Job Description

Community Outreach(Windsor Park, Halifax and 12 Wing Shearwater Sites)

Job Posting

The H&R MFRC is a non-profit organization that strengthens the well-being of all those who share the unique experience of military life. The Community Outreach will bring awareness and enhance visibility of the H&R MFRC to communities from Halifax to Cape Breton. You will travel within our geographical region to connect with both civilian and military agencies to strengthen and establish community partnerships. You will connect directly with military families to assess how MFRC services and supports are offered in outlying communities.

This position balances outreach and administrative responsibilities, requiring organizational skills, personal initiative and public engagement abilities. As a front-facing position, it requires positivity and people skills to act as an ambassador for the H&R MFRC.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:

Organized, with a high attention to administrative detail, documentation, and energy management.

Self-directed and able to work independently to achieve outcomes.

Excellent customer service, people and communication skills.

High degree of comfort and experience with public speaking, networking and initiating engagement with new or existing community partners. Strong collaboration, teamwork and relationship-building skills.
Ability to problem solve and resolve conflicts to satisfactory results.

Adaptable and comfortable in unfamiliar environments. Understanding or experience of military family resource centres or military life. Can meet physical demands for event/activity set up or long periods of standing. Willing to work evenings and weekends

Qualifications

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience. Proficiency in English is required; French is an asset. (Preference may be given to bilingual candidates) Proficient in Microsoft 365, basic data entry (emphasis on MS TEAMS and Outlook). Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of the military lifestyle. A valid Nova Scotia Driver's License is required.

Job Type:

Fixed Term / Full-Time (August 2025 - March 2026)

Start Date:

August 2025

Starting Salary:

$50,000

Some additional benefits include:

Paid vacation and sick time, employer-paid health benefits, and professional development allowance.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 months

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-25
Expected start date: 2025-08-01