Field Hockey Canada is hiring two Canada Summer Job positions this summer
Field Hockey Canada is the national governing body of the sport of field hockey in Canada. From grass roots to high performance, Field Hockey Canada is working to develop and strengthen field hockey across the country, and to position our National Teams for consistent podium contention. Field Hockey Canada is looking to hire a pair of Special Events Coordinators this summer to support the hosting, management and communications for international and domestic field hockey events.
JOB: Special Events Coordinator
Projected Duration: End of May- mid-August [8-12 weeks]
The Special Events Coordinator will report to the Events & Engagement Officer and work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Communications Manager and local organizers to support the execution of Field Hockey Canada events. The Field Hockey Canada Special Events Coordinator is responsible for supporting successful event management and planning as well as assisting with communication activities for the organization during the summer of 2024.
The Special Events Coordinator will be responsible for the following:
- Liaising with internal and external partners involved in the planning and execution of the events on the event logistics, volunteer recruitment and training, development of media, marketing materials, announcements, communications, etc.
- Special priority on supporting the successful organization and management of Field Hockey Canada Nationals and the Junior Pan American Championships (both held in Vancouver in July/August).
- Planning and supporting online and in-person events including but not limited to hall of fame celebration, national coaches week, officials week, national team send-offs etc…
- Working with the FHC Communications staff to build out event webpages and communications initiatives corresponding with events.
- Working with the FHC staff to prepare templates and guides for hosting in-person events in the future.
- Helping coordinate guest lists, prizes, specific meetings, and socials connected to Field Hockey Canada’s online event portfolio.
- Responds to enquiries from the public about events, including assisting with media requests.
Applications for the position will be open until May 20, 2024. To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to Hailey Yhap at hyhap@fieldhockey.ca
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JOB: Communications & Events Coordinator
Projected Duration: End of May- mid-August [8-12 weeks]
Responsible to the Communications Manager, the Communications & Events Coordinator will lead and support communications, marketing, sponsorship and fundraising initiatives. The Communications & Events Coordinator will collaborate with Communications Manager, the Events & Engagement Officer and other program leads as needed with a highlighted priority on communications, social media and marketing.
The Communications & Events Coordinator will be responsible for the following:
- Provide general assistance to the Communication Manager in the preparation and execution of digital content including articles, videos, photos, etc.
- Special priority on supporting the successful organization and communication support of Field Hockey Canada Nationals and the Junior Pan American Championships (both held in Vancouver in July/August).
- Lead activation, marketing, and fundraising initiatives in the field hockey community.
- Create and share Field Hockey Canada content via social media channels, including the coordination, tracking, administration, scheduling, and analysis of web content.
- Maintain and manage social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc.
Applications for the position will be open until May 20, 2024. To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to Kevin Underhill at kunderhill@fieldhockey.ca
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Field Hockey Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to fostering diversity, equality, and inclusion in our employment practices. Field Hockey Canada does not tolerate discrimination of any kind.
