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Job Description

Salary: $100,000 - $110,000

The Vancouver Whitecaps Football Club is seeking a strategic and operational leader to serve asDirector, Information Technology . The successful candidate will be responsible for overall leadership and administration of all aspects of the Clubs IT infrastructure, equipment, support services, network/systems administration and cybersecurity across the Clubs offices and training facility. This role will work closely with the Coordinator, IT and act as key liaison with the Major League Soccer (MLS) technology team to ensure a secure, scalable, and high-performing technology environment that aligns with the Clubs strategic goals and the unique demands of a professional sports organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and operation of core IT services, including compute, storage, virtualization (VMware), cloud infrastructure, SaaS platforms, telecommunications systems, and application management.
• Oversee the IT Service Desk and collaborate with the People & Culture (P&C) department for on and off-boarding processes, ensuring high service levels for daily operations.
• Manage systems administration for physical and virtual servers, including backups, Microsoft Intune, JAMF, Active Directory, and application updates.
• Ensure network performance, security, and remote work infrastructure meet current and future Club and MLS needs.
• Development and daily management of the departments budget.
• Maintain and manage Club-owned technology inventory, including servers, AV, laptops, mobile devices, and networking equipment.
• Lead IT infrastructure projects, including strategic development, RFPs, vendor selection, implementation, follow up and upgrades with minimal disruption to operations.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, providing strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Represent the Club in MLS technology working groups and ensure alignment with league-wide initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international privacy laws and regulations in collaboration with Legal, Business Intelligence, and Marketing.
• Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans, including regular testing and updates.
• Mentor and develop the Coordinator, Information Technology, fostering a high-performance, customer-focused culture.
• Coordinate internal and external audits related to IT infrastructure and governance.
• Ensure adherence to IT governance frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and manage service provider relationships and SLAs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of experience designing, building, and managing enterprise IT infrastructure.
• 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing IT support, infrastructure, or systems administration teams.
• 3+ years managing IT service desks or providing IT support in sports, entertainment, or large event environments.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Intune, Active Directory, VMware, cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud), and backup/DR solutions.
• Familiarity with SaaS platforms, cloud-based storage, and mobile device management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional projects.
• Excellent communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with IT governance, compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends as required.

The Club

Vancouver Whitecaps FC is the longest-running professional soccer club in Canada and the United States. Since its inaugural season in 1974, the club has united generations of loyal fans in British Columbia and beyond. With academies in eight out of ten provinces, a network of partner clubs, and hundreds of camps and clinics every year, Whitecaps FC provide a foundation for Canadas soccer future.

We are also strongly committed to providing opportunities to Canadian athletes, both male and female, with the largest soccer development structure in Canada. This includes academy programs in eight of ten provinces across the country.

In addition to building a winning team on and off the pitch, the Club places great importance in giving back to our community, harnessing the power of sport to create a stronger, more equitable & inclusive society through three key community goals: helping meet critical needs, using soccer to build life skills and creating soccer participation opportunities in Indigenous communities.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC believes that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. This includes but is not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People & Culture department.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

"Within these walls, you are welcomed, accepted, and respected.

Here, no matter who you are or where you come from, you are home. And youre part of the team regardless of your age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, marital or family status, disability, or religious belief or non-belief. All we ask is that you be ethical and inclusive in all that you do. Be respectful of all players, fans, and staff, and remember to cheer loudest for the ones wearing the blue and white. Go Caps!"

No recruiters or agencies, please.

About the JCC:

At the JCC (“the J”), you are part of something bigger. You matter.

