Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Program Coordinator

The Manitoba Camping Association is seeking an individual for the position as the Program Coordinator to assist in the implementation of the Association's Programs & Services within the community.



Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as proven ability to communicate with media and carry out public speaking.

• Experience in Fundraising/Campaign Management.

• Ability to accurately utilize the following types of computer programs: FileMaker Pro Database (essential), word processing, desk top publishing, spreadsheet, and data base files on Apple computer’s OS X operating system.

• Previous experience with budget management and financial inventory control.

• Proven ability to support, supervise and train staff/volunteers as required.

• Class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle is essential.


General Area Responsibilities

1. Assists to support & ensure that programs and services are designed and operated to meet the mandate of the Association in keeping with the purpose and service objective of the Association.

2. Seeks to continually strengthen existing programs and services, as well as participate in developing new program vehicles/initiatives as resources permit in response to community needs and strategic initiatives of the Association.

3. Assists to ensure that annual service targets are established and continually reviewed in consultation with the Executive Director, and that there is reasonable and proper reporting of service statistics to monitor overall progress.

4. Provides support for the development of long term goals associated with the provision of service initiatives by the Association.


Promotion/Communication (40%)

1. Assists in the development and implementation of the Annual Plan that is designed to interpret the work of the Association, and where appropriate, advertise the services of the Association;

2. Assists in participating as a spokesperson of the Sunshine Fund in matters related to the media, and in discussions with community representatives while acting in the best interests of the Association;

3. Participates actively in a networking role to ensure that funding, support and human resources are developed and maintained;

4. Either personally, or by delegation, ensures that there is participation by the Association in significant community enterprises such as service clubs, recreation organizations, government bodies, etc;

5. Maintains confidentiality of clients and client groups of the Association, (eg. Sunshine Fund applicants, donors and member camps) except where such information is required by the Board or by law.


Fundraising & Grants (30%)_

1. In conjunction with the Executive Director, assists to:

• ensure that there is an up-to-date knowledge of available grants that are relevant to the Association and that timely submissions are submitted for the same with appropriate supporting documentation;
• ensure that timely documentation and submissions are carried out to maintain ongoing annual grants;
• establish/ensure that such fundraising activities as determined by the Association are carried out to meet the annual goals of the Sunshine Fund and additional fundraising activities that may be established by the Board.


Administration (25%)

1. Assists in the effective & efficient administration of all Association programs & services as required and directed by the Executive Director.

2. Ensures effective & efficient processing of Sunshine Fund Applicant requests as required utilizing FileMaker Pro Database software.

3. Ensures effective & efficient processing of Sunshine Fund Donations as required utilizing FileMaker Pro Database software.


Human Resources (5%)

1. As directed by the Executive Director, selects, trains and motivates Support Staff of the Association in accordance with the operating budget as required.

2. Assists to ensure that volunteerism is encouraged, promoted and utilized in the delivery of services by the Association.


Specific (Key) Responsibilities

In conjunction with the Executive Director, assists in the:

• Promotion of the Sunshine Fund process, procedures and organizational awareness to prospective clients;
• Promotion of MCA Member Camps, the Sunshine Fund and the benefits of a camp experience for a child/youth;
• Promotion of MCA Member Camps & the Sunshine Fund through the research, development & implementation of related activities (ie. Camp Caravan’s) that heighten the awareness of the Association in its efforts to promote camp and raise funds that will be utilized to send children to camp;
• Creation, Research & Development of networking opportunities that include: Point of Contact (verbal & direct) with Community Resource Support Groups, Elected Officials, CFS Agencies, Family Service Agencies, Employment & Income Assistance Agencies, School Administrators & Guidance Counselors, Community Centers, Libraries, etc.;
• Coordination of meetings with the above as required and as researched;
• Development of materials that can be utilized as promotional/informational resources;

• Preparation and delivery of the Annual Donor Campaign;
• Development and implementation of potential funding events and fundraising initiatives.
• Identification of opportunities for partnership development and associated resource materials as required;
• Development and implementation of the Donor Retention program that includes timely communication with donors;
• Dissemination of information to donors with regards to Planned Giving and the Endowment Fund of the Sunshine Fund.

• Timely processing of Sunshine Fund Applications as required;
• Administration of incoming donations as required;
• Research & planning of donor involvement through volunteerism for mail campaigns, fundraising events, etc.;
• Coordination of the MCA Accreditation program as required.

