Industry Community Engagement Coordinator

**Position Summary**

Are you an exceptional communicator? Do you thrive on networking and bringing people together? Are you community-minded? Can you listen to and empathize with different groups to find common ground while understanding business/project needs? If so, this position may be ideal for you. The Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC) has an immediate opening for an organized, knowledgeable Industry Community Engagement

Coordinator, with excellent interpersonal skills, to take on this dynamic role. Reporting to the Regional Director / Industry Community Engagement Coordinator in Cape Breton, this Coordinator is responsible for facilitating partnerships that support the major infrastructure projects, and the industry in general, for the Mainland Nova Scotia region.

**Main Duties & Responsibilities**

The Coordinator will:

- Serve as a connection point (liaison) for contractors and unions in the Mainland Nova Scotia construction industry;
- Work with communities to identify challenges and barriers to participation in trades and management-related training;
- Work with communities and industry to develop solutions to the challenges and barriers identified;
- Identify areas of priority for training and support using available labour market information and discussions with industry representatives;
- Facilitate, in partnership with the Department of Labour and Advanced Education and the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, prior learning assessments for individuals possessing previous experience in Red Seal and non Red Seal trades;
- Develop an understanding of the government and community supports available to under-represented groups in the region and communicate these resources to community members and organizations;
- Work with contractors and unions in the region to increase participation and support for apprenticeship; Industry Community Engagement Coordinator NSCSC
- Promote, encourage and assist in the implementation of ‘welcoming workplaces’ strategies;
- Provide information on career options to those interested in learning more about skilled trades; and
- Work with community partners to identify and coordinate training opportunities for those interested in beginning or continuing a career in the skilled trades and/or construction-related occupations.

The Industry Community Engagement Coordinator, as an employee of the NSCSC, will also be required to engage and provide regular reports to industry partners (contractors and labour organizations) and the following provincial government departments:

- Labour and Advanced Education
- Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency and approved training providers
- Nova Scotia Lands Inc.
- Infrastructure and Housing
- Procurement
- Business

Other:

- Related duties as required to support upcoming and ongoing NSCSC projects and initiatives
- Applicable education and/or professional experience in a related field
- Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal)
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on listening, empathy, understanding perspectives, leadership, mediation and customer service
- Experience facilitating meetings and building relationships face-to-face, on the phone and virtually
- Experience with and/or knowledge of the construction industry is an asset
- Experience with and/or knowledge of public policy, public administration, and government operations is an asset
- Professional demeanour and the ability to interact courteously with partners, colleagues, industry representatives, government representatives, etc.
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in project requirements, scheduling, and deliverables; troubleshooting and evaluating alternate methods where necessary
- The ability to work independently and as part of a larger team
- Proficiency with MS Office 365, including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc. Industry Community Engagement Coordinator NSCSC

**Work Environment**

Primarily a small office environment located in Halifax, NS with travel throughout Nova Scotia related to meetings, projects, etc., as required.

**Hours of Work**

Full-time - typically 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Monday to Friday)

Overnight travel and some evening and weekend work may be required.

**Remuneration**

Based on experience and education

**To Apply**

Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

For additional information, please contact the NSCSC at 902-832-4761.

**About the Organization**

The Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC) is a not for profit organization established to communicate and consult with the Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) construction sector on matters relating to human resource planning, research and skills development

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 11 months

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person