Job Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Title

: Community Physical Activity Support Coordinator

Classification:

Part Time, 1-year contract

Hours:

20 hrs/week, Monday-Friday (with occasional weekend hours)

Start Date

: ASAP

Deadline:

October 29, 2025 (12 pm/Noon)

Location:

Halifax, with some remote work optional after 3 months

YWCA Halifax is a progressive, multi-service, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls, two-spirited and gender diverse people and their families at critical turning points in their lives. We work to transform lives by providing a continuum of services and programs that drive lasting positive change. We strive to change the underlying issues that are root causes of inequality, violence, poverty, and homelessness. Our four program focus areas include: promoting the health, wellness, and leadership of women and girls; advancing women's economic and housing security; delivering quality, accessible, early learning, and childcare; and working to end violence against women, girls and gender diverse individuals.

Why work for the YWCA

Staff at YWCA Halifax enjoy a supportive and dynamic team environment, a commitment to staff growth, a connection to the national and international YWCA movements, learning from colleagues in a multiservice agency, and a strong shared vision.

Why YOU should apply

Even if you don't have all the requirements listed in this position, you may be the right candidate. If you are a natural leader with a strong attention to detail and a passion for social justice and gender equity, we want to hear from you. Take a chance and apply. Tell us how you can make a difference through your YWCA.

Program Overview

YWCA Halifax's LEAD (Leadership, Equity, Activity, Diversity) program focuses on supporting the inclusion of diverse Nova Scotians in sport and recreation. The work of LEAD aims to ensure women, girls and gender diverse people have a voice, opportunity, and supports to engage in sport and recreation across NS. We are looking for someone with interest in wellness, physical activity, and inclusion to join our team!

Role of the Community Physical Activity Support Coordinator

Design and deliver program models for increasing physical activity across diverse communities. Collaborate with Community Partners to increase accessibility and pathways to physical activity Knowledge mobilization of emerging of innovative approaches to physical activity Work collaboratively with other LEAD Team members to complete tasks and ensure the success of the program. Facilitate workshops, classes or sessions as needed. Participate in networking and community engagement activities including meetings, committees, trainings and conferences. Supporting community partners, groups or individuals as they foster, build or develop women and girl led physical activity opportunities. Collaborating with other organizations, programs and events to provide as much information and resources as possible for participants.

Qualifications and Requirements

College diploma or undergraduate degree in Education, Recreation, Community Development or other relevant areas of studies. Experience working in sport or recreation settings. Experience working on policy or systems change work. Experience facilitating workshops, including online facilitation, classes or programs. Experience in community partnerships and collaboration. Effective interpersonal skills and computer literacy. Ability to work both Independently and as part of a team. Flexible, adaptable, and able to work with your team as needed.
YWCA Halifax is committed to diversity, and we welcome all suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. YWCA Halifax is governed by, employs, and serves diverse individuals and community members. Self-identification by applicants does not guarantee an interview, but we want you to know that we understand lived experience of racialization, indigeneity, (dis)Ability, and gender diversity are their own knowledge and expertise. We value this expertise and consider it as we discern who to interview.

If interested, please send your

cover letter and resume

in one document to Human Resources at YWCA Halifax at humanresources@ywcahalifax.com with the subject line: Community Physical Activity Support Coordinator Position by October 29, 2025 at Noon (12 pm).

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Expected hours: 20 per week

Application question(s):

Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Work Location: In person