Tournament Manager (Freelancer)

ESL FACEIT Group - EFG; Katowice; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) in Poland is seeking a Tournament Manager to oversee the end-to-end organization of esports tournaments, from concept to final delivery.

You will plan events, write and enforce rulebooks, recruit and lead staff, coordinate technical setup, stage and venue planning, and ensure fair play while delivering memorable experiences for players and fans.

Qualifications

• Esports experience: 3+ years of online gaming administration at a professional or semi-professional level.
• Deep understanding of the esports landscape with Counter-Strike knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Strong people skills with a team-first mindset and dispute handling ability.
• Organizational skills to multitask and perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute tournaments from concept to final delivery.
• Develop and enforce rulebooks and communicate rules to participants.
• Recruit, train, and manage event staff across operations.
• Coordinate with technical teams on equipment and network setup.
• Plan stage layouts and seating to optimize player and audience experience.
• Enforce doping control protocols.
• Serve as liaison to players and teams on rules and schedules.
• Resolve disputes and operational challenges.
• Oversee prize money payout in compliance with rules.
• Gather post-event feedback to improve future tournaments.

Skills

Esports experience

Counter-Strike knowledge

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Execution under pressure

Tools

Excel/Google Sheets

Counter-Strike servers

Job description

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that "IT'S NOT GG, UNTIL IT'S GG FOR ALL". We are passionate about the culture we foster that ultimately helps to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events and holistic ecosystems staged for our millions of players, fans and heroes.

Everything we do, from global esports tournaments and community-driven leagues to next-generation platforms and live events, is rooted in our passion, craftsmanship, and culture. With millions of players and fans around the world, we aim to shape the future of esports and gaming by building ecosystems that are inclusive, innovative, and enduring.

Overview

The Tournament Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of esports tournaments, including planning, execution, and post-event wrap-up. This role demands a mix of strategic oversight and practical management within the dynamic landscape of esports.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Planning & Execution: Oversee all aspects of tournament organization from concept to final execution, ensuring flawless delivery.
• Rulebook Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to write, maintain, and enforce comprehensive rulebooks, ensuring effective communication to all participants.
• Staffing: Recruit, train, and manage event personnel across operations, refereeing, and technical support to guarantee full coverage.
• Technical Coordination: Partner with technical teams to configure and maintain gaming equipment and network infrastructure for high-stakes competition.
• Stage & Venue Planning: Direct venue setups including floor plans, stage renders, and seating to optimize the player/audience experience and guarantee fair play.
• Doping Control: Enforce competitive integrity by implementing industry-standard doping control protocols.
• Player Communication: Act as the primary liaison for players and teams regarding rules, schedules, and tournament updates.
• Conflict Resolution: Resolve disputes, player issues, and unexpected operational challenges with diplomacy and efficiency.
• Prize Money Distribution: Manage the accurate, timely payout of prize pools in compliance with rules and contractual obligations.
• Feedback & Reporting: Gather and analyze post-event feedback from stakeholders to continually improve future tournaments.

Qualifications & Requirements

Must-Have

• Esports Experience: Minimum 3 years of online gaming administration at a professional or semi-professional level, plus hands‑on experience running offline tournaments.
• Game Knowledge: Deep understanding of the esports landscape and strong knowledge of the Counter‑Strike ecosystem.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Interpersonal & Teamwork: Great people skills with a team‑first mindset and strong dispute‑handling ability.
• Execution & Pressure: Exceptional organizational skills to multitask, maintain high attention to detail, and perform under pressure.

Nice‑to‑Have

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and experience managing Counter‑Strike servers.
• Tier 1 Experience: Prior refereeing experience at Tier 1 Counter‑Strike events.

Firmly rooted in our values, EFG is an affirmative action employer that celebrates being an equal opportunity workplace. Our unwavering commitment to fair employment extends to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, or Veteran status.