Kids' activity coordinator

Summary

Sunsail are currently recruiting flotilla kids activity coordinator’s to work in Greece on our one-week flotilla routes throughout summer. Only high season roles are available. A kid’s activity coordinator works as part of the flotilla lead crew organising activities for children aged 5-17 years old.

Main duties will centre around the yachts, the base and ports of call. Working hours vary and you MUST be flexible to cover operational requirements, in particular assisting with the role of host or base duties.

What you'll be doing

• Welfare of the children’s safety and health, and the organisation of activities
• Fitting of kids lifejackets and harnesses
• Kids first morning safety briefing and daily briefings on route when necessary
• Yacht preparation and organisation of kids packs on turnaround day
• Creating sailing related activities for the children, including shore-based games in ports
• Keeping suitable toys and games on the lead yacht and preparing treasure hunts, quizzes and activities in advance
• Making and buying prizes for kids prize-giving at the end of each flotilla
• Socialising with all guests
• Organising group meals, BBQs, punch parties and other events, with special arrangements for children
• Helping with the general running of the flotilla, especially general guest enquiries
• Completing turnaround, assisting the skipper, technician and host
• Cleanliness & good presentation of lead boat at all times
• Any other duties as directed by the Base Manager
  
  

What type of person are we looking for

• Valid first aid certificate
• Yacht sailing experience (RYA Day Skipper/Competent Crew desired)
• Experience working with children between 5-17 years old
• Experience in a customer focused environment
• Experience organising activities for groups of children
• Responsible and patient demeanour
• A strong team player
• Fun, enthusiastic personality