Job Opening: Executive Director, Calgary Posted September 9, 2013
Squash Alberta is a not for profit provincial sport association with its office based in Calgary, Alberta. Squash Alberta is responsible for the promotion and development of squash in the Province of Alberta.
Squash Alberta is recruiting for an Executive Director to successfully lead and manage all aspects of Squash Alberta’s operations in accordance with the strategic direction as set by the Board of Directors. In addition to demonstrating high caliber leadership skills, the successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the Alberta sport system and proven experience in a not-for-profit environment as well as the following competencies will be critical to possess:
· A University degree in Business, Sports Management or Physical Education or a diploma in Recreation with a strong background in sport. A combination of education and work experience will be accepted.
· Self starter with strong professional and personal ethics. · Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. · Ability to plan, develop and execute strategic business plans. · Experience in grant applications and fund development initiatives. · Financial management experience. · Computer proficiency and a solid knowledge of MS Office with a strong knowledge of MS Excel, MS Access and QuickBooks. · Experience in developing and implementing policy guidelines with a solid understanding of effective governance for not-for-profit organizations. · A valid driver’s license as there is some travel throughout the province. Must be able to travel outside the Province on occasion. This is a permanent full time employment position. Remuneration is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will be required to have a police record check as part of the qualifications required for the position. Please submit your cover letter and resume, along with salary expectations. This posting will stay open until a suitable candidate is found.
Email: info@squashalberta.com (single-file attachment only please) Mail: Squash Alberta 3415 – 3rd Avenue N. W. Calgary, AB T2N 0M4
Squash Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