The JCC is an open, inclusive, and welcoming community, where belonging is everything. The JCC has become one of the largest platforms for engagement and connection to community in the Greater Toronto Area; a place where multiple generations can strengthen their body, mind, and soul. Programs include arts and culture, aquatics, recreation, education, sports, fitness, daycare, day camp, and more. For over 100 years, JCCs have been serving Jewish communities around the world. There are over 300 JCCs globally and 150 in North America. 1.5 million people enter a JCC each week in North America, this makes the JCCs the largest Jewish engagement platform on the continent

About JCC Maccabi Games:

The JCC Maccabi Games are the largest sporting event for Jewish youth in the world. The Games are hosted annually in North America and feature Olympic style sports competitions, including opening and closing ceremonies, travel, community service, social and cultural events, and opportunities to make friends and memories to last a lifetime. Around 3000 youth athletes between the ages of 13-17 participate in this event and are provided with an unparalleled experience to embrace their Jewish roots while playing sports that they love. In 2026, the JCC Maccabi Games will be coming to Toronto, and we are looking for a dynamic JCC Maccabi Games Director to lead this pivotal venture.

The Role:

The JCC Maccabi Games Director must be a strategic thinker and proactive leader, capable of balancing the demands of large-scale event management with a long-term vision for Jewish community growth, teen engagement, and cultural enrichment. At the same time they must be willing to roll up their sleeves and be hands on with all aspects of the day to day operations.

The JCC Maccabi Games Director will be responsible for managing and supervising the overall operations of the JCC Maccabi Games in Toronto and is responsible for organizing a successful execution of the entire event. The work involves a varied range of tasks and obligations, including, but not limited to, all aspects including planning, committee development, budgeting, event coordination, community mobilization and overseeing day to day operations leading up to and during the week of the Games. In partnership with the Games Co-Chairs (lay leaders), the JCC Maccabi Games Director will lead, guide, and steward the work of the JCC Maccabi Organizing Committee and serve as an ambassador of JCC Maccabi and key leadership voice at the JCC and out in the community.

The JCC Maccabi Games Director will report to the SVP of Finance and Operations and will oversee a number of direct reports, including Director of Community Engagement, Director of Operations, Project Manager, Volunteer Manager, Access Coordinator and Social Media expert and will be supported by our consultants on an as needed basis as well as a robust volunteer base.

Key responsibilities include:

• ·Strategic Leadership : As the JCC Maccabi Games Director , you will be at the forefront of one of the largest and most impactful Jewish athletic and cultural events in the world. This position requires a dynamic and visionary leader who can harness the power of sport, community, and identity to elevate the JCC Maccabi Games experience for athletes, families, volunteers, and the broader community. The JCC Maccabi Games Director shall liaise with the JCC Sports Director and develop a post-Games strategy anchored in teen engagement and volunteerism.
• Visionary Planning : Lead the overall strategic direction for hosting the JCC Maccabi Games, aligning the event with the JCC’s mission of strengthening Jewish life, identity, and community engagement. This involves designing a long-term plan that leverages the Games as a catalyst for enhancing teen engagement, volunteerism, and broader community participation.
• Community Engagement : Act as a community ambassador for the JCC Maccabi Games, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, donors, municipal and government partners, and local Jewish organizations. The Director must galvanize the local community, generating excitement and participation to ensure the event’s success.
• Volunteer and Teen Development : Oversee the Volunteer Manager and build strategic initiatives that go beyond the event itself, positioning the JCC Maccabi Games as an entry point for future teen programming, leadership development, and long-term volunteer engagement. This role involves strategically aligning the event with the JCC’s broader youth and community programming to ensure lasting impact.
• Operational Excellence : Oversee the full lifecycle of the Games, from planning and logistics to execution and post-event debriefs. The Director must ensure that operational plans are aligned with both the Games’ strategic goals and the long-term vision for community impact. This includes the effective management of key staff, volunteers, and external consultants to deliver a world class experience. Operational elements include; venues, hospitality, accommodations, medical, food, transportation, security, programming and events (ie. opening and closing ceremonies).
• Administrative Oversight: Set up the structure for the Games office and hire the Games team. This team will oversee the committee structure and be the liaison for all visiting delegations.
• Amplify the Message: Hosting the JCC Maccabi Games is an opportunity to unite the community around Jewish pride. The Director will work with the JCC marketing team to build out the key campaign messages and deliver it to partners and key stakeholder to mobilize the community
• Partnership Building : Cultivate and manage high-level partnerships with regional sports organizations, schools, government bodies, and Jewish community groups. These relationships are critical for ensuring resources, facilities, and goodwill to host a successful and inclusive event.
• Financial Management : Oversee the operating budget and provide necessary reports to committees.

