Travel Coordinator/supervisor

**CFMWS - WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION**
At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
**THE ROLE**
Imagine the excitement and ability to show off your incredible skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months coordinating travel for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from across the world As a deployed Travel & Recreation Coordinator or Supervisor, you are not just providing travel services, but enhancing the morale and welfare of all the troops deployed.

The Travel Coordinator and Supervisor are part of an enthusiastic team of adventurous individuals who enjoy meaningful employment and contributing in a team-based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player with a positive attitude in a fast-paced setting. You are able to adapt to new challenges in an ever-changing dynamic environment.

The Travel Coordinator and Supervisor coordinate a critical part of any deployment; vacation. You will coordinate travel to reunite CAF members with family at home or to an approved destination somewhere around the world. You will conduct briefings, provide advice and guidance while ensuring policy is followed and financial claims are completed and processed correctly.

The Supervisor leads and manages the Travel department. They support a team of Coordinators towards delivering exceptional service for the CAF members, while ensuring policies and procedures are followed. They are responsible for managing the team members’ schedules, performance management, and overall operation of the department.

The Travel Coordinator and Supervisor plays an important role in enhancing the morale of military members by planning recreational activities, outings and events. Keeping the military energized ensures they are mentally and physically ready to sustain the difficulties of military operations, and live healthy balanced lives.

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that does not come along often
**QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED** Education, Certifications and Licenses**

A demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. This includes but not limited to demonstrated military, education, training or experience.

Canadian citizenship

Must have a valid Canadian passport

Valid Canadian driver’s license (Class G or Class 5)

**Experience**

In coordinating and planning recreational activities, travel and accommodation

In conducting presentation

In providing recommendation regarding tourist attractions, foreign currency, customs, language, and travel safety

In providing recreational information to clients

In providing travel information to clients regarding destinations, transportation and accommodation

In office practices and protocol

In scheduling, organizing and overseeing activities for program development and delivery

**Additional Supervisor Experience**

In supervising and planning for services such as travel and accommodation

In personnel administration

**Competencies**

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

**Additional Qualifications Prior to Deployment**

Completion of a health, dental and psychosocial assessment

Security screening

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications

Ability to walk and lift, carry, pull/or push heavy items
**LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS**
- English Essential

**JOB INFORMATION** POSITION TYPE**

Civilian deployment contracts are 6-month terms. Deployment start dates may take place within the next 2 years.

**Hours of work**: Maximum 56 hours per week, which includes weekdays and weekends.

**BENEFITS**

**Tax free allowance**: Possibility of up to $1,756 per month in addition to your salary (allowance rates are based on mission/location/date).

**Home leave and travel allowance**: Possibility of paid leave and travel