Sports Program Coordinator

CNIB; Regina; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with sight loss across Canada. As a Sports Program Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in creating inclusive and equitable communities, providing essential support and guidance to participants in various programs. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to engage with the community, promote awareness, and assist in delivering impactful recreational activities. Be part of a diverse team committed to making a difference and empowering individuals with low vision to experience life without barriers. If you are passionate about social change and eager to contribute to a meaningful mission, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Preferred fields of study include social services, disability studies, and communications.
• Experience working with the public and assistive technology is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide information on programming for people with sight loss.
• Assist with planning outdoor recreation programs and special events.
• Track attendance of program participants.

Skills

Public Engagement

Communication Skills

Administrative Skills

Experience with Assistive Technology

Education

University or College Student

Job description

Temporary (Canada Summer Jobs)


Regina, SK


Compensation: $15.20 / hour


Reports to: Manager, Programs & Operations


Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.

Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada's oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward, will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you'll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that's committed to changing what it is to be blind today.

We're looking for a mission-driven Sports Program Coordinator who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.

Your Impact at CNIB

• Provides information to the residents of Saskatchewan regarding programming for people with sight loss, blind or deafblind.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of outdoor recreation programs for participants and special events
• Travels across the province with CNIB's Tandem Bike program providing opportunities for the sight loss community to experience the passion for sport and recreation activities
• Assists and provides guidance for individuals participating in the CNIB programming
• Tracks attendance of program participants
• Executes invitation calls and follow-up calls to participants
• Administrative responsibilities in support of CNIB operations including answering calls and responding to in-person inquiries involving client service, special events and programming
• Performs general administrative duties as required
• Increases education and awareness of CNIB (volunteer opportunities, general public awareness, advocacy) through various communication channels, including social media, and community engagement
  
  
  

Requirements

Who you are:

Education and Certifications

• University or college student preferred. Related Fields of Study include social services, disability studies, administration, communications, technology, customer service or equivalent work experience
  
  
  

Experience And Qualifications

• Experience working with the public
• Experience hauling a trailer
• Clear class 5 drivers abstract
• Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset
• Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset
  
  

Eligibility

This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs. To be eligible to participate in the Canada Summer Jobs initiative, individuals must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
• Be a Canadian citizens, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. International students are not eligible participants. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian citizens or permanent residents
  
  
  

Benefits

Be Part of Our Mission

External Posting: If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application.

Closing date: May 20, 2025

Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

Working Together for Change

Our diversity is our strength - we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.

Learn more about our mission here.