Come play a key role in building the future of Sports & Media! Everyone wants to be part of a transformational team – and that’s exactly what we’re building at Rogers Sports & Media. A team that innovates and a team that wins.

 

At Rogers Sports & Media we are committed to creating and growing teams that are digital-first, fast-moving and bold-thinking and are focused on delivering impact with everything they do. Our impressive collection of assets includes media properties, sports teams, sports events & production, venues, e-commerce platforms and a close connection with our Connected Home and Wireless team. Collectively, we touch the lives of 30 million of Canadians every month!

 

Not only is our business strong, but so is our culture. We genuinely care about each other and working in an environment that allows each of us to bring our best authentic selves to work. That starts with our firm commitment to a diverse, inclusive and safe workplace. We’re also dedicated to giving back by using our media megaphone to help Canadians who need it most. Our team is All IN on diversity and inclusion – find out more at www.allinforequity.ca.

 

As we grow our team, the well-being of our team members remains our top priority. To ensure the health and safety of our team members, including those in the recruitment process, our team members are working from home, and are equipped to do so safely and efficiently.

Are you up for the challenge and the fun?  If so, consider the following opportunity!

 

Administrative Coordinator, RBI Summer Edition, Jays Care

 

Jays Care Foundation | Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Club

 

Are you excited to create opportunities for children and youth facing barriers in sport? Are you ready to join an award-winning team of innovators, creators and dreamers? If you answered yes, we are looking for someone like you!

 

Jays Care Foundation, the charitable arm of the Toronto Blue Jays, uses the power of baseball to create positive social change in communities across Canada. Are you interested in working for an award-winning organization committed to levelling the playing field for kids facing barriers across Canada? Join our team of passionate and dedicated staff working directly with community partners throughout the country to deliver our best-in-class programming. Step up to the plate and apply to join the Jays Care team today!

 

Administrative Coordinator, RBI Summer Edition Jays Care

Administrative Coordinators on the Jays Care Programs team are tasked with providing administrative support on a wide range of projects that are all designed to help level the playing field. Our work enables us to work with and support communities facing a wide range of barriers including, but not limited to: poverty, food insecurity, inaccessibility, ableism, racism, sexism, and homophobia/transphobia. Every project we devote time, funding and energy to has been well-researched, informed by our wide range of advisers, and is designed specifically to break down barriers and fortify strengths for children and youth.

 

Jays Care is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, stellar administrator who will focus their energy primarily on the following portfolio:

• RBI Summer Edition Administrative Coordinator. This Coordinator will help with the development and maintenance of the systems overseeing camper registration and family communication in the lead up to and during the RBI Summer Edition Program. RBI Summer Edition is a free summer day camp program that is connected to the TDSB summer school initiative. It is designed to give families in priority neighbourhoods access to great, free, and robust summer camp programming that help inspire kids to fulfill their potential. This Coordinator is responsible for organizing collection and retention of camper registration and medical records, communicating program updates and deadlines to families, distributing and collecting feedback from participants, co-ordinating program contracts and permits, supply procurement, and a variety of administrative tasks.

 

In addition, Administrative Coordinators can expect to be assigned to support a wide range of projects including, but not limited to:

• In-stadium events
• Jays Care Community Tour
• Fundraising events

 

To find out more about any of these programs, please check out our website: www.jayscare.com

 

Type of role: 9-month contract

Reporting to: Project Manager

 

Coordinators on the Jays Care team are expected to be highly driven, have a phenomenal work ethic and be excited to work both independently as well as in a team. In an average year, Coordinators tend to work on 3-5 major projects applying the following skills on a regular basis:

 

Jays Care Administrative Co-ordinators Specialists are highly skilled at:
RECEIVING/ DELIVERING FEEDBACK	Utilizing feedback and building it in to their development and goals Using a standardized format for providing constructive feedback to others Actively scheduling opportunities for debriefing, discussion and feedback Seeing conflict as an opportunity for transformation and growth
EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE	Oral and written communication Solving problems with optimism and creativity Responding to challenges and issues with a sense of calm and accountability Helping stakeholders feel seen, heard and cared for Consistently demonstrating drive, dedication, capacity, reliability and care
POSSIBILITY THINKING	Thinking critically about their work and impact Developing big and bold thoughts and setting lofty goals Working to constantly work smarter and more efficiently  Innovating to enhance outcomes
TEAM PLAYERS	Taking the initiative to build team culture Practicing inclusive language and behaviour Respecting team norms and values and work to uphold them Building and maintaining relationships with TBJ, Rogers and community partners
USING BASEBALL FOR DEVELOPMENT	Demonstrating high confidence with the rules, terminology and fundamentals of baseball/softball Coaching baseball fundamentals Adapting baseball drills and skills for a wide range of variations Adapting activities to focus on a range of outcomes

 

 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Social Work, Business, Communication, Equity Studies, or related field (e.g. human services, health or education)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• 1+ years working with families living in historically marginalized communities
• Good demonstration of problem-solving skills and ability to work in a group
• Significant competence in PowerPoint, Excel and different online communication platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
• Willingness to work outside of regular 9-5 schedule
• Fluency in French is an asset

 

COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong inter-personal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Exceptional ability to support multiple projects at once
• Organized and detail oriented
• A creative and innovative forward-thinker
• Strong attention to details when planning
• Highly motivated and committed to program success, willing to be flexible

Jays Care is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. 

 

So, are you ready to make a real difference in the life of a kid? Apply today with a resume and cover letter. 

 

 

What makes us different makes us stronger. Rogers has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential. At Rogers, we value the insights and innovation that diverse teams bring to work. We work with our candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Rogers FAQ.

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day

Length of Contract: 9 Months

Work Location: 1 Blue Jays Way (210), Toronto, ON

Travel Requirements: None

Posting Category/Function: Administration & Reception / Coordination

Requisition ID: 295926

 

Posting Notes:  Rogers Sports & Media