Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent full-time position of Coordinator, Indigenous Community Outreach and Research in The Office of Diversity and Inclusion in the Chief Administrative Office.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. This position will be designated with the intent to hire an individual from those who self-identify as Indigenous/Aboriginal People. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Reporting to the Advisor, Indigenous Services, the Coordinator, Indigenous Community Outreach and Research provides expertise to all HRM business units in the development, implementation and support of community engagement initiatives with the Urban Indigenous Community and the Mi’kmaw First Nation. The position will promote innovative community engagement programs by working with business units to identify opportunities for improved participation and outreach strategies in Urban Indigenous community and Mi’kmaw First Nation. The position is the lead in community outreach and collaboration efforts of the Indigenous Services section of the Office of Diversity & Inclusion/ANSAIO. In addition to providing expertise in community outreach, the advisor will also lead ongoing analytical and research initiatives to support the development of Indigenous Strategy & implementation of both the Indigenous Service strategies, Cornwallis Taskforce and Office of Diversity and Inclusion framework and strategies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a current knowledge of the diversity and inclusion environment in Halifax with an emphasis on the Urban Indigenous Community.
• Maintain a current knowledge of the Mi’kmaw First Nations in particular (Acadia, Millbrook & Sipekne’katik First Nations) and associated organizations (e.g. KMKNO Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative, Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre, Nova Scotia Native Women’s Association, Assembly of First Nations NS, The Assembly of NS Mi’kmaw Chiefs, MK Mi’kmaq Education Authority, Mi’kmaq Employment & Training Secretariat).
• Support innovative community engagement programs and techniques in Urban Indigenous community and Mi’kmaw First Nations.
• Supports the Indigenous Advisor to assist business units to identify opportunities for improved participation and outreach strategies in Urban Indigenous Community and Mi’kmaw First Nations.
• Support the development and delivery of inclusive public consultation, participation and engagement processes in Urban Indigenous Community and Mi’kmaw First Nations.
• Supports the Indigenous Advisor to assist HRM Business Units in addressing the recommendations that were approved in the Cornwallis Taskforce report.
• Under the guidance of the Indigenous Advisor, support partnerships with community leaders, public/private agencies/non-profit organizations and other levels of government to support Indigenous services in HRM.
• Provide support in the development and implementation of a municipal Indigenous Strategies.
• Under the direction of the Indigenous Advisor, conduct jurisdictional scan on key issues and trends pertaining to Urban Indigenous Community, and Mi’kmaw First Nations, and diverse communities at large.
• Provide assistance with the roll out of Indigenous Training modules for HRM municipal staff.
• Promote and encourage employment opportunities to members of Indigenous lineage & among the Mi’kmaw First Nations people within HRM and the community.
• Contribute to the promotion, implementation and ongoing review of an organization-wide Diversity and Inclusion framework.
• Assist in the production of a range of deliverables including reports, presentations and workshops.
• Clearly understand the municipality’s role with respect to diversity and inclusion, distinguish between HRM responsibilities relative to its internal operations, processes and priorities and those of partners, other levels of government and the private sector

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate Degree (preferably in Mi’kmaq Studies, behavioral sciences, human resources management, social sciences, education, communication, human relations, education, or other relevant discipline) with a minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience working with Urban Indigenous Community, preferably the Mi’kmaw First Nation
• Knowledge and understanding of Urban Indigenous Community social, educational and municipal issues, resources, and community with an emphasis on the Mi’kmaw First Nation
• Understanding of the cultural diversity among Urban Indigenous Community and Mi’kmaw First Nation people in Canada and within the Halifax Regional Municipality
• Knowledge of Indigenous protocols, language and culturally appropriate ways of working with local Urban Indigenous Community and Mi’kmaw First Nation
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communications skills, research and problem-solving ability and teamwork
• Facilitation training an asset
• Experience in the field of equity, inclusion and diversity
• Experienced and knowledgeable in the design and delivery of culturally relevant programming and community engagement strategies
• Experience in developing constructive working relationships with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, including those associated with race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and/or other aspects of human diversity

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to provide recommendations on issues related to diversity and inclusion development, in particular, issues impacting the Urban Indigenous Community and Mi’kmaw First Nation
• Experience and skill in conducting research and developing quality research report
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to facilitate effective planning processes, actions results-based plans, maximize use of available resources, use innovation to access new resources, monitors results and adjusts accordingly
• Exercise tact, diplomacy, respect and good judgment in building relations, alliances and actions strategies with others to implement the Diversity and Inclusion Framework and to carry out HRM priorities
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment with all levels of management/staff and multitask
• Experience working in a diverse and decentralized organization, ideally in the public sector is considered an asset
• Experience in dealing with significant organizational change

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion

COMPETENCIES: Valuing Diversity, Communication, Customer Service, Visioning, Strategic Thinking & Innovation, Networking/Relationship Building, Organizational Awareness, Teamwork & Cooperation

WORK STATUS: Permanent, Full-Time

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week. Flex options to work outside of these hours and hybrid may be available.

SALARY: Non-Union, Level 5, $66,170 - $85,630. Salary will be determined based on relevant experience and qualifications related to the specified pay band and job. Placement above the midpoint of the pay band is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the minimum qualifications, such as those with exceptional experience, specialized skills, or demonstrated achievements relevant to the role. This ensures fair and consistent compensation practices across the organization.

WORK LOCATION: Purdy's Landing Suite 301A, 1949 Upper Water St., Halifax

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Sunday, October 5, 2025.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the recruiter when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

(position # 78628771)