Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Marketing & Communications Coordinator – Board Position
Chance to Play is a non-profit organization providing opportunities to children and youth across Canada and communities in developing countries to engage in soccer. Impacting communities through the soccer recycling program that offers environmental sustainability by collecting and redistributing gently used soccer uniforms and equipment by collaborating with soccer clubs.
Potential Board of Directors will have a chance show their interest in international and Canadian Programs, partnering with soccer clubs, passion for children and youth, providing opportunities for a more fulfilled future through leadership and mentorship. Through “Play it Forward Soccer Program” stewardship of the environment and community focuses on an organization where programs offered are accessible, responsive and at no cost. Chance to Play’s mission is to promote an atmosphere which will encourage our community as a whole to participate in and develop a positive, healthy and caring communities across Canada and overseas.
To learn more, visit www.chancetoplay.ca.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Board to Directors and Executive Director of Chance to Play a day-to-day accountability to the Global Marketing & Communications Manager, you will be responsible for the coordination and execution of all marketing communications plans including: direct mail, website, strategic partnerships, marketing collateral, email and social media to support global business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing & Data Management
- Coordinate planning, scheduling and execution of all marketing campaigns
- Create and provide marketing materials (print & digital) for clients to assist with internal promotion of in-house training
Online/Social Media
- Blog: update blog, program blog posts, update html, manage comments, source images
- Coordinate quarterly e-newsletter
- Online communication: web content editing, social media marketing (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, WordPress and new social channels)
Website
- Make ongoing website updates
Other Duties
- Coordinate special events and assist with schools, soccer clubs, community event presentations
Core Competencies
- Entrepreneurial “takes ownership” attitude
- Proactive, comfortable taking initiative
- Strategic thinker
- Action-oriented
- Team player
- Flexible and adaptable
- Excellent listening and presentation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Requirements
- Experience in marketing and communications, or other relevant experience
- Competent user of MS Word, MS Outlook. Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience using MailChimp, WordPress, Campaign Monitor an asset
How to Apply:
If interested in this position, please email your cover letter and resume to Anita Bergsma at abergsma@chancetoplay.ca and write “Program Director” in the subject line.
*This is an unpaid role*
