Youth Outreach Coordinator

**Location: Halifax, NS**
**Job Title: Youth Outreach Coordinator (Full Time)**
**Start Date: Immediately**

**Position Summary**
Are you an energetic self-starter looking to take on a new challenge? Do you enjoy meeting new people and working with youth? Do you love taking an idea and making it a reality? Then this opportunity may be perfect for you

The Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC) has an immediate opening for a friendly organized “do-er” with superior communication and organizational skills. Working under the direction of the Executive Director, the Youth Outreach Coordinator (YOC) will be responsible for delivering the
Mobile Construction Experience (MCE), a youth and community engagement program aimed at providing an interactive career awareness experience for rural Nova Scotia. The MCE is a mobile and modified version of the Council’s Trades Exhibition Hall.

**Main Duties & Responsibilities**

As the Youth Outreach Coordinator, you will be responsible for:
Planning/Implementation
- Coordinating the delivery of the MCE program (focused on Grade 7 & 8 students and the larger community) to learn about construction occupations through hands-on immersive activities and educational displays
- Building relationships with educators across the province to learn how the program can be integrated into current curriculum outcomes
- Researching, sourcing and acquiring materials and equipment for the delivery of the program
- Researching and developing relevant program communications including necessary forms, letters, reports, safety plans, etc.
- Assisting with the completion of funding and claim documents associated with the delivery of the program
- Coordinating industry professionals and others to participate in the program events
- Managing all aspects of the events including coordinating facilities, staffing displays, tours, transportation of displays, travel, etc.
- Supervising the events to ensure program outcomes are met
- Developing expanded programming in response to real-time demands

Education/Engagement
- Defining clear learning outcomes for students who participate in the events and developing or sourcing the necessary resources to reach those outcomes
- Developing a sponsorship strategy that involves partnering with industry organizations, suppliers and others to maximize resources and funding opportunities
- Coordinating any necessary training or orientation activities for event participants, both students and industry professionals
- Surveying participants and analyzing the results in order to develop statistics on the effectiveness and quality of the program

Communications
- Weekly logging of project activities to meet reporting requirements
- Leveraging social media platforms to promote and highlight program events
- Preparing regular reports on the delivery of the program
- Serving as a representative of the NSCSC at events as required to promote program opportunities
- Attending meetings as required to report on the progress and delivery of activities

Other
- Serve as back-up for and support the Trades Exhibition Hall Coordinator in youth/career promotion activities, such as career fairs, school visits and presentations
- Other duties that may be required for the efficient delivery of Council services and initiatives
- Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal)
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on listening, leadership, mediation and customer service
- Ability to develop strong industry relationships
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced results-oriented environment
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in project requirements, scheduling, and deliverables
- Proactive - takes initiative and possesses excellent research and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Aptitude and interest in various technologies considered an asset
- Knowledge of social media platforms in a business context
- Able to obtain a clear criminal record check
- Valid driver’s license and own transportation
- Individual must be able to meet physical demands as required, including (but not limited to): lifting/pushing/pulling of approximately 50 lbs, bending, standing for extended periods, and walking for extended periods

When applying, please highlight: any related education and/or experience in a similar position; any experience with the education system; any trades-related knowledge/experience as these areas would

be considered an asset. Please also identify additional skills and experiences that relate to the primary responsibilities of the position (for example, training development, projects, video creation and editing, etc.).

**Work Environment**
Fast-paced, small office environment; event venues outside Halifax will vary; will include physical setup, outdoor activities and period