Job Description

Key elements of this role include::
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Engagement Location: 1223 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia Closing Date: February 25th, 2025

••• Applications for this position must include a cover letter, resume, and academic transcript (unofficial is acceptable). •••



At Nova Scotia Power, our greatest strength comes from our people. With a strong focus on safety and community, we're committed to providing exceptional service to our customers while fostering rewarding jobs for our employees. We are currently looking for a solution-oriented, enthusiastic Community Engagement Co-op Student to join our team and support our community relations efforts.

What you'll do:
We'll treat you as one of our own and your key areas of responsibility will include : • Event Logistics and Administrative Support:
• Support the logistical planning for community events, including booking venues, coordinating catering, preparing materials, and managing registrations.
• Assist in handling correspondence related to community events and engagement activities.
• Help manage the intake and approval process for community investment requests.
• Provide administrative support for the company's community investment programs, ensuring timely processing and communications.
• Assist in tracking the progress of community investment initiatives and report updates to the team.
• Event Management Support :
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of community engagement events, including public consultations, stakeholder meetings, and community outreach activities.
• Help ensure all event logistics are handled efficiently, including scheduling, communication with stakeholders, and preparing event materials.
• Provide on-the-ground support during events to ensure they run smoothly.
• Tracking and Reporting :
• Help track stakeholder engagement activities and community event participation.
• Update and maintain engagement tracking dashboards to monitor progress and outcomes.
• Assist in compiling event feedback and engagement metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Support :
• Assist in creating engagement materials such as presentations, reports, and newsletters for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the team in tracking stakeholder interactions and ensuring effective follow-up.
• Contribute to the development and execution of engagement strategies and communication plans for key initiatives.
• Safety Compliance :
• Assume responsibility for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations.
Who you are: • Currently working toward a degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in event planning, or an interest in pursuing event management as a career.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram) is an asset.
• A keen interest in community engagement and public relations.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to track and report on various initiatives.
• Familiarity with project management or event planning tools (e.g., Asana, Eventbrite) is an asset.
What we offer:


Facing the beautiful waterfront, you can find us located at 1223 Lower Water Street. We believe in caring for our employees and are proud to offer our students:

• Perks in the office; Free Coffee & Specialty Teas, Sparkling Water Machine, FREE Access to our onsite Gym, Rooftop Patio and Private Meeting rooms and Collaboration Spaces.
• Networking and Growth; A Network of many other current & former co-op students & Social Committee offer students a way to connect with their peers with biweekly events like Keynote Speaker Series, Coffee Chats, Volunteer Opportunities and more.
• A Comprehensive and Fun Onboarding Program including facilitated group orientation sessions for all students joining us each term, and a handy Student Handbook and Technology Guide to set you up for success from day one!


Click here to learn what some of our current & former students have to say about their experience with us!

Learn more about our culture & values:
At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help Emera to safely deliver cleaner, reliable energy to our customers and we'll help you become a •leader of tomorrow!• If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Sound like the right opportunity for you? Here's How You Apply:
Apply by February 25th, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you by:• Clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button in this job posting.
• Attaching your resume, cover letter •or• motivation, and your transcript as one single file.


If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Campus.Recruitment@nspower.ca
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.
Recruitment & Promotion Policy:

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.