Chapter Director – Ontario in Caledon

Location: Golf Canada Headquarters (Caledon, ON) with a hybrid work arrangement in office 2 days/week, regular travel throughout Ontario and occasional travel outside of province.

Reports to: Executive Director, First Tee – Canada

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Organization Overview

First Tee – Ontario is a youth development program governed by Golf Canada that uses golf as a platform to offer children from all backgrounds the opportunity to develop transformational life skills through sport. As a leader in the community, First Tee – Ontario serves youth from equity deserving communities, engaging them in programs that combine golf instruction with character-building education. The program has experienced rapid growth since launch in 2021 with over 18,000 children engaged annually.

Position Summary

The Chapter Director will provide visionary leadership and oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and initiatives aligned with First Tee's mission and strategic goals. This individual will work closely with the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada and Senior Director, Development, First Tee - Canada to ensure the chapter’s growth, sustainability, and compliance with national standards. The Chapter Director will lead fundraising efforts, community engagement, and the operational management of the chapter, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Fundraising and Development – 50%
  • Build strong relations and work collaboratively with the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada and the Senior Director, Development, First Tee - Canada to develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve continued financial sustainability and growth.
  • Accountable for the achievement of the First Tee – Ontario annual revenue target.
  • Articulate First Tee – Ontario’s mission and objective to donors.
  • Cultivate relationships and build trust with individual donors, corporations, and foundations, securing sponsorships, grants, and major gifts.
  • Oversee donor recognition, stewardship, and communication to ensure long-term engagement and support.
• Program Development and Delivery – 20%
  • Ensure the effective implementation of First Tee’s curriculum and youth development programs, in collaboration with the First Tee – Ontario Program Manager.
  • Collaborate with community partners to expand access to programs, particularly in underserved and underrepresented areas.
  • Support evaluation of program outcomes to measure impact and guide continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate effectively with Golf Ontario and other provincial stakeholders to ensure continued support and alignment of First Tee – Ontario’s growth and development.
• Leadership and Governance – 10%
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada, to develop and execute the chapter’s strategic priorities and direction.
  • Oversee the recruitment, development, and performance of First Tee – Ontario staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and processes.
  • Act as the primary spokesperson for First Tee – Ontario, building strong relationships with stakeholders, including donors, partners, community leaders, and program participants.
  • Maintain open communication with First Tee – Canada, ensuring adherence to national policies, reporting requirements, and organizational values.
• Financial and Operational Management – 10%
  • Develop and manage the chapter’s annual budget in collaboration with chapter staff, the Executive Director, First Tee – Canada and Senior Director, Development, First Tee – Canada.
  • Oversee all financial activities, ensuring compliance with annual budget.
• Marketing and Public Relations – 10%
  • Collaborate with the broader Marketing and Communication team across the organization to build the public profile of First Tee - Ontario through marketing, outreach, and events.
  • Develop compelling communications and storytelling to engage diverse audiences and stakeholders.
  • Represent the chapter at local and national First Tee events, conferences, meetings and other Golf Canada events.

Compensation Package:

• Annual Salary of $85,000 - $95,000 per year
• 2-week office closure during winter break
• Annual bonus (confirmed based on organizational performance)
• ½ Day Fridays in summer months
• Complimentary green fees after 3:00pm during the golf season at TPC Osprey Valley Golf Course
• 10% discounts on food and beverages at TPC Osprey Valley restaurants

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and youth across our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal check as a condition of employment. Golf Canada is dedicated to employment equity and fostering diversity within the workplace in order to build an inclusive workforce where all employees have the opportunity to reach their potential. Golf Canada provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation, or marital status. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance. We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.