Tennis Saskatchewan - Executive Director

Sask Sport; Saskatchewan; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Defined contribution pension plan

Job summary

Tennis Saskatchewan, the province’s governing body for tennis, is seeking an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, operational management, and financial stewardship. You will work with the Board, member clubs, coaches, officials, and partners to advance tennis across Saskatchewan.

This full-time role combines governance, fundraising, program development, and stakeholder relations, with a focus on inclusion and Safe Sport.

Qualifications

• Five to ten years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit/sport organizations.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors.
• Proven budgeting, grants, and financial operations experience.
• Success in partnership development, fundraising, sponsorship, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience leading staff and volunteers.
• Knowledge of governance principles in not-for-profit sector.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to travel and attend events as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of provincial tennis programs and services.
• Oversee financial management including budgets, grants, and reporting.
• Engage with Tennis Canada, Sask Sport, government partners, and community stakeholders.
• Represent Tennis Saskatchewan as the primary spokesperson.
• Manage human resources and volunteer programs.
• Ensure governance compliance and risk management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Board relations

Budgeting & finance

Fundraising & sponsorship

Stakeholder engagement

Governance knowledge

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Sport Management

Recreation

Public Administration

Nonprofit Management

Equivalency of education and experience

Job description

Saskatchewan • Full time

• Role Overview

Closes on: December 15, 2026

Reports To: Board of Directors through the President / Chairperson
Location: Saskatchewan Hybrid

About Tennis Saskatchewan
Tennis Saskatchewan is the recognized provincial sport governing body responsible for the development, administration, and promotion of tennis in the province. Tennis Saskatchewan is committed to growing participation, developing athletes, supporting clubs, promoting excellence, and ensuring tennis is accessible, safe, and inclusive for all residents of Saskatchewan. We are a non-profit, non-government corporation, first registered with the department of Consumer and Corporate Affairs in 1976. We are active members of Sask Sport Incorporated, a non-profit, non-government federation of provincial sport governing bodies, and also Tennis Canada, the body governing the sport of tennis in Canada.

Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief administrative officer of Tennis Saskatchewan (Tennis Sask) and is responsible for providing strategic leadership, operational management, financial stewardship, and stakeholder engagement to advance the growth and development of tennis throughout Saskatchewan.

Working closely with the Board of Directors, member clubs, athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, sponsors, government agencies, Sask Sport, Sask Lotteries, Tennis Canada, and community partners, the Executive Director will lead the implementation of Tennis Saskatchewan’s strategic plan while ensuring strong governance, sustainable financial performance, and exceptional member services.

The Executive Director is responsible for fostering participation at all levels of tennis, from grassroots and recreational programming to high-performance athlete development, while promoting accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion across the sport.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the implementation and evaluation of Tennis Saskatchewan’s strategic plan.
• Develop annual operational plans aligned with organizational priorities and board direction.
• Review, revise and develop organizational policies and procedures as required.
• Identify opportunities to expand participation and improve the quality of tennis programming throughout Saskatchewan.
• Monitor trends in sport development and recommend innovative approaches to support organizational growth.
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to the Board of Directors.

Governance and Board Relations

• Support the Board in fulfilling its governance responsibilities.
• Coordinate the planning for and delivery of the Association’s Annual General Meeting.
• Coordinate and attend Board and committee meetings and provide regular reports on organizational performance.
• Ensure compliance with bylaws, policies, provincial regulations, and governing body requirements.
• Assist with board orientation, planning, policy development, and governance best practices.
• Provide support to other meetings communications / social media as required.
• Develop and administer the annual operating budget.
• Monitor revenues, expenditures, and cash flow to ensure financial sustainability.
• Prepare regular financial reports for the Board.
• Oversee grant applications, reporting requirements, and funding agreements.
• Ensure sound financial controls, risk management, and audit processes.
• Identify new revenue opportunities through sponsorships, partnerships, fundraising, and membership growth.

Sport Development

• Lead the planning and delivery of provincial tennis programs and services.
• Support athlete, coach, official, and volunteer development pathways.
• Work collaboratively with Tennis Canada, local clubs, schools, municipalities, and community organizations to expand participation.
• Oversee and support the delivery of provincial championships, tournaments, camps, clinics, and development initiatives.
• Promote long-term athlete development principles and safe sport practices.
• Support initiatives that increase participation among underrepresented groups.

Stakeholder Relations and Advocacy

• Serve as the primary spokesperson and representative of Tennis Saskatchewan.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with:
  • Tennis Canada
  • Sask Sport and Sask Lotteries
  • Other Saskatchewan sport organizations
  • Provincial and municipal governments
  • Member clubs
  • Corporate sponsors
  • Community partners
  • Media representatives
• Advocate for the interests and growth of tennis throughout Saskatchewan.
• Develop collaborative partnerships that support Tennis Saskatchewan’s mission and strategic objectives.

Human Resources and Volunteer Management

• Recruit, supervise, develop, and evaluate employees, contractors, and program staff.
• Develop and support succession planning for staff and board positions.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance organizational culture.
• Support volunteer recruitment, recognition, and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and organizational policies.
• Promote professional development opportunities for staff and volunteers.

Communications and Marketing

• Oversee organizational communications, branding, and public relations activities.
• Promote programs, events, membership opportunities, and sponsorship initiatives.
• Ensure effective use of digital platforms, social media, and member communications.
• Enhance the visibility and profile of tennis throughout Saskatchewan.

Risk Management and Compliance

• Maintain organizational policies related to Safe Sport, athlete protection, and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and funding requirements.
• Manage insurance, contracts, and legal obligations.
• Identify and mitigate organizational risks.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sport Management, Recreation, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• Five to ten years of progressive leadership experience in a nonprofit, sport organization, membership association, or comparable environment.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, grants, and financial operations.
• Proven success in partnership development, fundraising, sponsorship, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience leading staff and volunteers.

Preferred

• Experience within amateur sport or racquet sports organizations.
• Knowledge of the Canadian sport system.
• Familiarity with Tennis Canada programs and pathways.
• Experience working with provincial and national sport organizations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong strategic planning and leadership skills.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking abilities.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Financial management and budgeting expertise.
• Project and event management experience.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of governance principles and not-for-profit operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and common business software applications.

Working Conditions

• Occasional evening, early morning, and weekend work required.
• Travel throughout Saskatchewan and occasionally within Canada.
• Attendance at tournaments, meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel independently.

Renumeration

• Tennis Saskatchewan offers a competitive salary, including a comprehensive benefits plan and a defined contribution pension plan.