Salary Range: $20,000-$24,000* ($2,000-$2,400 month)

*Performance Review after 10 Months – May Lead to Permanent FT depending on Review & Budget Funding

Commencement: December 1 or Subject to Availability

Applications: Submit in confidence by email no later than Friday, November 12, 2010 to: executivedirector@mbcamping.ca

We thank all applicants who apply; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Friday, October 22, 2010

Camps With Meaning - Associate Program Director

Mennonite Church Manitoba invites applications for the full-time position of Associate Program Director for Camps with Meaning. This person will give leadership to the summer camping and winter retreat ministry of Camps with Mean­ing, including camp and retreat promotion, program design, budget preparation and management, and summer staff and volunteer recruitment, training and support.



Qualifications include an undergraduate degree in outdoor education, recreation or camping ministry; experience in camping ministry; excellent communication and management skills; and the abil­ity to work well with staff and volunteers of all ages. The successful candidate must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to Jesus Christ, affirm the Camps with Meaning Statement of Faith, and uphold the vision and mission of Mennonite Church Manitoba. A complete job description is available at www.campswithmeaning.org


Application deadline is Monday, November 15. Send resume in confidence to: Pam Peters-Pries, Interim Administrator, Camps with Mean­ing, 200-600 Shaftesbury Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3P 2J1, e-mail: pam@pries.ca or phone: (204) 392-5709.

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Commercial Hobart Dishwasher 3phase for sale

Hobart C-44 with manuals
3 phase 220 volts
Pass through 5.4 ft/min
Hot water or Chemical Sanitize
Asking $500, trade of best offer!

For more information please contact Dauphin Bible Camp

info@dauphinbiblecamp.com

www.dauphinbiblecamp.com

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Winkler Bible Camp seeks FT Discipleship Director

Winkler Bible Camp is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Discipleship Director. Applicants should be individuals who are passionate about discipling and teaching young adults (ages 18-25) over an 8-month period as a part of the post-secondary discipleship ministry of WBC. Gifts in teaching, shepherding, and administration as well as post-secondary training are preferred. Interested individuals can call the camp at 325-9519 for more details or check our website at winklerbiblecamp.com


Do you want to be a part of an exciting and dynamic ministry opportunity? Winkler Bible Camp is currently looking to fill a Head Cook position, which is a full-time year-round position on our Cross View (main site). Experience would be great, but a passion to serve - ESSENTIAL!

Contact Dale at 325-9519 or dale@winklerbiblecamp.com for more information.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

AEM offers two International Standard levels of Wilderness and Remote First Aid

AEM offers two International Standard levels of Wilderness and Remote First Aid:

Basic 22 Hour course for outdoor enthusiasts and people not in a leadership role.

Advanced 40 Hour course is intended for outdoor leaders, guides, anyone who is responsible for other peoples safety in a wilderness and remote environment. Both include CPR.

Basic 22 Hr Course Dates

Course 1: Apr. 24-26
Course 2: May 1-3
Course 3: May 8-10
Course 4: May 29-31
Course 5: June 19-21
Course 6: June 26-28

Advanced 40 Hr Course Dates
Course 1: May 22 - 24, May 29 - 31, 2009
Course 2: June 5 - 7, June 12 - 14, 2009
Private and group bookings can be arranged as well as onsite training with advanced requests.

Cost: Basic: $160.00 + GST
Advanced: $310.00 + GST

Contact information:
Stephanie at wfa@aeminfo.mb.ca or 775-2462
Gary Monkman aem@aeminfo.mb.ca or 775-2462

For more information on the courses check out www.aeminfo.mb.ca.

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

End of season update



The 2008 camp season is coming to a close. All camp visits have been completed and the accreditation team will be sending out final reports shortly. A big thanks to all of the great hosts at camp- we always appreciate a traditional camp lunch!

As camps send in their Camper Demographic forms for this year, the MCA will compile them and camper statistics will be available. This is a useful resource for both camps and parents.

The MCA is always looking for additional camps across the province to accredit. Accreditation allows children from the Sunshine Fund to be sent to safe camps in Manitoba, among other benefits. We're having a great year at the Sunshine Fund, sending close to 900 kids to camp!

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Summer's here again...


Following a successful Sunshine Day with A&W, the MCA started with a busy 2008 season! Camps have begun, and so have our re-accreditation visits. We will be visiting 17 camps this summer, everywhere across the province from the Pas to Kenora. It was a rainy start to the season with our first visit to Brereton a wet one, but things are looking up for the rest of the summer!

Some camps still have spots open-- check out our website at www.mbcamping.ca for a list of camps in Manitoba that have been accredited by the MCA.

Also, check out this link: www.ourkids.net For parents, it's a great resource showing what camp can offer to children of ALL ages. For camps, an age-specific guide of your campers' general needs and concerns.

Friday, May 9, 2008

May 21, 2008 is Sunshine Day



On May 21, 2008, the Winnipeg Free Press Sunshine Fund, in partnership with A&W, will have it’s very first Sunshine Day in Manitoba. All the proceeds from the sale of A&W Root Beer and Coffee will be donated to the Sunshine Fund to help send Manitoba Children to Manitoba Accredited Camps.

