* THIS IS A VOLUNTEER ROLE

Vice President, Strategy & Advisory - Volunteer Role

National Growth | Strategic Expansion | Organizational Development

Senior Volunteer Leadership Opportunity | Canada-wide | Remote | Flexible Schedule | Initial 6-Month Commitment

Canadian Christian Recreational Association (CCRA)

Are You Ready to Help Shape a National Organization?

The Canadian Christian Recreational Association (CCRA) , a federal not-for-profit is seeking experienced, forward-thinking individuals to join our senior volunteer leadership team as Vice President, Strategy & Advisory.

This is an opportunity for professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and experienced volunteers who want to contribute their knowledge, strategic thinking, leadership experience, and professional networks toward building and expanding a growing national organization.

Our vision is to establish CCRA as a nationally recognized Christian recreational and community development organization, connecting churches, families, individuals, and communities through sports, recreation, fellowship, leadership, and spiritual growth.

We are looking for individuals who can help us think strategically, identify opportunities, build organizational capacity, develop partnerships, and establish a sustainable foundation for growth across Canada.

Applicants from all provinces and territories are welcome.

About CCRA

The Canadian Christian Recreational Association is a faith-based organization dedicated to building community through sports, recreation, fellowship, and spiritual growth.

Our programs bring together individuals, families, churches, and communities through recreational sports leagues, youth and family activities, leadership development, workshops, community events, and mission trips.

Our activities and development opportunities include:

- Adult and youth recreational sports leagues, including softball, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and other sports
- Church and community membership networks
- Youth and family recreation programs
- Community events, tournaments, and recreational activities
- Christian fellowship and spiritual development initiatives
- Mission trips and community outreach
- Volunteer leadership and development
- Corporate, church, and community partnerships
- Regional and national program expansion

As CCRA continues to develop, we are establishing a stronger national leadership and advisory structure to support organizational growth, sustainability, and long-term impact.

The Opportunity: Vice President, Strategy & Advisory

The Vice President, Strategy & Advisory is a senior volunteer leadership position focused on helping shape the strategic direction, organizational development, national expansion, and long-term sustainability of CCRA.

Working collaboratively with CCRA's leadership, Board of Directors, and other senior volunteers, the Vice President will contribute strategic advice, identify opportunities, develop practical recommendations, and support the implementation of organizational growth initiatives.

This position combines strategic leadership, organizational advisory, business development, and national expansion planning.

The role is flexible and designed to accommodate experienced professionals who wish to contribute approximately 1–2 hours per week, for a minimum of 6 months.

Key Areas of Strategic Responsibility

1. National Growth & Expansion Strategy

Help develop and strengthen CCRA's presence across Canada.

Responsibilities include:

- Contributing to a national growth and expansion strategy
- Identifying opportunities to establish CCRA in additional provinces, cities, and communities
- Evaluating regional opportunities for recreational leagues, programs, and community initiatives
- Advising on scalable models for provincial and regional development
- Identifying potential regional leaders, strategic partners, and community champions
- Supporting the establishment of provincial and regional development teams
- Recommending priorities for sustainable expansion
- Helping establish consistent national operating and development frameworks

Our goal is to create a sustainable national network of CCRA programs, leaders, members, and community partnerships.

2. Membership Development & National Networks

Support the development of a strong and sustainable national membership structure.





Opportunities include:

- Advising on membership models for churches, organizations, teams, families, and individuals
- Helping develop church and organizational membership networks
- Identifying strategies to attract and retain members
- Supporting membership growth and engagement initiatives
- Exploring membership benefits, services, and partnership opportunities
- Identifying opportunities for national membership campaigns
- Advising on long-term membership sustainability
- Helping establish relationships with church networks, associations, and community organizations

3. Strategic Partnerships & Relationship Development

Help position CCRA for meaningful partnerships across Canada.

Potential partnership areas include:

- Churches and Christian organizations
- National and provincial faith-based associations
- Businesses and corporations
- Sports and recreational organizations
- Educational institutions
- Community development organizations
- Municipalities and recreational facilities
- Foundations and philanthropic organizations
- Youth and family-serving organizations
- Government and nonprofit sector stakeholders

Responsibilities may include identifying strategic partners, facilitating introductions, advising on collaboration opportunities, and helping develop partnerships that contribute to organizational growth.

4. Organizational Strategy & Long-Term Vision

Contribute to the strategic development and future direction of CCRA.

This may involve:

- Supporting the development of three-year and five-year strategic plans
- Identifying organizational priorities and growth opportunities
- Advising on mission alignment, strategic positioning, and long-term objectives
- Helping establish measurable organizational goals
- Identifying emerging opportunities, challenges, and risks
- Providing strategic input on national programs and initiatives
- Supporting organizational planning and leadership discussions
- Advising on the development of sustainable operational and financial models

We are particularly interested in individuals who can bring experience in building organizations, developing new markets, scaling programs, or guiding organizational transformation.

