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.

Help coordinator develop tasks * evaluate client success * assist with daily life skills * initial training of new individuals * promote client independence and socialization

The Royal City Soccer Club (RCSC) is a non-profit, community organization started in 1993. For over 3 decades, we have hosted a unique soccer camp experience for over 300,000 children between ages 5 and 13 years. Our camps are now the largest grassroots soccer camp in Canada with over 100 locations in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The popularity of our camps is not only due to our program structure, but also because of the great volunteers and staff we have. Our camp operates Monday to Friday from June 30 until August 29, 2025 (except July 1 & August 4).

About the position:   Volunteers can apply for:
·         morning sessions (15 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 9:00am – 12:00pm),
·         afternoon sessions (15 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 1:00pm – 4:00pm) or
·         full days sessions (35 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 9:00am – 4:00pm)

All nine (9) weeks of July and August are available to volunteer for.  Volunteers at our summer day camps may have any of the following responsibilities:
·         Assisting staff with coaching and supervising children at camp
·         Equipment collection and maintenance (ie. inflating soccer balls, collecting cones)
·         General help around camp
·         Maintain a clean camp environment and help staff meet all safety protocols
·         Adhere to and help enforce all camp policies & procedures

Qualities we’re looking for:  
·         Enjoys soccer and sporting activities
·         Great with children (ages 5 to 13 years)
·         Energetic and enthusiastic
·         Responsible and reliable

Eligibility:         

Volunteers at our camp must be at least 14 years of age by the time their camp week of volunteering starts.  If you are 16 or older, you may be eligible for a CIT (Counsellor in Training) or Camp Counsellor position with us.  Any volunteers aged 18 or older will be required to submit a police background check.  There are a limited number of volunteering spots available at each camp location. 

How to apply:            

Visit our website at royalsoccer.com and follow these 5 steps:

1.       Visit our EMPLOYMENT page.
2.       Click on the province you are in (feel free to watch our Staff Testimonial video).
3.       Review the STAFF INTRO PACKAGE by clicking on this blue button and a also review the Volunteer description (at the bottom of the page).
4.       To apply, click the APPLY NOW button, and setup an account.
5.       Complete the Volunteer Online Application by clicking the appropriate blue box under the ‘Start a New Application’ section. 

If you have any issues or questions during the process, please feel free to contact us at 1-800-427-0536 or email volunteer@royalsoccer.com.  We look forward to you joining our team.

Royal City Soccer Club

Supporting members throughout a variety of events including:

• Art Workshops
• Dances
• Cooking Classes
• Weekend Cabin Retreats - at Camp Samac
• Bowling Nights 
• Dinner & Movie Nights

Duties during events include

• engaging with members in a friendly socializing role
• contributing to a positive, welcoming and inclusive environment by respecting all individuals including members, staff & volunteers from different walks of life and varied abilities
• promote appropriate life and social skills
• encourage members to participate in events through positive energy and participation
• assisting members to ensure they're included in programs i.e., holding knife while member places hand over top of yours to assist with cutting food items
• supporting staff in set up and clean up of events including: whiping down tables/counters, dishes, decorating, moving furniture, changing garbages etc. 

Facilitate Game On,program for young men 12 to 14 * promote Literacy program, self-esteem and sports activities * provide guidance, attention, praise and advice * promote importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers

Poppy Campaign, decoration committee, Colour Party (walking, holding flags and attending multiple events), meat rolls, fundraiser support, and working in the kitchen 

Our weekly event requires:  A Marshall - to help direct the runners at turnpoionts

A Timer - will need a smartphone and be able to download the timing app which will be used to time the prticipants for their 5K wlak/run/jog

A scanner - will need a smartphone to use the app to scan barcodes at the end of the event

A tailwalker - will be walking the course, following the last participant. Will act as course 'sweep' as well as pick up signage.

The Oshawa Skating Club is proud to be offering Skate Canada's CanSkate program, a learn to skate program that is proven to help learners develop strong basic skills faster while having fun!

Program Assistants help support beginner skaters during our learn to skate programs. Members of the community who know how to skate and who enjoy working with children are welcome to volunteer.

• Adults that are interested in helping out will need to provide a vulnerable sector background check. Contact us for an endorsment letter to get this done for free. 
• High school students can earn community hours.

A variety of volunteer opportunities available to assist with weekly timed 5 km run on the Duffins Trail * marshal, photography * setup, tear-down * timer, scanning, finish tokens * other tasks as needed

Looking for: Peer mentors with adults with Autism * Hub Hosts (welcoming members and doing games ,crafts, etc with them) * volunteers with a special talent who would like to share with our members running a program * volunteer teams needed for helping at the red Barn Bingo Hall monthly or bi-weekly.

We have current openings for Child/Youth Volunteers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) children 4-13 yrs. old)

2 shifts per month (approx. 8 hr. commitment)

Saturday Only.  Mornings- 8:45 am-12:45 pm and afternoons- 1:15pm to 5:15pm

What would your typical day look like?

·         set up area prior to children arriving

·         Provide one on one supervision – a volunteer with one ASD child.

·         Helping the child choose their activities and develop socialization skills through fun learning.

·         After the session: Clean up and sanitize toys, debrief.

Ideal for high school students interested in working with ASD or adults with ASD children or have an interest in working with ASD, gaining experience for post-secondary students including ECE, Social Work/Service, Psychology students, Teachers for example.

What can I expect from being a FOOTPRINTS Volunteer?

Volunteering with ASD children is a contribution to the community and one of the most rewarding experiences. 

** We provide complete training to our volunteers including Level C CPR/First Aid.

You bring a sense of happiness to an autistic child and real-life experience working with ASD children, while gaining team building and leadership skills.  If you are a high school student going into post-secondary or a college or university student, volunteering with FOOTPRINTS builds industry recognized experience on your resume.  As an adult volunteer your impact on an ASD child’s life is immeasurable.

Email Michele at volunteer@footprints4autism.org today!

Visit us at footprints4autism.org

Facilitate Go Girls, program for girls 10-14 to learn about food and nutrition * provide guidance, attention, praise, and advice to instill trust and self-confidence * promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers