Coordinator, First Tee – Atlantic

Golf Canada Foundation is looking for a motivated, mission-driven individual with excellent organizational and communication skills to assist with the implementation of the First Tee program in Atlantic Canada. The Coordinator, First Tee – Atlantic will report directly to the Development Officer, First Tee – Atlantic and will assist with the administration and execution of the First Tee – Atlantic fundraising efforts while supporting programming growth in the region.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

1. Fundraising 50%

• Work with the First Tee – Atlantic Development Officer to assist with fundraising efforts and stewardship activities with existing and prospective donors
• Research fundraising opportunities and write grant applications to both foundations and government opportunities
• Assist with the day-to-day administration efforts related to chapter fundraising, including donor reporting and stewardship, committee scheduling and governance, and grant research
• Coordinate the planning and execution of signature golf tournament and additional donor stewardship events alongside Golf Canada Foundation staff
• Manage stewardship tracking with existing and prospective donors
• Manage all relationships and activities for third-party events
• Recruit volunteers to assist with fundraising initiatives at golf facilities and third-party tournaments
• Update and maintain the reporting database (Panorama) and website (WordPress)

2. Program Support 25%

• Fulfill direct program inquiries and requests from golf clubs, golf professionals, teachers, parents/guardians, and community leaders
• Recruit volunteers to assist with program implementation at Program Locations (golf facilities)
• Coordinate and assist with the delivery of regional School and/or Community program training opportunities
• Engage with golf course owners/operators and diverse communities to foster, grow and nurture key relationships
• Assist with the day-to-day administration efforts related to First Tee programs, including the golf facility program, School Program, Community Program, and volunteer/coach training
• Coordinate with Program Locations on scheduling, registration and data collection/reporting
• Update and maintain the reporting database (Salesforce) and website (WordPress)
• Assist with outreach efforts in the region as well as maintaining Safe Sport compliance

3. Marketing and Events 15%

• Assist in the creation of promotional brochures and marketing collateral for the chapter
• Manage third-party event policies and communication
• Assist in storytelling and donor updates on the chapter website
• Work with Marketing and Communications lead on effectively promoting chapter fundraising and initiatives to attract the interest of donors
• Help create print and video materials for communicating program impact to donors, golf clubs, and event partners

4. Administration 10%

• Work cooperatively and effectively with the four Atlantic Provincial Golf Association staff to meet provincial reporting obligations
• Manage the donor gift cycle, including identifying prospects, soliciting and stewarding donors
• Manage pledges, invoicing, and payment receipts
• Assist in the creation of reports on budget projections and YTD results.
• Solicit auction items; plan events, sell teams and sponsorships; assist in general communications, including event follow-up
• Other duties as assigned