5. Operations, Infrastructure & Organizational Capacity

Help strengthen the systems and structures needed to support CCRA's national growth.

Areas of contribution may include:

- Advising on organizational and operational structures
- Supporting the development of regional leadership frameworks
- Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and coordination
- Helping establish scalable processes and operating procedures
- Advising on technology, digital systems, and organizational infrastructure
- Supporting volunteer leadership and succession planning
- Identifying opportunities for cross-functional collaboration
- Helping establish accountability and performance measurement frameworks

6. Revenue Development, Sustainability & Funding Strategy

Support the development of sustainable funding and resource strategies.

This may include:

- Advising on sponsorship and corporate partnership opportunities
- Identifying potential grants and philanthropic funding sources
- Supporting the development of diversified revenue strategies
- Exploring membership-based revenue opportunities
- Advising on financial sustainability for regional programs
- Identifying opportunities for in-kind donations and resource partnerships
- Supporting relationships with potential funders, sponsors, and strategic supporters

7. Strategic Advisory & Executive Leadership Support

Provide thoughtful advice, professional insight, and constructive recommendations to CCRA leadership.

This may include:

- Participating in periodic strategy and advisory discussions
- Reviewing strategic initiatives and organizational development plans
- Providing input on major growth opportunities
- Advising on organizational challenges and potential solutions
- Sharing relevant industry knowledge,



experience, and professional networks
- Mentoring or supporting emerging volunteer leaders
- Contributing to special projects aligned with individual expertise
- Helping translate strategic ideas into practical, achievable priorities

CCRA welcomes applicants from every province and territory across Canada.

Success is measured by meaningful contributions, practical progress, and organizational impact, not simply attendance at meetings.

The Vice President, Strategy & Advisory will work collaboratively with CCRA's leadership and may contribute to the development of a broader Strategy & Advisory group as the organization grows.

CCRA Board of Directors: Responsible for formal governance, fiduciary and legal oversight, organizational accountability, and major decisions.

CCRA Executive Leadership: Responsible for organizational leadership, development, and implementation of approved priorities.

Vice President, Strategy & Advisory: Provides strategic leadership, recommendations, qualified expertise, relationship development, and support for national growth initiatives.

National & Regional Directors / Portfolio Leads: Develop and implement specific programs, partnerships, membership initiatives, and regional activities.

Coordinators, Managers & Volunteers: Support the operational execution of programs, events, leagues, and community initiatives.

The Vice President serves in an advisory and strategic leadership capacity, subject to the authority and direction established by CCRA's Board of Directors and executive leadership. The title does not independently confer statutory director or board authority.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome expressions of interest from professionals and experienced individuals across a wide range of sectors.

Strong candidates will demonstrate:

- Strategic and forward-thinking leadership
- Sound judgment and practical problem-solving
- Experience developing or growing organizations, initiatives, or partnerships
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to identify opportunities and recommend solutions
- Collaborative leadership and professionalism
- Initiative and independent thinking
- Commitment to organizational development
- Ability to balance vision with practical execution
- A willingness to share expertise, connections, and ideas
- Reliability and follow-through
- A genuine interest in community development and meaningful service

We value individuals who can ask:

Where can this organization go, what will it take to get there, and how can I help make it happen?"

What You Can Gain

This opportunity offers the ability to:

- Help shape the development of a growing national organization
- Contribute to meaningful community and youth development initiatives
- Apply professional expertise toward a faith-based mission
- Participate in national strategic planning and organizational development
- Expand professional and community networks
- Collaborate with leaders from different industries and regions
- Develop nonprofit executive and advisory leadership experience
- Support innovative programs and partnerships
- Help create sustainable opportunities for communities across Canada
- Make a lasting contribution to an organization with national growth ambitions

For executives, professionals, entrepreneurs, retirees, and community leaders, this is an opportunity to use established skills, knowledge, and networks in a meaningful volunteer leadership capacity.

How to Apply

Please send a resume, or a brief introduction including:

- Your name
- Your location
- Your professional or volunteer background
- Your area(s) of expertise
- The leadership portfolio you are interested in
- Relevant leadership or project experience
- Any community, sports, business, nonprofit or ministry experience
- Your general availability

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences are valued and respected. We believe that equity and diversity strengthen our community, and we strive to ensure that everyone has fair access to participate, contribute, and grow within our programs. Guided by our faith, we seek to create spaces rooted in compassion, dignity, and belonging for all.

You may apply through Indeed, or by email to [email protected].

Work Location: Remote

📌 Vice President, Strategy & Advisory - Volunteer (Canada)
🏢 Canadian Christian Recreational Association
📍 Canada