Job Description

Competition # : 42449Department: African Nova Scotian AffairsLocation: TRUROType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b30-Apr-24 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)Designation StatusThis opportunity is designated to applicants who identify as African/Black Nova Scotians or Other Racially Visible Persons. You must self-identify during the application process.See the Nova Scotia Government\xe2\x80\x99s Employment Equity Policy for more information, including additional details on the designated groupsAdditional InformationPlease join us for a virtual information session on our Program Admin Officer 3 position with African Nova Scotian Affairs. During this session you will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the department, role, and application process. This session will be held on April 24, 2024 at 12:00 pm, AST and hosted by the Executive Director of African Nova Scotian Affairs.You may join here:
Microsoft Teams meeting - Join on your computer, mobile app or room deviceClick here:Please note: your name will be displayed to all those who register for this session.About UsAfrican Nova Scotian Affairs (ANSA) is a vital link that connects government and the African Nova Scotian community. ANSA promotes understanding of African Nova Scotian issues; draws attention to the priorities that matter to communities; and supports concerns that need be addressed. These efforts are essential to help government better serve African Nova Scotians.About Our OpportunityThe Program Administration Officer 3, facilitates and develops networks of community groups, provides educational and community development tools and monitors the community environment. Provides adequate services that will result in opportunities for self-reliance and increase the positive and social development of the community. Is responsible for the administration and promotion of various government and African Nova Scotian Affairs sponsored programs and the administration of the African Nova Scotian Affairs (ANSA) grant program.Primary AccountabilitiesIn this position, you will be responsible for building relationships that will promote and support community and government initiatives. This will include providing support, direction, planning tools and advice to community groups. You will work directly with community groups to facilitate workshops; lead information sharing sessions and deliver presentations to build community capacity. In addition, you will promote opportunities for members of the community and community groups by providing information and advice regarding relevant government programs and services. You will also be responsible for the administration and promotion of the African Noa Scotian Affairs Grants and Contributions program. You will represent African Nova Scotian Affairs, by working to develop and enhance strategic partnerships and alliances among community stakeholders, while encouraging communities to work together.Other responsibilities include assisting with the department\xe2\x80\x99s strategic planning process, by designing, developing, modifying, and/or implementing programs, and by providing advice, analysis and interpretation. Furthermore, you will support and promote access to government programs and services by responding to requests for information, by maintaining current knowledge of the available resources, by providing navigational support for grant writers, and by conducting environmental scans of the communities to identify emerging local issues. Lastly, you will monitor programs and community issues by researching, analyzing, investigating (independently and/or with community) to develop resolution of issues.Qualifications and ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will have a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Arts, Public Administration, Business or other relevant post-secondary field of study. In addition, you possess 5 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. You have direct experience working with and awareness of issues affecting the Nova Scotian African Community. In addition, you have experience administering programs, conducting research, and engaging with various stakeholders to assist with the implementation of programs, projects or services. The following skills are also critical:

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills:
• strong partnering and relationship-building skills;
• strong research, analytical skills (able to take complex or high volume of date and transfer into lay terms)
• excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills;
• tact, diplomacy and sound judgment;
• intercultural and diversity proficiency\xe2\x80\x99
• strong report-writing skills;
• adaptability and flexibility;
• takes initiative;
• able to work independently and as part of a team;
• competency and experience in an automated, computerized environment; and
• the ability to work and communicate with sensitivity and confidentiality.

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.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.Working ConditionsThis is a \'regional\' position with travel responsibility between Hants, Colchester & Cumberland Counties

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
• May be required to work overtime on occasion

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
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: PR 13Salary Range: $2,543.38 - $3,091.70 Bi-WeeklyEmployment 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.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. 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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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