Marketing/Social Media/Events Organizer

(Ajax Soccer Club)

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Position ID: V-OSH1502
Last Modified: 28 Apr 2025
Last Full Update: 28 Apr 2025

Opportunity Details: Marketing/Social Media/Events Organizer

Contact Shelly Bugera, Ajax Soccer Club; Phone: 905-231-9753; Email: shelly@ajaxsc.ca
Duties

Position Overview:

Ajax Soccer Club is seeking an energetic and creative Marketing, Social Media, and Events Organizer to help elevate the club’s community presence, promote our programs, and organize exciting events for players and families. The ideal candidate will be passionate about youth sports, social media savvy, and have strong skills in event planning and community engagement.

This role plays a key part in connecting the club to the broader community, enhancing member experiences, and supporting club growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Marketing & Communications:

  • Develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote soccer programs, tournaments, and club initiatives.

  • Design promotional materials such as flyers, newsletters, and digital content.

  • Write and distribute press releases and club announcements.

Social Media Management:

  • Manage the club’s social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.).

  • Create, schedule, and post engaging content that highlights players, teams, events, and important club updates.

  • Monitor engagement and respond to messages and comments promptly.

  • Track and report on social media analytics to measure success and suggest improvements.

Event Planning & Coordination:

  • Plan and organize club events such as the season kickoff, tournaments, awards ceremonies, fundraisers, and community outreach events.

  • Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, and volunteers to ensure successful event execution.

  • Promote events through various marketing channels to maximize attendance.

Partnerships & Sponsorships:

  • Help identify and engage potential community sponsors and partners.

  • Develop materials to promote sponsorship opportunities.

 

Benefits - Opportunity to make a direct impact on the local community and youth sports. 
- Great experience for someone looking to build their marketing, communications, or event management portfolio.
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours Yes
Suitable For Anyone
Areas of Interest Board of Directors ; Committees ; Finance / Cash Handling ; Marketing & Promotions ; Office Administration ; Recreation & Sports ; Social Media
Skills/Experience Marketing & PR ; Planning & Organizing ; Qualifications: 
- Experience in marketing, communications, social media management, or event planning. 
- Proficient with social media platforms and basic graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Photoshop, etc.). 
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
- Creative mindset with an eye for detail and a passion for storytelling. 
- Ability to work independently and as part of a volunteer team. 
- Previous experience in a nonprofit, sports club, or youth-focused organization is an asset.
Commitment Length Long Term ; flexble
Dates and Times flexible hours depending on project deadlines and event schedules.
Seasons Year Round ; flexible
Accessibility Not Applicable
Number of Positions Ajax ; Beaverton ; Bowmanville ; Brock ; Brooklin ; Cannington ; Clarington ; Courtice ; Durham Region ; Orono ; Oshawa ; Pickering ; Port Perry ; Scugog ; Uxbridge (Township of) ; Whitby 
 
2 individual(s) needed in total.
Police Check Required
Liability Insurance Available
Start Date On or after 28 Apr 2025

Agency Details: Ajax Soccer Club

Website www.ajaxsc.ca/
Address & Map 77 Centennial Rd
Ajax, ON

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