US Chess Seeking HOD for 2026 International Youth Events

US Chess is seeking applicants for the position of Heads of Delegation (HOD) for the below 2026 FIDE International Youth events.

The policy for selection is posted on the US Chess website. The three events covered by this process are: 

• 2026 Pan-Am U7-U17 Chess Championships, May 11-18, 2026, Sonsonate, El Salvador.
• 2026 World Cadet Cup (U8, U10, U12) Chess Championships, June 15-28, 2026, Butami, Georgia
• 2026 World Youth (U14, U16, U18) Chess Championships, June 14-27, 2026, Montesilvano, Italy

Applicants for the position of HOD, must be a licensed FIDE Trainer. Find additional information about the FIDE Trainers’ System here.

A complete application will consist of the following:

1. Application letter that specifies which event(s) are desired, and which position(s) are desired for each event
2. Current resume
3. A list of at least three professional references

Completed applications must be submitted ONLY to Brian Yang, US Chess FIDE Events Manager, at Click here to show email address. Do not cc: any other US Chess email addresses with your submission. 

Each successful applicant must complete US Chess SafeSport Training, https://new.uschess.org/us-chess-safe-play-hub, no later than two week before the tournament's start date.

Completed applications must be received no later than Friday, April 3, 2026 5:00 p.m. CDT.  Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.