Officer, Games Operations & Delivery

Jobtailor; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Ottawa is seeking an experienced project manager to plan, coordinate, and deliver Village Management, cargo, and procurement services for Games. You will lead planning and delivery of Village operations, spaces, facilities, equipment, supplies, and team needs.

Coordinate cargo and logistics planning, including movement, tracking, delivery, storage, and return of Games equipment and materials, while establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal partners.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience with increasing responsibilities in project management, logistics, or operations.
• Experience coordinating suppliers, vendors, inventory, equipment, or operational logistics.
• Experience in multi-sport Games environments or large event operations is preferred.
• Proficiency in English reading/writing and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply project management methodologies to plan, coordinate, and deliver Village Management, cargo, and procurement services for Games.
• Lead planning and delivery of Village Management services, including Village operations, spaces, facilities, equipment, supplies, and team needs.
• Coordinate cargo and logistics planning, including movement, tracking, delivery, storage, and return of Games equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Establish and maintain relationships and communication with external suppliers, Host Organizing Committees, internal areas, and Games Partners.

Skills

Project Management

Logistics Coordination

Supplier Management

Procurement Tracking

Database Systems

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma in a relevant discipline

PMP Certification

Tools

Smartsheet

Asana

Microsoft Office

Database Systems

Job description

• Apply project management methodologies to plan, coordinate, and deliver Village Management, cargo, and procurement services for Games
• Lead planning and delivery of Village Management services, including Village operations, spaces, facilities, equipment, supplies, and team operational needs
• Coordinate cargo and logistics planning, including movement, tracking, delivery, storage, and return of Games equipment, supplies, and materials
• Establish and maintain working relationships and communication systems with external suppliers, Host Organizing Committees, internal functional areas, and Games Partners
• Advocate for accessibility, athlete performance, operational efficiency, and positive team experiences
• Develop practical policies and procedures for internal teams and external partners
• Foster optimal performance at Games through operational planning and delivery, emphasizing positive experiences and well-being
• Create and maintain project plans, manage issues, engage Games Partners, and oversee suppliers
• Support budget management and cost control by tracking procurement requirements, supplier costs, orders, quantities, and operational changes
• Deliver regular project status updates to the department and cross-functional teams
• Maintain communication systems for effective collaboration with external third-party suppliers
• Perform additional duties supporting CPC Games operations

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ working experience within a professional environment, with a proven track record of increasing responsibilities
• Experience coordinating suppliers, vendors, inventory, equipment, or operational logistics
• Experience working in a multi-sport Games environment
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a relevant discipline, or a combination of training and related experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or willingness to obtain is considered an asset
• Project management, schedule management, and personal organizational skills
• Strong writing, presentation, and verbal business communication skills
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications
• Competency in project management software such as Smartsheet and Asana
• Competency in database systems
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking in English
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during busy periods, including Games and special events
• Ability to travel overnight and overseas
• Previous Canadian and/or Paralympic sports industry experience is an asset
• Experience as a Paralympian or Para athlete is an asset
• Bilingualism in English/French or Spanish is a strong asset

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project management methodologies, with a focus on coordinating logistics, supplier relationships, and operational planning for multi-sport Games. Proficient in budget management, communication, and fostering positive team experiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• Logistics Coordination
• Supplier Management
• PMP Certification
• Microsoft Office Proficiency

Hard Skills

• Project Management
• Logistics Coordination
• Budget Management
• Operational Planning
• Inventory Management
• Schedule Management
• Database Systems
• Procurement Tracking
• Policy Development
• Communication Systems

Soft Skills

• Strong Writing Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Advocacy for Accessibility

Certifications & Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

• Multi-Sport Games
• Paralympic Sports
• Supplier Coordination
• Operational Efficiency
• Athlete Performance

Tools & Technologies

• Smartsheet
• Asana
• Microsoft Office
• Database Systems