Term Date: November 2026 - December 2027Reporting to the Director, 2027 Grey Cup, this role is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of festival operations, venues, and event delivery. This role focuses on supporting Festival logistics as well as liaising with the Canadian Football League (CFL) and staff of the Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club, supporting the Volunteer Festival Committee leadership team and working collaboratively with key stakeholders in the community.This role will be focused on the delivery of the 2027 Grey Cup Festival project plan including the execution of all Festival Events including, but not limited to, entertainment events, CFL Team hospitality rooms, Family Zone, flag football activation, cultural events, formal events and any other activities as envisioned for the Festival.The Manager will work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, partners, contractors, sponsors, and venue representatives to deliver successful events while maintaining project timelines, budgets, operational plans, and safety requirements on behalf of the Grey Cup Festival team.Major Responsibilities Support the operational planning and execution of all Grey Cup Festival events, activations and venues, including site planning, transportation, logistics, venue requirements and event operationsSupport the development and execution of flagship Festival events, including fan zones, ticketed events, community celebrations and special events in collaboration with the Volunteer Festival CommitteeSupport and maintain the overall Festival project plan, coordinating across committees, departments and stakeholders to ensure milestones, timelines and deliverables are achievedCoordinate vendors, contractors, suppliers and other event partners to ensure operational requirements are identified, planned and delivered effectivelySupport the management of Festival operating budgets, including monitoring expenditures,



identifying efficiencies and ensuring activities are delivered within approved budgetsReview operational agreements, venue contracts and service arrangements to ensure alignment with event requirements and approved budgetsCoordinate operational guidance and support to internal teams and volunteer committees, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and participating in planning meetings and working groups as requiredCollaborate with sponsorship and partnership teams to ensure contractual activation requirements are incorporated into Festival planning and successfully deliveredContribute to a collaborative, innovative and service-focused Festival culture and perform other duties as requiredRequirements Completion of a diploma or degree in Event Management, Business Administration, Sport Management, Tourism, Hospitality, Project Management, or a related field or equivalent learning obtained through experience5+ years related experience in Event Management roles with a focus on event planning, event delivery, and volunteer managementStrong project management skills to coordinate many moving parts and groups simultaneouslyFinancial acumen, able manage and report on Festival budgetsInnovative approach to build on existing successes while also exploring new opportunities and value addsAbility to positively lead various personalities and skill sets to achieve a common goalProven skills in managing multiple competing priorities, attention to details in a fast-paced event environment with shifting prioritiesDemonstrated professionalism and maturity in responding to staff, sponsors and public who raise issues, complaints and demonstrate assertive behaviourExperience working with volunteers and volunteer event leadershipTeam oriented leadership style with a "can do" service focus and drive to achieve organizational resultsKnowledge of event supplies, event equipment, and/or service ordering, as well as inventory control of these itemsAvailability to work irregular hours and diverse work schedule especially in the lead up and delivery of the 2027 Grey Cup#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager, 2027 Grey Cup (Term) (Regina)
🏢 Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club
📍 Regina