Position Overview:

Ajax Soccer Club is seeking an energetic and creative Marketing, Social Media, and Events Organizer to help elevate the club’s community presence, promote our programs, and organize exciting events for players and families. The ideal candidate will be passionate about youth sports, social media savvy, and have strong skills in event planning and community engagement.

This role plays a key part in connecting the club to the broader community, enhancing member experiences, and supporting club growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Marketing & Communications:

• Develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote soccer programs, tournaments, and club initiatives.

• Design promotional materials such as flyers, newsletters, and digital content.

• Write and distribute press releases and club announcements.

Social Media Management:

• Manage the club’s social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.).

• Create, schedule, and post engaging content that highlights players, teams, events, and important club updates.

• Monitor engagement and respond to messages and comments promptly.

• Track and report on social media analytics to measure success and suggest improvements.

Event Planning & Coordination:

• Plan and organize club events such as the season kickoff, tournaments, awards ceremonies, fundraisers, and community outreach events.

• Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, and volunteers to ensure successful event execution.

• Promote events through various marketing channels to maximize attendance.

Partnerships & Sponsorships:

• Help identify and engage potential community sponsors and partners.

• Develop materials to promote sponsorship opportunities.

• Assist with event planning, client support, data entry, fundraising activities, etc.

• Collaborate with staff and other volunteers to achieve project goals

• Attend and support community outreach programs or events

• Help with administrative tasks as needed (e.g., phone calls, emails, filing)

• Represent Terra Nova in a positive and professional manner

• Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of individuals and families served by the organization

• Participate in volunteer meetings, training, or orientation sessions as required

EmpowHER is a dynamic leadership and mentorship program designed to equip young women and LGBTQ2+ individuals (ages 12–30) with the skills, networks, and opportunities to excel in their chosen fields. This hybrid program (both virtual and in-person) provides hands-on experiences with civic action.

EmpowHER is open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and protected refugees who are passionate about civic engagement and making a meaningful impact in their communities. Participants will engage in real-world projects, leadership training, and mentorship opportunities that foster growth and empowerment.

The Board of Directors represents the leaders of our agency and serves as a working board that oversees the long term strategic vision and overall health of the organization. Directors approve the organization’s philosophy and continually review the management’s performance while working toward agency goals. The Board of Directors will also annually review and approve plans for funding in view of organizational goals. Board members have a list of responsibilities that they renew every year during the annual election at our Annual General Meeting.

Designing social media content for our platform that are engaging with current trends and opportunities to increase brand exposure for our company.

• Collaborate in teams and or with other staff members and volunteers.
• Propose ideas to improve DFCC's social media platforms.
• Provide support for designing flyers, and posters while being informed of trending topics.
• Create and plan the contents of the volunteer and or youth monthly newsletter. It can incorporate feature articles, updates and highlights of DFCC's activities and achievements. 
• Create weekly quotes either inspirational or informative to engage followers.
• Writing blog posts about our initiatives and events 
• Identify community needs and recommend new topics

Reporting to the Fund Development Team, assist in reaching out to potential donors, sponsors and partners via email and/or phone to support fundraising campaigns.   

• research into potential donors, partners and sponsors for financial and/or in-kind donations
• initiate and maintain communication through email and phone
• effectively convey CCD's mission, values adn fundraising goals
• provide information and encourage participation
• provide the FD Team regular updates on outreach activities and progress
• report any feedback, concerns or opportunities for improvement to campaign strategies

Assist staff by helping out at community events in Durham Region work in shifts to help staff the CCD booth for a few hours pick up and/or return CCD booth and materials to the local Hub * booth set-up and/or tear down * greet and engage with visitors to the booth * converse with visitors in promoting volunteering, services and other CCD initiatives

Assist with special event fundraisers * sponsorship recruitment * donor relations, stewardship * marketing, communications 
 
During the Covid-19 pandemic, though we have fewer volunteer opportunities than usual, we are still accepting full volunteer applications