July 24, 2019 (Milton, ON) – Reporting to the Events Manager, the Events Coordinator is responsible for the delivery and support of the cycling sports identified in the Ontario Cycling events strategy. The responsibilities will include development of the annual event calendar, direct event support, logistics, monitoring and reporting of sanctioned events and activities of the association. The Events Coordinator is responsible to ensure that events are run with in the sanction and rules parameters of our sport.
– Work within the OCA’s strategic plan and Events Strategy
– Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends/evenings during event seasons
– Work within provided budgets
– Work within event specific critical paths and task lists.
– Execute a comprehensive calendar of events with a focus on the Ontario Cup series, Youth Development Series, and Provincial Championships across all four (4) disciplines.
– Represent the OCA at events including but not limited to Youth, Road, MTB, Cyclo-Cross, and Track; ensuring delivery complies with OCA Guidelines and Policies.
– Communicate with event organizers to ensure they are in compliance with all OCA requirements of the sanction for which they have applied.
– Coordinate and manage the Ontario Cycling event sanction process, including event bid packages and hosting agreements for all levels of events.
– Manage the Ontario Summer Games portfolio; coordinating Road and MTB events.
– Assist the Membership Manager in coordinating the annual Cycling Celebration.
– Manage the Officials Committee to ensure deliverables are met as per the operational plan.
– Act as the primary point of contact within the organization for website and social media content and coordination.
– Design and implement a social media strategy to align with key OCA deadlines and operational goals including but not limited to event registration deadlines and events updates/changes.
– Generate, edit, publish and share engaging content for website updates, news postings, and social media outlets.
– Develop and implement marketing strategies that position the association effectively with its members and corporate and funding partners.
– Implement new features to develop brand awareness, promotions, and increase the reach of the organization.
– Respond to online queries in a timely manner.
– Other duties as assigned.
– Knowledge/experience of Provincial Sport Organizations considered an asset
– A self-starter who can identify and follow through on content–from conception to execution.
– Proficient in Microsoft applications and Adobe Creative Suites
– Strong communication skills [written/oral]
– Ability to multi-task and work across multiple departments
– Experience using social media outlets and an ability to develop creative engaging content.
– Experience using website software including WordPress
– Experience working with AdRotate Pro an asset
– Demonstrated ability managing project-based budgets
– Previous experience in cycling an asset but not required
Jul. 31, 2019