Are you our ideal JCC Maccabi Games Director?

First and foremost, you have a passion for sports and large-scale event planning and possess a strong understanding of, and enthusiasm for, the ethos and mission of the Maccabi Experience. You also have a keen desire to help foster Jewish community building and teen engagement and know what an amazing asset hosting the Games in Toronto brings to achieving these objectives. In addition, you have demonstrated prior experience in the following:

• Strong leadership and a collaborative team-oriented style
• Strong organizational skills and excellent project management capabilities
• Financial and business acumen as well as logistics coordination
• Event planning on a large scale
• Proactive work style
• Public speaking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A customer service mindset
• Volunteer management and community stakeholder engagement experience
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Effective problem solving and contingency planning skills as well as emergency and crisis management experience
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, Power Point, Database/CRM platforms, Project Management Tools
• Previous experience of Jewish Community work/involvement
• Previous Maccabi experience would be beneficial but not a pre-requisite

Within the last several months of program planning and during the Games week itself, this position will require considerable time above and beyond a normal 40-hour work week. The candidate must be able to work with a wide variety of volunteers and staff; and to remain calm while working under pressure.

What you will receive from the JCC:

Salary range: $95,000.00-$115,000.00. You will also experience a work culture that will continue to challenge and empower you to keep learning and growing. As well you will receive a free JCC membership, staff discounts on paid programs, medical and dental insurance through Equitable Life- the JCC pays 65% of the premium, paid time off for personal, sick days, vacation, as well as Jewish holidays. Moreover, the JCC provides a people-centered, flexible work environment that always puts your family and/or your personal life and overall well-being at the forefront.

To Apply :

If you have the majority of the qualifications, don’t self-select out. This is a unique role in our JCC history. We welcome all applicants. Accommodation during all phases of the hiring process will be made wherever possible. Please submit your resume and cover letter to no later than July 18, 2025.

We appreciate your application; however, we will only be contacting the candidates we wish to interview.

About the JCC:

At the JCC (“the J”), you are part of something bigger. You matter.

The JCC is an open, inclusive, and welcoming community, where belonging is everything. The JCC has become one of the largest platforms for engagement and connection to community in the Greater Toronto Area; a place where multiple generations can strengthen their body, mind, and soul. Programs include arts and culture, aquatics, recreation, education, sports, fitness, daycare, day camp, and more. For over 100 years, JCCs have been serving Jewish communities around the world. There are over 300 JCCs globally and 150 in North America. 1.5 million people enter a JCC each week in North America, this makes the JCCs the largest Jewish engagement platform on the continent

About JCC Maccabi Games:

The JCC Maccabi Games are the largest sporting event for Jewish youth in the world. The Games are hosted annually in North America and feature Olympic style sports competitions, including opening and closing ceremonies, travel, community service, social and cultural events, and opportunities to make friends and memories to last a lifetime. Around 3000 youth athletes between the ages of 13-17 participate in this event and are provided with an unparalleled experience to embrace their Jewish roots while playing sports that they love. In 2026, the JCC Maccabi Games will be coming to Toronto, and we are looking for a dynamic JCC Maccabi Games Director to lead this pivotal venture.

The Role:

The JCC Maccabi Games Director must be a strategic thinker and proactive leader, capable of balancing the demands of large-scale event management with a long-term vision for Jewish community growth, teen engagement, and cultural enrichment. At the same time they must be willing to roll up their sleeves and be hands on with all aspects of the day to day operations.

The JCC Maccabi Games Director will be responsible for managing and supervising the overall operations of the JCC Maccabi Games in Toronto and is responsible for organizing a successful execution of the entire event. The work involves a varied range of tasks and obligations, including, but not limited to, all aspects including planning, committee development, budgeting, event coordination, community mobilization and overseeing day to day operations leading up to and during the week of the Games. In partnership with the Games Co-Chairs (lay leaders), the JCC Maccabi Games Director will lead, guide, and steward the work of the JCC Maccabi Organizing Committee and serve as an ambassador of JCC Maccabi and key leadership voice at the JCC and out in the community.

