The Gameplay Coordinator is primarily responsible for assisting the Gameplay Director with the oversight and organization of gameplay within Quidditch Canada. They will be expected to actively participate and contribute to Gameplay Department meetings which will discuss proposed initiatives, policies, and rule changes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the Events Department to determine tournament formats and other logistics related to gameplay for Quidditch Canada’s regional and national tournaments
• Collaborate with Rankings or Statistics Coordinator to create and improve upon the algorithm used for Rankings
• Take on project-based work as assigned by the Gameplay Director, including research projects, resource development, and gameplay-related planning and organization
• Promote Gameplay Department initiatives such as referee training and review of game officials
• Serve on Disciplinary Panel when requested
• Contribute to Gameplay Department discussions on gameplay policies and rule changes

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with past and current rulebooks and Quidditch Canada gameplay policies
• Quidditch or sports experience in a gameplay-related role, eg. Tournament Director or Referee will be considered an asset
• Experience with the gameplay aspects of tournament organization – format, scheduling, etc. will be considered an asset
• Basic computer skills including working with spreadsheets and Google Drive

Requested Materials:

• Cover letter
• Resume

To apply, please submit all requested materials to Joshua Muscat at volunteer@quidditchcanada.com.

The Financial Director is responsible for managing the finances of Quidditch Canada. They are responsible for creating and managing budgets, establishing policies for recording financial transactions, and creating and sharing financial reports with pertinent bodies. They also ensure that Quidditch Canada is in good financial standing, and pursue opportunities to secure funding for our organization.

Responsibilities

• Staff and manage the finance department
• Attend weekly management meetings
• Oversee budget for Quidditch Canada
• Ensure that Quidditch Canada is in good financial standing
• Coordinate with other Directors to ensure their budgets are well-managed
• Produce and submit financial reports as required
• Create sponsorship package and approach potential partners
• Apply for grants and other funding opportunities
• Manage the payment and reimbursement of Quidditch Canada volunteers

Qualifications

• Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with creating and overseeing budgets and financial reporting
• Previous experience volunteering with the IQA or a Canadian quidditch team is an asset
• Must have basic computer skills including working with spreadsheets
• Experience working with accounting software is an asset

Requested Materials

• Resume
• Cover letter 

Please submit all requested materials to Volunteer Director Joshua Muscat at joshua.muscat@quidditchcanada.com.

The Corporate Partnerships Coordinator will be responsible for securing new corporate partnerships and sponsors to support Quidditch Canada’s activities. They will be managed by the Financial Director.

Responsibilities

• Identify and build database of potential corporate partners and sponsors
• Research, develop and design sponsorship package
• Attempt initial contact (cold call, email) and handle initial stages of discussion with leads
• Work with the Financial Director to negotiate details of agreements
• Maintain thorough records of all contacts attempted and conversations had

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sales-oriented interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Graphic design experience an asset
• Experience securing sponsorships or corporate partnerships an asset

Requested Materials

• Resume
• Cover letter (please note the monetary value of any previous sponsorships secured
  Please submit your cover letter and resume to Nina Patti at volunteer@quidditchcanada.com.

Quidditch Canada is looking for additions to our translation team! These individuals will be responsible for translating all Quidditch Canada materials (including communications materials, league announcements, social media content, and gameplay and administrative documents as required) into Canada’s two official languages. These individuals will help improve the accessibility of Quidditch Canada to all Canadians and ensure the expansion of quidditch throughout Canada by allowing players, spectators, and supporters to participate in their native language. The translation team will work closely as part of the communications team to ensure that people are receiving accurate information in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• Must be bilingual (French and English)
• Excellent writing skills
• Flexibility and availability are a necessity
• Ability to produce high quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with social media outlets
• No knowledge of quidditch is required

To apply, please submit a resume to volunteer@quidditchcanada.com and indicate your first language, if you have one. Selected individuals will receive an application and further instruction.

Each Events Manager is responsible for organizing and executing 1-2 of QC’s four Major Events (two Regionals, Nationals, and Canada Fantasy). There will be 3 Event Managers, one for each Regional Championship and one for the National Championship. The Events Managers will decide amongst themselves who will run Canada Fantasy. This permanent position reports directly to the Events Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Help achieve Quidditch Canada goals, as set forth by the Events Director, by planning and organizing logistically and financially successful events
• Physically attend the Major Event(s) whenever possible
• Tournament and event planning:
  • Appoint and manage Tournament Director(s) for the Major Event(s)
    • TDs will be responsible for recruiting Event Staff (field managers and equipment manager)
  • Facilitate meetings with Event stakeholders and provide regular updates to the Events Director
  • Work with the host city/committee
  • Seek out, work, and negotiate with Event Partners (companies, sponsors, hotels, and service providers) in order to run the event and meet Event requirements as set forth by the Events Director
  • Control event expenditures within assigned budget
  • Work with Gameplay Department to coordinate gameplay, reffing and snitching
  • Work with Communications Department to create an event-day communications plan
  • Work with Volunteer Department to fill any required event-day roles such as photography, commentary, and merch staff. Responsible for running commentary training.
  • Coordinate the on-site event environment from teams, staffing and spectator experiences.(e.g., communication, signage, displays, staffing)
  • Facilitate post-event debrief process and keep records of all relevant details
• Sit on the host city selection committee and conduct site visits as much as possible

Necessary Requirements:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience planning and/or directing events
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills including working with spreadsheets and Google docs
• Ability to make phone calls and send emails during business hours
• Strong intrinsic motivation
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage a team

Helpful Qualifications:

• Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset
• Experience volunteering or participating in the quidditch community is helpful
• Experience working in the sports tourism industry is a plus

Requested Materials

• Cover letter
• Resume

Job Notes: Each Major Event requires at least 3 months of work, with the month leading up to the event requiring on average a few hours on a daily basis.

To apply, please submit all requested materials to Joshua Muscat at volunteer@quidditchcanada.com.

This individual reports to the Communications Director. This position is unpaid. This position is temporary and project-based, and will require approximately 30 hours total.

This individual will be responsible for designing the Quidditch Canada Coaching Certification Manual. The graphic designer will work closely with communications and membership staff (specifically Coaching Resource Coordinators) to ensure the design, presentation, and formatting of this product is of high quality and clearly, accurately, and engagingly presents the content. This position may also work with representatives of Quidditch UK. The graphic designer will help create, establish, and maintain a strong and innovative brand.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of principles of design, including: layout, typography, colour, balance, composition, and current design trends
• Proficiency in CSS and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred
• No quidditch experience necessary
• Flexible and creative
• Ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment

To apply, please submit a resume and 2-4 samples of your work (they do not have to be quidditch-related but should demonstrate your capabilities) to Nina Patti at volunteer@quidditchcanada.com. You may link to a portfolio if you have one.