The Community Relations Coordinator plays a key role in bringing the Winnipeg Football Club's community impact strategy to life through youth engagement, school programming, outreach initiatives, game-day activations, and special events. Working closely with internal teams, community partners, and stakeholders, this position helps strengthen the Club's presence and influence throughout Manitoba while fostering meaningful connections that enhance the organization's reputation and community impact.

Driven by a commitment to building memorable experiences and growing amateur football, the Community Relations Coordinator supports programs and initiatives that inspire, engage, and connect fans, partners, and communities with the Winnipeg Football Club.

What You Will Do

Coordinate and deliver community and school-based programs that support organizational objectives and create meaningful engagement opportunities Coordinate and deliver football camps and events Coordinate mascot, cheer team, and dance team appearance requests, ensuring exceptional experiences for community partners and fans Draft media advisories, announcements, and communications related to community initiatives, game-day activations, and special events Write, edit, proofread, and maintain community-related content on BlueBombers.com Coordinate game-day community activations, recognition programs, and awards presentations, while assisting with halftime entertainment planning and execution Support the planning and execution of community-themed Blue Bombers home games and special events Research, prepare, and submit grant applications to support community programming and organizational initiatives Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, charitable organizations, community groups, and key stakeholders Deliver exceptional experiences for participants, partners, and guests at community events and activations Provide event support for corporate functions, major events, and Club initiatives

Requirements

Must-haves

Able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment, effectively managing multiple programs and projects simultaneously while still paying close attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communications, leadership/management, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills Strong understanding of digital/social media tools and platforms Proactive, self-motivated team player that can execute independently. Willing and able to be hands-on in executing programs Able to work flexible hours which require both evening and weekends throughout the year Minimum of 1-2 years experience developing, organizing, and executing programs, initiatives, and events (sports, entertainment or media experience preferred). Post-secondary education in related field of study preferred

The Winnipeg Football Club welcomes applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation, the Winnipeg Football Club will provide interview accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs should you be a successful candidate for interview.