The JCC Maccabi Games Director will report to the SVP of Finance and Operations and will oversee a number of direct reports, including Director of Community Engagement, Director of Operations, Project Manager, Volunteer Manager, Access Coordinator and Social Media expert and will be supported by our consultants on an as needed basis as well as a robust volunteer base.

Key responsibilities include:

• ·Strategic Leadership : As the JCC Maccabi Games Director , you will be at the forefront of one of the largest and most impactful Jewish athletic and cultural events in the world. This position requires a dynamic and visionary leader who can harness the power of sport, community, and identity to elevate the JCC Maccabi Games experience for athletes, families, volunteers, and the broader community. The JCC Maccabi Games Director shall liaise with the JCC Sports Director and develop a post-Games strategy anchored in teen engagement and volunteerism.
• Visionary Planning : Lead the overall strategic direction for hosting the JCC Maccabi Games, aligning the event with the JCC’s mission of strengthening Jewish life, identity, and community engagement. This involves designing a long-term plan that leverages the Games as a catalyst for enhancing teen engagement, volunteerism, and broader community participation.
• Community Engagement : Act as a community ambassador for the JCC Maccabi Games, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, donors, municipal and government partners, and local Jewish organizations. The Director must galvanize the local community, generating excitement and participation to ensure the event’s success.
• Volunteer and Teen Development : Oversee the Volunteer Manager and build strategic initiatives that go beyond the event itself, positioning the JCC Maccabi Games as an entry point for future teen programming, leadership development, and long-term volunteer engagement. This role involves strategically aligning the event with the JCC’s broader youth and community programming to ensure lasting impact.
• Operational Excellence : Oversee the full lifecycle of the Games, from planning and logistics to execution and post-event debriefs. The Director must ensure that operational plans are aligned with both the Games’ strategic goals and the long-term vision for community impact. This includes the effective management of key staff, volunteers, and external consultants to deliver a world class experience. Operational elements include; venues, hospitality, accommodations, medical, food, transportation, security, programming and events (ie. opening and closing ceremonies).
• Administrative Oversight: Set up the structure for the Games office and hire the Games team. This team will oversee the committee structure and be the liaison for all visiting delegations.
• Amplify the Message: Hosting the JCC Maccabi Games is an opportunity to unite the community around Jewish pride. The Director will work with the JCC marketing team to build out the key campaign messages and deliver it to partners and key stakeholder to mobilize the community
• Partnership Building : Cultivate and manage high-level partnerships with regional sports organizations, schools, government bodies, and Jewish community groups. These relationships are critical for ensuring resources, facilities, and goodwill to host a successful and inclusive event.
• Financial Management : Oversee the operating budget and provide necessary reports to committees.

Are you our ideal JCC Maccabi Games Director?

First and foremost, you have a passion for sports and large-scale event planning and possess a strong understanding of, and enthusiasm for, the ethos and mission of the Maccabi Experience. You also have a keen desire to help foster Jewish community building and teen engagement and know what an amazing asset hosting the Games in Toronto brings to achieving these objectives. In addition, you have demonstrated prior experience in the following:

• Strong leadership and a collaborative team-oriented style
• Strong organizational skills and excellent project management capabilities
• Financial and business acumen as well as logistics coordination
• Event planning on a large scale
• Proactive work style
• Public speaking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A customer service mindset
• Volunteer management and community stakeholder engagement experience
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Effective problem solving and contingency planning skills as well as emergency and crisis management experience
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, Power Point, Database/CRM platforms, Project Management Tools
• Previous experience of Jewish Community work/involvement
• Previous Maccabi experience would be beneficial but not a pre-requisite

Within the last several months of program planning and during the Games week itself, this position will require considerable time above and beyond a normal 40-hour work week. The candidate must be able to work with a wide variety of volunteers and staff; and to remain calm while working under pressure.

