National Teams Coordinator

Athletics Canada

The National Teams Coordinator assists in the planning and implementation of initiatives of the National Teams Unit within Athletics Canada’s High Performance Program. The Coordinator will work collaboratively with the High Performance team staff to deliver world class operational and logistical support to national team members.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To work with the National Teams Unit team to ensure the operational success of national team training camps and competitions, including (but not limited to):
  • Preparation, maintenance and execution of detailed project plans.
  • To act as Team Manager at assigned camps, competitions and tours as assigned.
  • Preparation of athlete and staff selection documentation.
  • Communicating with athletes, coaches, managers and support staff to confirm travel arrangements, ensure required documentation is complete, etc.
  • Booking all logistical requirements such as accommodation, ground transportation, flights.
  • Liaising with Local Organizing Committees, facility managers, Canadian Multi-sport organizations and other relevant local vendors.
  • Distributing post-event questionnaires, collating results and producing post-event reports.
• To coordinate the budget of the assigned activities in conjunction with the High Performance Operations Lead and drive value for money.
• To provide administrative support to High Performance leadership travel, including booking of travel, accommodation, expenses, etc.
• To coordinate the High Performance Newsletter, ensuring consistent quality, tone, translation.
• To coordinate athlete and coach funding and bursary programs, including preparation of selection and nomination documentation, communication with athletes/staff regarding requirements, deadlines, etc.

• Ability to communicate effectively in French and English is essential.
• College or university degree, in relevant subject, is preferred. The application deadline is Tuesday March 14.