Communications Director

Location: Live on-site Camp Kandalore – Algonquin Highlands

Contract Dates: June 21st – August 31st, 2027, room & board included

Reports to: Assistant Director – Camp Life

Our Team

Our team is highly engaged and committed to excellence in camping and outdoor and experiential education. Working at Kandalore means you believe in supporting a camp culture that values participation, kindness and respect, and the power of the outdoors for young people.

The Camp

Founded in 1947 Kandalore offers an un-matched camp experience for children 6 – 16, providing the best of both canoe-tripping and camp activities. The camp prides itself on its warm and supportive community where children are made to feel included in the camp culture. The supportive nature of the camp allows for the campers to try new activities and develop new skills with the help of caring staff members.

Camp Kandalore helps kids to know and be themselves. We believe in authenticity of character; that challenging our campers develops resilience and independence; that the outdoors is an ideal environment where kids can learn and have fun; that an accepting environment promotes belonging and connection; and that our facilitators and staff inspire our campers. Most importantly, we believe that a positive camp culture leads to highly transformative experiences for young people.

Job Outline

The Communications Director will assist the Assistant Director of Camp Life in providing a beyond level of individualized client service and engagement to as many parents as possible providing an insight into camp life. The Communications Director will be responsible for communicating various aspects of camp life to families through email and phone.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of summer camp experience and / or HR experience.
• Exceptional oral and written skills.
• Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C
• Bronze Cross Lifesaving Certification (or higher) considered an asset

Responsibilities Include

• Prepare parent communication plan/calendar, email communications and summer documents prior to the start of the summer season
• Perform administrative tasks, including phone calls, emails, and communication records.Maintain regular communication with parents, through email, phone, and regular updates
• Support Directors and Senior Staff with operations of camp
• Delivery of communication plan, including but not limited to new family phone calls, welcome emails, trip emails and end of session surveys
• Connect with campers and staff on a regular basis
• Support Section Heads with camper phone calls and follow ups
• Prepare trip departure and arrival emails, including photos, and communicate with parents in a timely manner
• Prepare weekly newsletters to inform parents of the ongoings of camp life.
• Documentation of phone calls and emails.

How To Apply

If you or someone you know wants to learn and grow this summer, please apply online at: Join Our Team | Kandalore if a position is posted, we are still actively seeking candidates, and you are welcome to apply.

Your application matters to us and we will review it carefully. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We work to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices as an integral and foundational part of Camp Kandalore’s culture and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.

As a condition of employment, a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required.

Do You Need an Accommodation?

Camp Kandalore is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the Hiring Manager if you require accommodation.