Job Posting High Performance Program Coordinator

Posted: August 29, 2025

Application Deadline: Friday, September 12, 2025 at 6:00 pm

Term: 1-Year Contract

Estimated Hours/Month: 10–25 hours

Annual Compensation: $7,500–$10,000

The HP Program Coordinator will work in partnership with the Head Coach to align strategy, program delivery, and athlete support across the Karate BC Team and broader HP initiatives.

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of Karate BC’s HP and athlete development programs.
• Work in partnership with the Head Coach to ensure that coaching strategies, training camps, athlete monitoring, and disciplinary protocols are aligned and consistently delivered.
• Ensure all programming is grounded in Long-Term Development (LTD) principles — a nationally recognized model supporting age-appropriate growth and lifelong athlete participation.
• Work closely with Karate Canada to align with national strategies and standards.
• Support coaching staff with the athlete disciplinary process, aligned with Karate BC’s Code of Conduct and governance policies.
• Assist the Treasurer and Karate BC staff in developing the HP-related annual budget and other program budgets.
• Draft HP policies and documentation with the HP Committee (e.g., selection criteria, carding, athlete agreements, nomination procedures, annual HP plans).
• Work with the Head Coach to create and submit an annual HP plan.
• Use performance data and KPIs to inform decision-making and adapt the HP program.
• Liaise with sport science, medical, and fitness professionals, in collaboration with the Head Coach and Medical Committee Chair, to integrate injury prevention and physical assessments.
• Assist in recruitment and onboarding of Provincial Team coaches, managers, and other key personnel.

Governance & Committee Development

• Assist in identifying and recommending a candidate for the HP Committee Chair position
• Review current committee structure and member suitability; recommend improvements.
• Strengthen volunteer appointment practices for committees, ensuring role clarity, accountability, and succession planning.

Club Coach Alignment & Talent Development

• Build strong relationships with club coaches to enhance early athlete identification and consistent technical development.
• Strengthen integration between club and provincial programming to improve athlete readiness and foster coach involvement.

Athlete Wellness & Mental Readiness

• Incorporate psychological readiness and wellness tools into athlete development strategies.
• Normalize Safe Sport and mental health resources for athletes and families.
• Connect athletes and families with appropriate support services as required.

Communication & Coordination

• Serve as the main coordinator and point of contact for all HP planning. Maintain consistent communication with club coaches, committee members, and others.
• Coordinate with Karate BC committees and operational leads to ensure program alignment.
• Represent Karate BC at select conferences/seminars, as approved by the Executive Director.
  Attend all meetings and events as requested by Karate BC.

Operational & Administrative Duties

• Plan and coordinate Regional and Provincial Team Training Camps.
• Coordinate with the Head Coach in tracking and evaluating progress using performance data and KPIs.
• Provide quarterly and annual reports for Karate BC’s Board of Directors.
• Work with CSI to monitor carded athletes and coaches.
• Coordinate and mentor part-time or volunteer staff (e.g., interns, assistant coaches).
• Coordinate logistics such as facility bookings, travel coordination, and equipment planning.
• Manage and update all HP-related documentation and online content.

• Reports to: Executive Director, Karate BC

Collaborates with and provides updates to:

• President, Karate BC
• Karate BC Board of Directors
• Head Coach
• Coaching Committee
• Referee Committee
• Tournament Committee
• Events Manager
• Team Manager
• Club Coaches
• Karate BC Staff

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Proven experience coordinating HP or athlete development programs in amateur sport
• Strong understanding of LTD principles, athlete pathways, and coach development
• Excellent communication, coordination, and project management skills
• Familiarity with Safe Sport, athlete wellness best practices, and psychological readiness
• Basic understanding of budgeting and financial management
• Strong organizational and administrative skills (MS Office, Google Workspace)
• Experience working with volunteers, committees, and club coaches
• Competitive experience at the HP level is an asset
• NCCP Competition Development certification or higher is an asset