Job Description

Competition # : 44867Department: Opportunities and Social DevelopmentLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: TermUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 10-Jan-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsAt the , we are a large and diverse team that leads a broad portfolio of programs and services including Child and Family Wellbeing (CFW), Employment Support Services and Income Assistance (ESIA), Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and the Disability Support Program (DSP).Through our services, we advocate and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent, self-reliant, and secure. We work collaboratively across the province with a strong, dedicated network of staff and partners.About Our OpportunityWe're recruiting a Research and Statistical Officer 1A-B (Project Coordinator, Innovation), to join the Innovation Team. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is focused on driving impactful change within DOSD. The Innovation Team leads a variety of projects aimed at improving service delivery and operational efficiency, and this position offers the opportunity to contribute to initiatives that have a meaningful impact on the lives of Nova Scotians.The Innovation Team supports several portfolios, all with significant process, system and people change. As part of this team, you will use your organization and financial management expertise to support various projects and overall Branch operations. In this role, you will collaborate with internal and external partners, actively participate in your assigned projects, and work to improve business processes and systems within the Innovation Team. This position reports to the Manager, Innovation, and works closely under the direction of various Project Directors, Project Managers, and Business Analyst colleagues.Primary Accountabilities

• Assist with project management by helping create presentations and reports; track vendor contracts, budgets and expenditures; maintain project plans; communicate with internal partners; and keep project records.
• Assist with portfolio management by helping gather project updates and manage project data for executive dashboards and reports.
• Provide coordination support for the Branch, including scheduling meetings, managing client/partner and staff lists, drafting agendas, taking notes, managing tasks, processing and tracking invoices, and attending team and project meetings.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain and enhance project templates, processes, and guidelines, by using digital tools and streamlining processes.
• Lead records management by ensuring all final deliverables and important documents are properly filed with the Central Registry.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and ExperienceWe are seeking a highly organized and collaborative individual with a passion for teamwork and a commitment to the successful delivery of both departmental and government priorities.As our next team member, you will have:

• A bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or other related field, plus at least 2 years of related experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint), and SharePoint including experience creating financial tracking spreadsheets, managing

Related experience could include:

• Project coordination or administrative support for a public sector organization.
• Handling financial management tasks, including processing invoices and supporting financial management-related activities.
• Developing reports, presentations, dashboards, and strategic communication materials.
• Coordinating engagement event logistics, including managing client/partner lists, drafting agendas, taking notes, coordinating catering/supplies, etc.
• Working in environments involving vendor/contract management and supporting large-scale projects.
• Records management, including organizing and maintaining project documentation and templates.
• Experience interacting and communicating with various internal and external partners.

The following will be considered assets:

• Experience in Project Coordination, especially in the public sector organizations.
• Familiarity with the Department of Opportunities and Social Development programs and services.
• Experience with financial management, data analysis, and reporting.

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.EquivalencyWe recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Equivalencies include but are not limited to:

• a related bachelorxe2x80x99s and masterxe2x80x99s degree
• Completion of a 2-year college diploma program and four (4) years of related experience
• Six (6) years of total related experience

Applicants 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 a , 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: .Working ConditionsThis role is based in a comfortable office environment, and you may be working at your computer for extended periods of time. You may be required to travel to worksite locations.Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.Additional InformationThis is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of December 18th, 2025. The appointment status (xe2x80x98termxe2x80x99, xe2x80x98temporaryxe2x80x99 or xe2x80x98casualxe2x80x99) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.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 04 - PR 07Salary Range: $1,773.75 - $2,458.24 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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