Connector Program Coordinator

Join Our Team as the Connector Program Coordinator Job Title: Connector Program Coordinator Reports to: Labour Market Team Lead Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible Position Type: Full-time Contract (40 hrs / week) Compensation: Salary $52,000 plus 2 weeks paid vacation, sick and personal days, an additional week of paid time off in December, health and dental benefits, and access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program. Application Deadline: October 22nd 2025 Are you passionate about fostering economic growth and connecting talented individuals with meaningful opportunities? Do you have a knack for building relationships and supporting impactful programs? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as the Connector Program Coordinator at the Cape Breton Partnership What you can achieve As the Program Coordinator you will expose high‑school graduates and other youth to rewarding skilled trades careers, helping to address Nova Scotia’s workforce needs. Through a collective effort you will also help newcomers and other professionals strengthen their networks and find meaningful employment, ultimately helping to build a more diverse and robust workforce for Cape Breton. What you will do As the Connector Program Coordinator you will manage, promote, and execute the goals of the Cape Breton Connector Program. Your core responsibilities will include: Drive Skilled Trades Placements: Cultivate relationships with high schools and businesses to facilitate the transition of youth into skilled trades. This includes recruiting businesses in high‑demand sectors (Construction, Manufacturing, etc.) to offer apprenticeships and facilitating the placement of graduates/youth. Manage Professional Connections: Oversee the referral process to match newcomers, international students, and local graduates with appropriate professional Connectors to help them grow their networks. Provide Career Support: Offer one‑on‑one career coaching and develop/host employment readiness workshops (WHMIS, safety training, etc.) to enhance participant skills across both programs. Promote and Engage: Actively promote the GiSTC program through presentations, job fairs, and a strategic marketing/social media strategy. Ensure Inclusivity: Actively collaborate with equity‑deserving community organizations to attract underrepresented groups into the trades. Maintain Program Quality: Ensure all inquiries are handled promptly and professionally and maintain relationships with a national network for best practices. What you’ll bring Education: Post‑secondary level education from a recognized academic institution, preferably in Business Administration, Human Services, Human Resources, Recruitment, or a related field, or a suitable combination of education and experience. Experience: Experience in career community business development or a related field. Knowledge Base: Knowledge of recruiting and onboarding techniques and the local labor market with a focus on skilled trades and youth engagement. Asset: Knowledge of common barriers to employment faced by underrepresented groups (Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, African Nova Scotians, other visible minorities, women, newcomers, and international students). Key Skills: Strong time‑management, planning, networking and presentation skills; ability to make connections and build and maintain relationships; ability to provide coaching and feedback to support connectees in their search for meaningful employment; strong English communication skills (verbal/written). Asset: Skilled strategist and communications planner. Personal Attributes: Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal direction; proven interpersonal skills; must be tactful and able to exercise sound judgment and discretion when working or interacting with community leaders, diverse groups, and all levels of government; attention to detail. Technical Proficiency: Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); MS Teams; Zoom; and other similar tools. Asset: Familiarity with CRM tools and with the skilled trades industry and apprenticeship programs. Working Conditions Monday‑Friday in an office environment; travelling to and from meeting locations convenient for clients; option to work from home up to 2 days per week provided a strong and reliable internet connection. Frequent sitting or standing while using a computer is required. Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle is required. Flexibility in working hours is required as some work will happen outside of regular hours. Frequent travel throughout the island may be required to fulfil the duties of this role. Work location is flexible; the Cape Breton Partnership is an island‑wide organization with offices in Sydney, Baddeck, Port Hood, Port Hawkesbury, and Arichat. How to Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your qualifications and relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Note: This position is being posted both internally and externally. First consideration will be given to internal applicants who meet the qualifications. The Cape Breton Partnership is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process please do not hesitate to contact Leah Shanks at [email protected] or to discuss your needs. We are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable experience for everyone. About the Cape Breton Partnership The Cape Breton Partnership is an unincorporated Cape Breton private‑sector‑led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our island as a great place to live, work, and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed. The Cape Breton Partnership runs a number of programs and initiatives island‑wide and administers the Cape Breton Regional Enterprise Network (CB REN) and the Cape Breton Regional Municipality Regional Enterprise Network (CBRM REN). With approximately 25 staff located across Cape Breton the Cape Breton Partnership works with all levels of government and private and non‑profit groups to help foster inclusive economic growth on the Island. #J-18808-Ljbffr