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Chief Operating Officer
Canadian Cycling AssociationApplication Deadline: November 29, 2004 Position: Chief Operating OfficerJob Description:Chief Operating Officer Canadian Cycling Association Reporting to the Association’s board of directors, the Chief Operating Officer is responsible to ensure that the operations of the association are aligned and managed in support of the long-term strategic goals of the association. The COO is responsible to: • Recruit, develop, supervise and evaluate a diverse group of technical and administrative staff • Guide, support, and motivate the collaborative work of staff and volunteer committees in setting and accomplishing objectives using systematic short and long term planning methods • Support and counsel the association’s board in its leadership roles of setting strategic direction and developing organization policy. • Oversee the financial management of the association including budget preparation, submission of funding applications, contract negotiation and monitoring the CCA’s financial activities and condition • Oversee the development and implementation of marketing strategies that position the CCA effectively with its members and corporate and funding partners • Supervise and direct day-to-day operations of the national office, ensuring efficiency and quality of administrative systems • Oversee the CCA’s internal and external communication • Establish and nurture constructive relationships with association members including Provincial Cycling Organizations, professional and amateur cycling teams, event organizers and external organizations such as Sport Canada, the COC, the UCI and other national sport and cycling organizations • Act as the chief spokesperson for the association in order to inform about and promote the sport of cycling Qualifications and Skills: • Proven management experience with an organization of similar size and scope. • Demonstrated ability to balance the need for strategic thinking and operational excellence. • Experience working with a volunteer policy board of directors • A positive progressive management style • Ability to work with limited direction and exercise sound judgment in complex situations • Ability to express themselves effectively in both oral and written communication • Experience and understanding of the national sport environment and knowledge and/or experience in organized competitive cycling are decided assets • Experience developing and successfully implementing marketing strategies is an asset. • Undergraduate or graduate level education is desirable • Preference will be given to candidates who are able to work in English and French Salary is commensurate with experience. To Apply: Applications should include a resume and a cover letter that addresses the candidate’s qualifications and experiences with respect to the listed qualifications and skills. Applications should be sent to Maverick Consulting: E-mail: rmercier@cogeco.ca Fax: 613-548-4783 Mail: 1050 Johnson Street, Kingston ON K7M 2N5 Interested candidates should reply on or before November 29, 2004. Late applications will not be considered. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted prior to the interview. The CCA national office is located in Ottawa. The successful candidate will be expected to work from the national office. The Canadian Cycling Association (CCA) is among Canada’s oldest sport governing body. Founded in 1882 as the Canadian Wheelman’s Association and renamed in 1968, the Canadian Cycling Association/Association cycliste canadienne – more than 122 years later – continues to pursue its mission to lead and support the development and growth of cycling in Canada. Internationally, Canadian cycling has a visible presence. Canadian cyclists have climbed onto the awards podium at the Olympic, Commonwealth and Pan American Games and World Cycling Championships and won medals in numerous World Cups. Canadians are well represented among the decision-making committees of the UCI. The CCA is the UCI-recognized authority for all aspects of cycling in Canada. Nationally, the CCA is supporting the development of cyclists for today and the future through a quality high performance program led by full-time professional coaches at seven National Cycling Centres located across the country in Dieppe, New Brunswick, St-Augustin and Bromont, Québec, Hamilton and Hardwood Hills, Ontario, Calgary and Victoria. A coordinated calendar of national and international events and national team projects to international events offers cyclists the opportunity to compete, hone their tactical skills, and score all-important UCI points. National championships are organized in all UCI-recognized disciplines – road, track, mountain bike, cyclo-cross and BMX. Salary Range: Commensurate with experienceContact Information:Rose MercierCanadian Cycling Association2197 Riverside Drive, Suite 702Ottawa , ON, CanadaK1H 7X3E-mail: rmercier@cogeco.caTel. 613 548-4783
Location: Ottawa Date Posted: November 9, 2004 Name: Sport Information Resource Centre URL: http://canadiansport.ca/index.cfm Industries: Association, Union, Charity, Political, NGO, Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers
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