December 8, 2005 – Position Description: The Canadian Cycling Association, the national governing body for the sport of cycling in Canada, is seeking a full-time Communications Coordinator to implement a comprehensive multi-tiered communication strategy.

The successful candidate will:

– all public relations efforts within the Marketing Operations Department
– coordinate the day-to-day operations of cycling information
– build media relations to increase coverage of the CCA’s athletes and events
– coordinate the production of all press releases, feature-based cycling stories and other special publications, as needed
– disseminates information, results, success, human interest stories to media and other external communities
– develop and maintain archival information for the association (i.e., individual and team records, major award winners, pictures etc.)
– handle other responsibilities as required by the Director, Marketing Operations

The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of cycling and be able to demonstrate a proven track record of successfully implementing similar communications strategies. The CCA is looking for a self-starter with strong written abilities, effective interpersonal skills and experience in public relations. Post-secondary education in journalism or communications will be considered an asset. Bilingualism and experience in cycling are mandatory.Salary is commensurate with experience. Applications with a resume will be accepted at the address below by January 13, 2006.

Canadian Cycling Association
2197 Riverside Drive, Suite 702
Ottawa, Ontario K1H 7S3
c/o Director, Marketing Operations
Fax: (613) 248-9311
Email: general@canadian-cycling.com

We thank all applicants but only those invited for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. This position is made possible with financial support from the Government of Canada.