Field Hockey BC is pleased to offer the opportunity for candidates to apply for the position of Member Services & Communications Coordinator. This is a full-time position based at the Field Hockey BC office in Vancouver, BC and has a desired start date of January 2, 2018. The job posting is included below and applications are by the submission of resume and cover letter by the deadline date of December 10, 2017:

Job Posting

MEMBER SERVICES AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

FIELD HOCKEY BC

The position of Member Services and Communications Coordinator is a full-time appointment designed to provide logistical support to the operational structure at Field Hockey BC. The Member Services and Communications Coordinator will be responsible for the day to day management and continued development of the Society database, website, and social media; for the administrative lead in membership registration, for the production of the Society newsletter; for acting as media liaison with our stakeholder clubs; for the coordination of site specific support for special events, and for general office duties as required. The Member Services and Communications Coordinator reports directly to the Executive Director.

Specific Responsibilities:

Society Database

• Maintain all current membership detail on the Society database
• Oversee the registration process for annual memberships and for FHBC calendar events (as appropriate)
• Produce and maintain a database for coaches in BC and act as an administrative support for the FHBC coach education portfolio
• Produce and maintain a current contacts list for key Club and Association representatives
• Co-ordinate the circulation of FHBC documentation to the broader membership as appropriate

Society Website and Social Media

• To manage and maintain the current news and information areas of the FHBC website and social media platforms
• To liaise with the FHBC office staff to ensure that the web and social media sites are kept up to date and informative
• To further develop FHBC’s communications platforms and look at innovative ways to promote the sport of field hockey in BC

Communications and Media

• To take the lead in the production of the FHBC monthly e-newsletter and annual magazine
• To assist in the creation of a media strategy to engage local and regional media in the promotion of club and association based field hockey activity across BC

Special Events

• To liaise closely with the FHBC Events Coordinator and provide support in the delivery of targeted FHBC events
• To take a leading role in the coordination of the on-line registration requirements for FHBC Events (as appropriate)

Administrative Support

• Additional general office duties – mail, publications and publicity, phone, office supplies and the resource library
• The production of FHBC Board meeting and General Meeting minutes
• Assist in the management of voluntary student and athlete work placements at FHBC

Terms

The Member Services and Communications Coordinator will be based at the FHBC office in Vancouver and the position is offered as a full-time contract (37.5 hours per week). The initial contract will be for a period of 7 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months (pending review) and the fixed annual salary for this position is $34,000.

Application

Previous experience within sports administration is an advantage but not essential for application. This position lends itself to individuals who are looking to embark on a career within sport and leisure or for those who are already actively involved within the sporting community. A passion for sport and sports development is essential.

Deadline for applications: December 10, 2017             Job to commence from: January 2, 2018

Please send your resume and covering letter by the deadline date above to:

Mark Saunders

Executive Director, Field Hockey BC

202-210 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3W2

Tel: 604.737.3045 Fax: 604.873.6488 E-mail: mark@fieldhockeybc.com