Community Development Coordinator (Vancouver Island, Bc)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR (Vancouver Island, BC) approximately 12-month MATERNITY LEAVE POSITION.

Be inspired and inspire others. Build opportunities that change lives, including your own. Engage with people of all backgrounds so that others may be engaged. Be a part of one of the largest and most respected sport organizations in the world. Special Olympics BC wants to support the athletes and volunteers on Vancouver Island, and to do so, we are hiring an individual that will:

· work to build or maintain strong, vibrant, and sustainable community organizations.

· bring new athletes and volunteers to the organization.

· train and support volunteers so that they may make the most of their involvement.

· initiate approved new programs in communities.

· assist with fundraising and resource development.

· work with community leaders to find solutions to challenges that limit Special Olympics growth and development.

· build our base of fans including athletes, volunteers, family members, government, businesses, donors, and community organizations.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or related diploma; preferably in a sport or recreation related field. 3 years experience in a relevant field an asset.

Additional assets:

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a proven team player.

· Experience in program development, implementation and/or evaluation.

· Experience in the sport sector.

· Strong organizational skills and detail oriented. Proven ability to work independently.

· Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn new database systems.

While this position does have regular “office” hours, your time will flex as you will be required to work evenings and weekends. You will travel to programs on Vancouver Island so you MUST have a valid BC driver’s license and vehicle. When not travelling, you will work from your home office.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Salary: $3,750.00-$5,400.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• relevant field: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: On the road