In addition, you can also help send a child to camp by purchasing a Ray of Sunshine from A&W Restaurants for only $1 between May 12-21. Fill your name out on a Yellow Sun and help send a child to camp. This sun will be added to the walls of the Restaurant.

This will be happening at all A&W locations in Winnipeg, Selkirk, Lockport, Portage & Steinbach.

PS - Did you know that Manitoba is the only province in the country to have a "Sunshine Fund?" Founded in 1979 and thanks to the generous donations of Manitobans the fund has raised nearly $4.0 million dollars and sent more than 18,000 kids to camp.

Thursday, April 3, 2008

Camp Caravan at Kildonan Place & Family Fun Fair

The Manitoba Camping Association Camp Caravan rolls into Kildonan Place Shopping Centre Friday, April 4 & Saturday, April 5 to promote upcoming 2008 Summer Camping opportunities for children, youth & family camp.

On Sunday, visit the Family Fun Fair in partnership with Winnipeg Parent Magazine. Over 18 camps will be on display along with entertainers, fun information for families, etc. There will be a $2 admission cost with 1/2 the proceeds supporting the Sunshine Fund. The event will take place Sunday, April 6 from 9:30-4:30 p.m. at the Rady JCC - 123 Doncaster St. 99.9 BOB FM will broadcast Live-On Location.

Winkler Bible Camp Seeks Staff

Winkler Bible Camp is currently looking for individuals to fill a number of
key positions within our team of 20 full-time staff including: Assistant
Cook/Food Services Coordinator, Head Cook and Maintenance. We are looking
for dynamic individuals who enjoy customer service and are passionate about
serving God and people. Call the camp at 204.325.9519 for more information.

Winkler Bible Camp is waiting for YOU! Do you want to be a part of an
exciting ministry for a week∑ or maybe all summer? WBC is currently looking
for the following seasonal positions: Counselors, lifeguards, kitchen help,
Teepee Village Director & Assistant, 1on1 Counselors, maintenance, etc.
(July - August). Call 204.325.9519 for more information.

Thursday, March 27, 2008

Camp Caravan at St. Vital this Weekend

The Manitoba Camping Association Camp Caravan rolls into St. Vital Centre today through Sunday (March 27-30).

Come visit over 20 member camps to get the latest information regarding 2008 Summer Camp registration.

Q94 FM will broadcast Live from the MCA display booth on Saturday from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

If you can't come down, our Information Booth will be on hand at the MTS Centre during the Manitoba Moose game on Tuesday, April 1 & Wednesday, April 2; then onto Kildonan Place Shopping Centre April 4 & 5; the Family Fun Fair at the Rady JCC at 123 Doncaster St. on Sunday, April 6; and finally The Forks Market April 26 & 27.

Monday, March 24, 2008

Life Members of the MCA

Congratulations to Jim Ryan & Kim Strachan - Life Members of the MCA.

On Thursday, March 13 at the MCA Annual General Meeting held at Oak Hammock Marsh, Jim Ryan & Kim Strachan were presented with an Honourary Life Membership for their lifelong commitment and dedication to camping within the Province of Manitoba. Jim & Kim are the very first recipients of this prestigious award.

Monday, March 10, 2008

Child Fitness Tax Credit

How many Camps are including a receipt to Families for the Child Fitness Tax Credit???

If so, how are you calculating this amount, or are camps providing a receipt for the Full Amount???

Please reply to this message to provide some feedback for camps to get a sense of what others are doing.

Friday, February 8, 2008

Wilderness First-Aid Training Courses Offered

Sirius Wilderness Medicine will be offering the following Wilderness First-Aid (40 hour) Training courses:

April 10-13, 2008
May 12-15, 2008
May 26-29, 2008

$350.00 + GST - CPR included

The Manitoba Camping Association Standard requires that one leader holds this level of training for any trip where external medical assistance is more than 20 minutes away.

Group courses and rates are also available.

Contact Sara for more information at 204.782.5303 or sara@experiencemomenta.com

www.experiencemomenta.com

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

*Manitoba Camp Caravan*

The Manitoba Camping Association will stage 4 Promotional Events this Spring to promote the 2008 Camp Season. Visit us at the following locations to get camp registration information, meet Camp Directors, seek summer staff employment opportunities, and donate to the Sunshine Fund:

March 7-9, 2008
Garden City Shopping Centre

March 27-30, 2008
St. Vital Centre

April 4-5, 2008
Kildonan Place Shopping Centre

April 6, 2008 - Winnipeg Parent Family Fun Fair
Rady JCC - 123 Doncaster St.


