Chapter Director, First Tee

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Chapter Director, First Tee – Ontario

Status: Full-time

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

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. Staff, working closely with the Golf Canada Foundation, have cultivated a passionate and supportive donor base to continue to drive impact in Ontario.

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. This individual will have an entrepreneurial mindset, be impact driven, passionate about furthering the program’s success in Ontario and possess a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

• 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 sponsor ships, grants, and major gifts.
• Oversee donor recognition, stewardship, and communication to ensure long-term engagement and support.

• 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.

• 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…