What you will receive from the JCC:

Salary range: $95,000.00-$115,000.00. You will also experience a work culture that will continue to challenge and empower you to keep learning and growing. As well you will receive a free JCC membership, staff discounts on paid programs, medical and dental insurance through Equitable Life- the JCC pays 65% of the premium, paid time off for personal, sick days, vacation, as well as Jewish holidays. Moreover, the JCC provides a people-centered, flexible work environment that always puts your family and/or your personal life and overall well-being at the forefront.

To Apply :

If you have the majority of the qualifications, don’t self-select out. This is a unique role in our JCC history. We welcome all applicants. Accommodation during all phases of the hiring process will be made wherever possible. Please submit your resume and cover letter to no later than July 18, 2025.

We appreciate your application; however, we will only be contacting the candidates we wish to interview.

Overview

We are currently looking for an Exectutive Director of Information Technology and Cybersecurity to join our team!

The Executive Director, Information Technology and Cyber Security leads the CarePartners’ IT department, and is responsible for the development of an Information Technology and Cybersecurity solutions roadmap including the effective planning and scheduling of activities and resources to progress deliverables. This individual is also responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing operations of digital solutions. The Executive Director will collaborate in the strategy development related to the use of digital resources for key project proposals with leadership and prospective users. They are expected to achieve departmental as well as company objectives and meeting the set timelines and budgets.

What We Offer

What The Role Involves

Operations

Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance

Human Resources

Internal & External Communication

Business Applications

• Collaborate with business units to identify technology needs and deliver scalable solutions.
• Lead the strategy, implementation, and optimization of enterprise applications
• Ensure application strategy is aligned with business goals.
• Manage vendor relationships and software lifecycles.

Data Analytics

• Define and execute the organization’s data strategy and governance framework
• Oversee data integration, warehousing, and business intelligence platforms.
• Enable data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics and reporting

IT Operations

What You Bring

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.

Overview

We are currently looking for an Exectutive Director of Information Technology and Cybersecurity to join our team!

The Executive Director, Information Technology and Cyber Security leads the CarePartners’ IT department, and is responsible for the development of an Information Technology and Cybersecurity solutions roadmap including the effective planning and scheduling of activities and resources to progress deliverables. This individual is also responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing operations of digital solutions. The Executive Director will collaborate in the strategy development related to the use of digital resources for key project proposals with leadership and prospective users. They are expected to achieve departmental as well as company objectives and meeting the set timelines and budgets.

What We Offer

What The Role Involves

Operations

Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance

Human Resources

Internal & External Communication

Business Applications

• Collaborate with business units to identify technology needs and deliver scalable solutions.
• Lead the strategy, implementation, and optimization of enterprise applications
• Ensure application strategy is aligned with business goals.
• Manage vendor relationships and software lifecycles.

Data Analytics

• Define and execute the organization’s data strategy and governance framework
• Oversee data integration, warehousing, and business intelligence platforms.
• Enable data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics and reporting

IT Operations

What You Bring

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.

Overview

We are currently looking for an Exectutive Director of Information Technology and Cybersecurity to join our team!

The Executive Director, Information Technology and Cyber Security leads the CarePartners’ IT department, and is responsible for the development of an Information Technology and Cybersecurity solutions roadmap including the effective planning and scheduling of activities and resources to progress deliverables. This individual is also responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing operations of digital solutions. The Executive Director will collaborate in the strategy development related to the use of digital resources for key project proposals with leadership and prospective users. They are expected to achieve departmental as well as company objectives and meeting the set timelines and budgets.

What We Offer

What The Role Involves

Operations

Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance

Human Resources

Internal & External Communication

Business Applications

• Collaborate with business units to identify technology needs and deliver scalable solutions.
• Lead the strategy, implementation, and optimization of enterprise applications
• Ensure application strategy is aligned with business goals.
• Manage vendor relationships and software lifecycles.

Data Analytics

• Define and execute the organization’s data strategy and governance framework
• Oversee data integration, warehousing, and business intelligence platforms.
• Enable data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics and reporting

IT Operations

What You Bring

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.