Watch this space for a possible listing of additional dates when we will be in your area!

Camp Wasaga Seeks Summer Staff for 08'

Camp Wasaga, the only accredited full time family camp in Manitoba, located on the shores of beautiful Clear Lake in Riding Mountain National Park is looking for enthusiastic employees to fill the following positions for the summer of 2008:

Program Director
Leader In Training Director
Waterfront Director
Senior Leaders
Naturalist

For further information regarding any of these positions, please contact the Camp Director by email at: campwasaga@mts.net

Saturday, January 19, 2008

Website updated for 2008

*The MCA & Sunshine Fund site has been updated.

*2008 Sunshine Fund Application is now available.

Come visit the site and see our fresh new look and what the lastest details are on camps this summer.

Thursday, January 17, 2008

MCA Seeks Promotions Coordinator

Promotions Coordinator (3 month contract position) –
Manitoba Camping Association/Sunshine Fund

Job Description: The Manitoba Camping Association/Sunshine Fund is seeking an individual to fill the position of Promotions Coordinator. The MCA has been the leading association of organized children’s, family, and day camps in Manitoba since 1937. The MCA represents and serves 34 Accredited camps across the province and is also responsible for the administration of the Sunshine Fund that helps send children requiring financial assistance to attend a summer camp.

The Position: Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Promotions Coordinator is responsible for the promotion of camp and the Sunshine Fund within the community, as well as effective and efficient management of the Association’s promotional events. The Promotions Coordinator will also assist the Executive Director & Sunshine Fund Administrator in the preparation of the Annual Donor Campaign. Key Responsibilities will include establishing point of contact with School Guidance Counselors & related Community Partners/Agencies – both verbal and direct. Coordinate meetings to promote camp and the Sunshine Fund procedural process - identify methods to disseminate information to those children in need of a camp experience and/or financial assistance.

The Candidate: A general understanding of camp and the benefits derived, event management and charitable, non-profit experience would be an asset. A high-energy person who is capable of multi-tasking and has good organizational skills. You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently, as well as work cooperatively in a group setting.

Qualifications: A related degree or experience in recreation & event promotions; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A vehicle will be required, as it is expected that at least 2/3 of the time will be spent outside of an office environment.

Salary: Approx. $1,500 monthly

Applications: Submit in confidence by email no later than Wednesday, February 13, 2008 to: executivedirector@mbcamping.ca


We thank all applicants who apply; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Information Session

River Secrets: Paddling the Path Less Traveled

Date: Saturday, 19 January 2008
Location: Fort Whyte Alive Interpretive Centre
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Admission: The public is welcome

Description: From Baja to the Barren lands, Manitoba's top river guides will wet your traveller’s appetite with stories and pictures of faraway places that await your paddle. Rob Currie of Wilderness Spirit, David Pancoe of Northern Soul Adventures, and Mick Lautt of WAVpaddling take us on a journey of adventure to wilderness rivers that most will only read of in guide books. If you haven't paddled a Manitoba river in December or sea kayaked the Pacific Ocean, then this is great event to get you started on your own voyage of discovery. Coffee will be served and there is a cash beer bar.

Rady JCC Seeks Program Coordinators

The Rose and Max Rady Jewish Community Centre is a not-for-profit community agency offering state of the art fitness facilities. We provide a broad range of programs for members, the Jewish community, and the community at large. The Rady JCC has opportunities for two experienced professionals to play a key role in the coordination and delivery of our programs.

Sport and Recreation Program Coordinator

This position is responsible for developing, coordinating and leading programs, assisting with operation of camps, recruiting and evaluating contract instructors, supervising emergency procedures, and providing superior customer service to all participants of Rady JCC programs and services.

In addition to strong organizational, a relevant degree and administrative skills, you will also have:

• Three years of physical activity instructor
• Strong program administration, planning and coordination experience
• Ability to interact well with children and teens as well as adults
• Standard First Aid level C with AED certification

Child and Family Program Coordinator

This position is responsible for developing and implementing innovative child and family programs, including planning and managing summer day & school break camps, birthday parties, preschool & after school programs, and special events.
In addition to superior planning skills, a relevant degree and administrative skills, you will also have:
• Three years experience in programming for children and families
• Strong knowledge of Jewish culture, traditions and practice
• Experience planning and supervising camp
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with children, families and volunteers

Interested individuals are invited to forward their resumes with salary expectations by Friday, February 1, 2008:

Human Resources
Rose and Max Rady Jewish Community Centre
Suite B 100-123 Doncaster Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3N 2B3
Fax: 477-7530
Email: radyhr@aspercampus.mb.ca


Further information about this position and the Rady JCC can be found at www.radyjcc.com
We thank all applicants who apply; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.