Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Program: Targeted Programming
Position Status: Full Time, Contract until March 2028
Compensation: $45,577
There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.
Every charity exists to help solve problems. Our charity exists to help solve many: childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health challenges, limited access to wellness supports, and more.
Today, our network spans more than 100 program locations across HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs in our communities. We provide mental health supports, accessible childcare, support for an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, assistance navigating a precarious labor market, wellness programming for all ages, and opportunities for isolated older adults to build community.
We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe spaces to discover their inner strength. When individuals know someone is in their corner offering unconditional support, they realize they can achieve more than they ever thought possible. Your support, expertise, and guidance help people ignite their full potential and shape our neighborhoods into vibrant, healthy communities.
With us at their side, they can Shine On.
Total Compensation Includes:
- Complimentary YMCA membership to our health and fitness facilities
- Access to Y at Home, offering virtual fitness programs
- Three (3) weeks of vacation entitlement plus paid wellness days
- Comprehensive benefits package and pension plan
- Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and collaborative professional to join our team. This position will lead national initiatives designed to strengthen the settlement sector's capacity to effectively respond to gender-based violence (GBV) experienced by newcomers and support the ongoing work of the National GBV Strategy for Agencies Serving Immigrants.
Working closely with settlement organizations, anti-violence partners, and sector stakeholders across Canada, this position will support the expansion of a national GBV Champion Network, facilitate sector-wide learning opportunities including our Champion Network, Webinars and oversee the delivery and sustainability of the Bridges to Safety: Building the Capacity of the Settlement Sector to Respond to Gender-Based Violence online training program. Outside of supporting current activities will also be leading updates around the current model and course and finding more sustainable avenues for this work to continue its impact.
The successful candidate will contribute to strengthening coordinated, effective, and equitable settlement supports for newcomers, including equity-deserving groups and Francophone minority communities.
In this role, you will:
- Lead communication with partners, consultants, participants and stakeholders.
- Develop and share practical tools, resources, communications materials, and learning supports with network members.
- Design all presentation materials involved for the project including resources, slide decks for virtual and in person presentations, and professional communications.
- Lead and expand the National GBV Staff Champion Network including designing, outreaching and co-facilitating regular virtual meetings.
- Implement a train-the-trainer model that enables GBV Champions to independently deliver education and awareness activities within their organizations and communities.
- Facilitate and design peer-led knowledge exchange opportunities that promote collaboration and the sharing of best practices across the sector through virtual webinars and training sessions.
- Build and strengthen relationships with anti-violence organizations, settlement agencies, and other key stakeholders.
- Support the outreach, delivery and ongoing maintenance of the nationally accessible Bridges to Safety online training program in both French and English.
- Lead the sustainability of the Bridges to Safety Course with updates, editing and transitions to a fully self-directed and self-paced learning platform, including registration and course completion processes.
- Maintain detailed records, databases, evaluations, and project documentations and resources for reporting purposes.
- Other duties as required
Education and Skills Qualifications:
- Bilingualism written and verbal (English and French) is considered a strong asset as this is a bilingual project.
- Demonstrated knowledge of gender-based violence, trauma- and violence-informed approaches, and survivor-centered practices.
- Experience working in the settlement sector and/or the gender-based violence sector is considered a strong asset.
- Strong understanding of newcomer settlement and integration services in Canada.
- Experience developing and facilitating virtual training, workshops, or educational programming.
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Experience with public relations, communication and project profiling, and knowledge mobilization.
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Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders and partners.
- Knowledge of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-oppressive practice, and intersectionality.
- Excellent facilitation, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across sectors and geographic regions.
- Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.
- Ability to develop resource materials, guides, training tools, and knowledge-sharing content.
- Intermediate skills to advanced Microsoft Office skills in Canva, Microsoft Office and Zoom. (Wix is a strong asset)
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines.
- Post-secondary education in social work, adult education, gender studies, community development, sociology, public administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
We are seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and strategic relationship builder to join our team!
Closing Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Requirements for Successful Candidates:
- Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Register Check (all less than 6 months old, if 18+ years of age)
Background checks are reviewed on an individual basis. Any offences, if present, will be assessed in relation to the role and Child Safeguarding requirements and may not necessarily disqualify candidates from employment.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We believe diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our organization and enhance our ability to serve the community. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minority and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans.
If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
