Sport Jeunesse Québec Coordinator
Sport Jeunesse (KidSport) Québec supports children who need financial assistance with sport registration fees. We believe that the power of sport participation promotes the development of children’s social, mental and physical well being. Sport Jeunesse Québec (SJQ) is part of KidSport Canada, a charity which raised $12.9M to assist over 40,000 kids across the country into sport in 2023. We believe that all kids should have the opportunity to enjoy the lifelong benefits of sport participation.
The Opportunity
The Coordinator is accountable for the successful delivery of the Sport Jeunesse Quebec program in the province, in partnership with the SJQ Board of Directors. The position reports directly to the Chair of
the SJQ Board of Directors as it relates to the priority areas of the strategic plan. They will also work closely with all directors on the SJQ Board of Directors and participate on the KidSport Canada National Leadership Team. This is a full-time position based in Montréal (Québec).
The Sport Jeunesse Québec Coordinator will be responsible for the day to day operations of the program, as set out by the Board, including:
Fund Development and Donor Relations
- Implementing the fund development and engagement strategy
- achieving fund development and engagement objectives
- establish strategic partnerships with foundations, corporations, and government funding sources to help grow the program
- identify, cultivate and steward individual donors
Develop Awareness
- Oversee SJQ’s public profile to increase visibility, credibility and market the brand to increase community awareness and expand the program
- Work together with the Board and KidSport Canada to manage the brand and build awareness within the province and advocate for the unique needs in Québec
- Oversee all external communications including website, marketing collateral, newsletters and social media
Optimization of the Organization
- Maintain standards established by KidSport Canada
- Implement the SJQ strategic plan in partnership with the Board
- Organize and attend all SJQ Board and Committee meetings
The Candidate
This position requires a strong leader with an entrepreneurial mindset who will enjoy the challenge of
growing the Sport Jeunesse program from its infancy into a force in the charitable sector in Quebec. The candidate must have a passion for sport and helping kids in addition to the following:
- a post secondary degree or diploma in marketing, fundraising, business or related field
- two or more years of experience with a charity, non-profit and/or sport organization
- must be fluent in both official languages
- strong ability to think critically and prioritize
- strong knowledge of principles and methodologies for effectively managing sponsors and
donors within a nonprofit organization and/or charity
If you are the dynamic and charismatic team player that we are looking for, please apply with
a resume and cover letter by Friday, May 3 to Vincent Dumas at: sportjeunessequebec@kidsport.ca
Please advise us if you require any accommodations. Sport Jeunesse Québec is committed to
employment equity. We thank all applicants for their interest in the position, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.