Do - Manager, Morale and Welfare Operations

**WHO WE ARE**
CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

**THE ROLE**
Imagine the excitement and ability to show off your incredible skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months evaluating and managing the operations and delivery of morale and welfare programs to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations. As a deployed Manager, Morale and Welfare Operations, you are enhancing the overall morale and welfare of all the troops deployed.

The Manager, Morale and Welfare Operations is part of an enthusiastic team of adventurous individuals who enjoy meaningful employment and contributing in a team-based, land based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among our CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player in a fast-paced setting. You are able to adapt to new challenges in an ever-changing dynamic environment.

You will have the opportunity to plan, coordinate, and manage a variety of business lines, such as retail, fitness, recreation, sports, travel, and barbering. You will utilize previous managerial experience, coupled with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills to provide the highest level of service to Canadian and/or partner nation clientele.

In addition, you will assist with recreational activities 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**

College diploma or certificate in Business Administration, Sports Administration, Recreation Management, or a related field

Canadian citizenship

Must have a valid Canadian passport

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

**Experience**

In planning, coordinating and managing multi-business operations

In preparing and administering tournaments, sporting and recreation events

In officiating sporting events and/or athletic competitions

In managing facilities

In budget administration

In personnel administration

In planning, coordinating and evaluating the operations of establishments engaged in retail sales

In loss prevention

In planning, coordinating, managing and evaluating the operations and delivery of travel programs

**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**
Recruiting for positions with multiple language requirements.
- English Essential
- Bilingual (English and French) Essential with the following language profile:
Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

**JOB INFORMATION** POSITION TYPE**

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

**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**

**Salary**: $53,000-$59,620 for six months

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

**Tax free allowance**: Possibility of up to $1,716 per month in addition to your salary (Allowance rates are based on mission/location/date).

**Home Leave Travel Allowance (Vacation)**: Possibility of paid leave (vacation).

**Accommodations and meals**:provided for duration of deployment.

**Health Benefits**: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

**Excursions**: Possibility to explore and experience the local culture and environment through activities like excursions off base.

**LOCATION**:Camp Adazi, Latvia
**APPLICATION INFORMATION - IMPORTANT** TO APPLY**:
**For Internal Employees of CFMWS**:
1) **Resume -**clearly show how you met each qualification

2) **Cover Letter -**explain why you want to deploy

1) **Resume -** clearly show how you met each qualification

2) **Cover Letter -** explain why you want to deploy

**This job opportunity expires at 11:59 PM EST**

**IF SUCESSFUL - SELECTION AND TRAINING COURSE**

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Date: April 25, 2025 - May 4, 2025

Compensation: Fully paid attendance, including travel, accommodations and meals

Purpose: You will learn more in-depth about the day-to-day expectations, technical work-related tr