Manager, Volunteer and Coach Development

SIRC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national sports organization based in Toronto is seeking a Manager, Volunteer and Coach Development. This role involves overseeing volunteer recruitment, implementing coach training programs, and ensuring that Safe Sport requirements are met. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management, adherence to budgets, and will support the development of volunteers and coaches effectively. The position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to programming while ensuring the successful execution and evaluation of initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in volunteer development and recruitment.
• Proven track record in coach education and training.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee volunteer recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Manage coach development programs including training and evaluations.
• Implement Safe Sport requirements and programs.

Job description

Manager, Volunteer and Coach Development

Based in Toronto and reporting to the Vice-President, Sport, the Manager, Volunteer and Coach Development is responsible for the development and implementation of a variety of projects within the Special Olympics Canada Sport Department. Driven by the Special Olympics Canada Strategic Plan the primary areas of responsibility include: overseeing volunteer development, recruitment and retention; coach development including, training, education and National Games requirements; implementation of NextGen coach program; supporting Safe Sport requirements and implementation; and Officials development. Within each of these program areas, the Manager, Volunteer and Coach Development will contribute to project planning, operational and logistics management, execution and evaluation. They will be responsible for adhering to project budgets and timelines while completing necessary funding reports and applications.