Coordinator, East D-Camps (13-Month Contract)

About Us Our vision at Diabetes Canada is a world free from the effects of diabetes. That’s why we work together to improve the lives of those living with diabetes – sharing knowledge and resources, supporting health-care professionals to improve patient care, advocating for change through policy, and funding research to advance treatments and discover a cure. Living with diabetes is a complex and often relentless journey, testing the resilience of every individual affected.

Diabetes Canada is here to help—providing tools, resources, and support to make that journey easier. Join us in leading with strength and compassion - so no one faces diabetes alone. About the Role  We’re seeking a Coordinator, D-Camps to support our Mission Team and our Diabetes Camp program. The Coordinator will be responsible for providing leadership to the summer camp programs and year-round program operations and ensures that program delivery is in alignment with the guiding principles of the D-Camps National Guidelines and any relevant provincial camping association standards.

This position is responsible for all program areas of camp and directly supports the seasonal leadership team during program operations by developing quality programs, purchasing, contributing to the hiring of all seasonal staff, and facilitating inter-departmental cooperation to ensure a successful D-Camps program experience. Contract Duration:  13-Months Location:  Our National Office is located at 1000–170 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario.

For this role we have a flexible work arrangement policy in place allowing the individual to work from home during the non-camp programming season. During the camp season this role is required to be on-site at all scheduled camp program locations they are responsible for. Compensation: The hiring salary range for this role is $75,000–$80,000 annually, commensurate with experience and alignment with the requirements of the position.

What You’ll Do Coordinates, plans and implements D-Camps programs (including but not limited to digital events, summer camp, leadership development programs, family camps, weekend events, Diabetes Canada events, and alumni events) in accordance with program plans, as established and scheduled by the Sr Manager, D-Camps. Coordinates, plans, and implements D-Camps programs and responsible for the representation and promotion of Atlantic D-Camps to the local, provincial, and relevant camping communities.

Functions as Program Lead for all assigned year-round programs with responsibility for the supervision and evaluation of program staff at these programs, supervising the hiring, on-boarding and payroll for staff and volunteers in accordance with DC’s policies and procedure. Engages in operational planning and collaborates with others to ensure high standards of service and program delivery Working in partnership with all D-Camps staff and volunteers to ensure alignment with D-Camps national guidelines and provincial camping association standards Exploring opportunities and innovative practices to realign the existing area camping and youth programs, targeting best practices and ensuring efficient use of resources.

Ensures the culture and community at camp is focused on a positive experience for all campers, staff, and volunteers; cultivates relationships with alumni and camp families responding to guardian and participant survey results and suggesting appropriate changes each season based on feedback. Manage the contract relationship with third-party providers who support program operations (i.e. facility rentals, food service providers, transportation providers, etc.) Ensures that all requirements for peer reviews, audits and Ministry requirements are met through staff training, program setup, surveys, and staff management as well as ensuring all health and safety, risk management plans and all audit requirements are met.

Manage inventories of equipment and supplies. Oversee and coordinate all communications w