintain organized and up-to-date files and stakeholder contact records
• Support regular reporting on stakeholder progress, key milestones, and risk items
• Assist in hotel room inventory management, releases, and invoice processing    

Background & Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of professional experience, ideally in event coordination, project management, or stakeholder relations
• Experience working with multiple clients or partners simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and organization in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats
• Familiarity with project planning tools, CRM software (Salesforce), and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience in sports, events, hospitality, or with a multi-stakeholder; an international environment is a plus
• Highly-organized and detail-oriented
• Solution-oriented, with a proactive and collaborative approach
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport across teams
• A team player who embraces feedback, change, and a high-performance culture  
• Interest in contributing to a once-in-a-lifetime global event

Position Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required 

Expectations:

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions 

• Ability to work on-site in an office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment 

Submission Requirements:

• Resume
  
  

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $75,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.