Chapter Director, First Tee – Alberta

Golf Canada; Alberta; Híbrido; CAD 92.000 - 102.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus

Health and dental benefits

Pension match program

Descripción de la vacante

Golf Canada’s First Tee – Alberta chapter seeks a Chapter Director to provide visionary leadership, oversee programs, fundraising, and operations aligned with First Tee’s mission. You will collaborate with the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada, to drive growth, sustainability, and adherence to national standards across Alberta.

You will lead fundraising, community engagement, and program implementation, while managing staff and volunteers, ensuring a strong donor base and impactful youth

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, sport management, business administration, education or related field.
• 7 to 10 years of leadership experience in nonprofit or youth development, with fundraising, staff management, and strategic planning.
• Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to secure major gifts, sponsorships and grants.
• Knowledge of youth development programming and curriculum delivery.
• Willingness to travel within the province and work overtime as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Fundraising and development: develop and execute a fundraising strategy to achieve financial sustainability and growth.
• Oversee annual revenue targets for First Tee – Alberta.
• Articulate mission to donors and cultivate relationships for major gifts.
• Oversee donor recognition, stewardship, and communication for long-term engagement.
• Program development and delivery: ensure curriculum implementation and collaboration with the Program Manager.
• Collaborate with community partners to expand access, especially underserved areas.
• Support evaluation of outcomes to guide improvements.
• Lead collaboration with Alberta Golf and provincial stakeholders for growth.
• Leadership and governance: work with leaders to set strategic priorities and oversee staff/volunteers.
• Recruitment, development, and performance management of staff.
• Act as primary spokesperson and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to national policies and organizational values.
• Financial and operational management: develop and manage annual budget and ensure compliance.
• Oversee all financial activities.
• Marketing and public relations: raise the chapter’s public profile and engage diverse audiences.
• Represent the chapter at local and national events.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Fundraising

Staff management

Strategic planning

Communication

Relationship building

Budgeting & compliance

Educación

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management

Descripción del empleo

Title: Chapter Director, First Tee – Alberta

Status: Full-time

Location: Remote – Alberta required

Reports to: Executive Director, First Tee – Canada

Target Start Date:February 1, 2027

Target Hiring Range: $92,000 - $102,000

OVERVIEW

Golf Canada is the National Sports Federation and governing body for golf in Canada representing more than 400,000 golfers and 1,700 member clubs across the country. A proud member of the Canadian Olympic Committee, Golf Canada’s mission is to be a world leader in golf. For more information about what Golf Canada is doing to support golf in your community, visit www.golfcanada.ca .

First Tee – Alberta is a youth development program governed by Golf Canada that uses golf as a platform to offer children from all backgrounds the opportunity to develop transformational life skills through sport.

As a leader in the community, First Tee – Alberta serves youth from equity deserving communities, engaging them in programs that combine golf instruction with character-building education. The program has experienced rapid growth since launch in 2021 with over 18,000 children engaged annually. Staff, working closely with the Golf Canada Foundation, have cultivated a passionate and supportive donor base to continue to drive impact in Alberta.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Chapter Director will provide visionary leadership and oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and initiatives aligned with First Tee's mission and strategic goals. This individual will work closely with the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada and Senior Director, Development, First Tee - Canada to ensure the chapter’s growth, sustainability, and compliance with national standards.

The Chapter Director will lead fundraising efforts, community engagement, and the operational management of the chapter, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. This individual will have an entrepreneurial mindset, be impact driven, passionate about furthering the program’s success in Alberta and possess a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Fundraising and Development – 50%

• Build strong relations and work collaboratively with the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada and the Senior Director, Development, First Tee - Canada to develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve continued financial sustainability and growth.
• Accountable for the achievement of the First Tee – Alberta annual revenue target.
• Articulate First Tee – Alberta’s mission and objective to donors.
• Cultivate relationships and build trust with individual donors, corporations, and foundations, securing sponsorships, grants, and major gifts.
• Oversee donor recognition, stewardship, and communication to ensure long-term engagement and support.

Program Development and Delivery – 20%

• Ensure the effective implementation of First Tee’s curriculum and youth development programs, in collaboration with the First Tee – Alberta Program Manager.
• Collaborate with community partners to expand access to programs, particularly in underserved and underrepresented areas.
• Support evaluation of program outcomes to measure impact and guide continuous improvement.
• Collaborate effectively with Alberta Golf and other provincial stakeholders to ensure continued support and alignment of First Tee – Alberta’s growth and development.

Leadership and Governance – 10%

• Collaborate with the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada, to develop and execute the chapter’s strategic priorities and direction.
• Oversee the recruitment, development, and performance of First Tee – Alberta staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and processes.
• Act as the primary spokesperson for First Tee – Alberta, building strong relationships with stakeholders, including donors, partners, community leaders, and program participants.
• Maintain open communication with First Tee – Canada, ensuring adherence to national policies, reporting requirements, and organizational values.

Financial and Operational Management – 10%

• Develop and manage the chapter’s annual budget in collaboration with chapter staff, the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada and Senior Director, Development, First Tee – Canada.
• Oversee all financial activities, ensuring compliance with annual budget.

Marketing and Public Relations – 10%

• Collaborate with the broader Marketing and Communication team across the organization to build the public profile of First Tee - Alberta through marketing, outreach, and events.
• Develop compelling communications and storytelling to engage diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Represent the chapter at local and national First Tee events, conferences, meetings and other Golf Canada events.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, sport management, business administration, education or, a combination of equivalent work experience and education in a related field.
• 7 to 10 years of leadership experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector or a youth development program, including experience in fundraising, staff management, and strategic planning.
• Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a strong ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizations skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to secure major gifts, sponsorships, and grants.
• Strong ability to manage finances, including budgeting and compliance in a nonprofit setting.
• Knowledge of youth development programming and curriculum delivery.
• Passion for the game of golf and/or sport, and its role in fostering personal growth and character development.
• Motivated, enthusiastic individual who will willing to travel within the province and work overtime as needed.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Golf industry is considered an asset.
• Bilingualism (French and English) is considered an asset.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Competitive annual salary and benefits
• Annual bonus (confirmed based on organization’s performance)
• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Pension match program capped at $5,000 annually following completion of one-year of tenure

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and youth across our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal check as a condition of employment.

Golf Canada’s core values are “Fun, Excellence, Inclusion, Respect, Accountability” and while these are included in each employee’s offer of employment and annual employment letters, these core values are also an integral part of the Golf Canada’s recruitment, hiring and annual review process

Golf Canada is dedicated to employment equity and fostering diversity within the workplace in order to build an inclusive workforce where all employees have the opportunity to reach their potential. Golf Canada provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation, or marital status. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance. We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Should you require any accessibility related accommodations or specific adjustments to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter, please reach out to the recruitment team by email. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.