The sports managers will be "critical members of a highly trained team", selected on their expertise and knowledge in the respective sports, and Korean language proficiency would be "an asset" for foreign nationals.

Shortlisted candidates will participate in a wide range of international sports events, including the next Winter Games in Sochi next year, to develop and foster close relations with global industry experts and professionals.

Pyeongchang 2018 says it expects this round of employment "will breathe fresh air into the organisation's capacity in sports diplomacy, while contributing to its effort to leave a great human legacy".

The Organising Committee also plans to continue its expansion ahead of the Games, with this including the recruitment of its entire private sector staff through open competition.

Pyeongchang 2018 is due to unveil its new logo on May 3 with a special launch set to take place at a joint ceremony in both Pyeongchang and the capital Seoul.

Potential applicants can find more information and apply for the position on the Pyeongchang 2018 website before the deadline of May 15. 

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