The Grant Director plays a key role in identifying and securing external funding opportunities to support the programs, facilities, and overall mission of Fort McMurray Minor Hockey Association (FMMHA). This is a newly created position designed to help FMMHA explore untapped funding avenues and develop sustainable practices around grant acquisition and management.

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Support

Compliance

Estimated Time Commitment: 50-75 hours per Season

Travel Commitment:  None

Skills and Qualities

The ideal nominee will possess the following:

• Skills & Experience (Preferred but not required):

  • Experience with grant writing, fundraising, or project coordination

  • Strong organizational and research skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple committees and leadership groups

  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

  This role will evolve and be refined in collaboration with the individual selected, providing an exciting opportunity to shape a critical area of development within FMMHA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and Recommend Grants:
  Actively research available grants from government bodies, sporting agencies, and other organizations. Evaluate and recommend opportunities that align with the needs and priorities of FMMHA.

• Develop Grant Processes:
  Establish and document a standardized grant application and management process, including timelines, reporting requirements, and close-out procedures to ensure transparency and compliance.

• Support Facilities Grant Applications:
  Collaborate with the Arena Manager to identify and support grant applications related to arena and facility upgrades, maintenance, and improvements.

• Ensure Compliance with Grant Commitments:
  Monitor and track grant obligations, ensuring all deliverables, reports, and funding conditions are met in a timely manner.

• Collaborate Across Committees:
  Work closely with the Executive Board, Special Events Committee, and both Rep and WBHL Operations Committees to align grant applications with FMMHA’s strategic priorities and programming needs.