Competition # : 44786
Department: Community Services
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 31-Dec-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Designation Status

This opportunity is designated to applicants who identify as Indigenous, African/Black Nova Scotian and other Racialized Persons, and Persons with a Disability.

See the Nova Scotia Government's Employment Equity Policy for more information, including additional details on the designated groups.

About Us

The Status of Women Office works collaboratively with government departments, agencies, academia, community groups, and women-serving organizations. It is responsible for operational and administrative support to transition houses, women's centers, the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association, and Alice House.

The Status of Women office leads Standing Together, Nova Scotia's coordinated approach to prevent domestic violence, and the implementation of the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence. Our vision is gender equality, and our current priorities include ensuring safety from gender-based violence, enhancing women's economic security, and promoting women's leadership.

About Our Opportunity

As the Program Manager with Status of Women, you will play a crucial role in shaping and administering core programs that support women across the province. Working within our Programs & Outreach Team, your expertise will ensure the successful coordination and management of services that have a meaningful impact on the lives of women, particularly through vital partnerships with 20 Transition Houses, Women's Centers, and various organizations leading gender-based violence initiatives.

You will support frontline organizations, ensuring they deliver essential services while aligning with the provincial response to major inquiries such as the Mass Casualty Commission, Desmond Fatality Inquiry, and the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

In this role, you will oversee program design, administration, and evaluation, helping to shape future strategies and policies in response to the evolving needs of the women-serving sector. You will also support the delivery of Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) training to government partners and provide expert guidance to provincial and national organizations. Through your leadership, you will ensure that critical programs and outreach initiatives continue to evolve and deliver lasting impact throughout the province.

Primary Accountabilities

As the Program Manager, you will manage and deliver outcomes for key programs that support women-serving organizations across the province. This is a highly external-facing role, where you will regularly meet with participants to assess their needs, ensure program alignment, and provide ongoing support to organizations. You will attend community events, proactively seeking opportunities to build new relationships, and strengthening collaborations with partners.

In addition to overseeing program administration, grants, and assistance programs, you will help develop annual training and engagement plans for the team, ensuring they stay current with the latest gender research and remain connected with diverse communities. You will also contribute to designing and evaluating programs that guide future policy directions, providing strategic recommendations and business analysis to municipal, provincial, and federal partners. Additional responsibilities will include managing budgets, resources, and relationships with clients and service providers, while continuously monitoring program progress and ensuring the team remains engaged and aligned with organizational goals.

Qualifications and Experience

You must demonstrate strong leadership and relationship-building skills, along with a high level of understanding of gender and equity issues. You should be comfortable speaking in public, delivering presentations, and facilitating training sessions. Experience in teaching or adult education (certification is an asset) is highly beneficial, as you will be responsible for developing and delivering training programs.

Key qualities of yours include:

• Proven experience in building authentic relationships and working collaboratively with communities, particularly those disproportionately experiencing gender-based violence.
• Strong knowledge of Mi'kmaw and African Nova Scotian communities, with the ability to work respectfully and effectively within these and other underserved groups.
• High proficiency in writing reports, briefing notes, and supporting organizations in completing forms and funding applications.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint for presentations
• Experience in program administration, including monitoring, evaluating, and providing strategic recommendations on programs and policies.

Though not required, highly desirable assets include:

• Background in Social Work, social sciences, or experience working with non-profits and community organizations.
• Experience in community engagement and outreach, especially within marginalized and underserved groups.
• A deep understanding of gender, intersectionality, and the social and systemic challenges faced by vulnerable populations.

Equivalency

We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application

Salary Information

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviors and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains include Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions, and Systems Transformation.

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We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Benefits

Based on the employment status, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time position based onsite in Halifax, with a standard 35-hour work week (7 hours per day). While the regular schedule follows typical business hours, occasional overtime may be required to meet deadlines or attend community events.

The role involves regular travel across the province, so a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation are necessary. You can expect to be out of the office at least once a week, visiting partner organizations, attending meetings, and engaging with communities to support program delivery. Travel is a key component of this role as it requires building relationships and maintaining a presence in diverse locations throughout Nova Scotia.

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths

Pay Grade: EC 11
Salary Range: $3,351.92 - $4,189.95 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].