Swim Nova Scotia is seeking a highly organized individual that is detailed oriented with excellent communication skills to join our team. The Sport Development Coordinator will report to the Executive Director and work in collaboration with the Technical Director and with key operational committees to provide ongoing services to the Swim NS membership. Swim Nova Scotia is the governing body for all swim clubs in Nova Scotia. Our organization is made up of over 50 clubs – including, summer, year-round and masters, and boasts a membership of over 2,500 (swimmers, coaches, volunteers, and officials) ranging in ages 5 to 80+ years old. Our mission is to govern, support, and advocate for the sport of swimming. Swim Nova Scotia is a non-profit organization that has been a part of competitive swimming across Canada for over 100 years and was incorporated in 1996. Linking to the Swim NS Strategic Plan and in alignment with our strategic directions, this role focuses on the implementation and continued administrative services that support the Swim NS membership. OVERVIEW The Sport Development Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative support to Swim NS operations including administering the membership registration process; provincial teams; and competition deliverables. ROLES Work in a team environment to ensure operations of Swim NS are aligned with key stakeholders and partners.
Membership Registration – Liaison with club registrars including providing support to ensure that swimmers, coaches, and officials are registered in the National Registration Database.
Coach Compliance - Ensure coaches meet the minimum membership requirements and ensure such information is included and up to date in the registration database.
Competition Development – Assist with the Swim NS meet sanctioning process and ensuring clubs have the necessary support and training to host a sanctioned competition; oversee Swim NS hosted/co-hosted events on behalf of the organization.
Provincial Team Programming - Provide planning and administrative support for all Swim NS Provincial Teams.
Promotions - Develop social media posts and assist with the maintenance of the Swim NS webpage.
Provide ongoing support and coverage for other staff within the organization from time to time.
Reconciliation of project finances and personal expenses.