Location: Halifax
Program: Targeted Programming
Position Status: Contract (August 2026 – February 28, 2027)
Compensation: $46,000 annually
There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.
Every charity exists to help solve a problem. Our charity exists to help solve many: childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health challenges, limited access to wellness supports, and more.
Today, our network spans more than 100 program locations across HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs in our communities. We provide mental health supports, accessible childcare, support for an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, assistance navigating a precarious labour market, wellness programming for all ages, and opportunities for isolated older adults to build community.
We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe spaces to discover their inner strength. When individuals know someone is in their corner offering unconditional support, they realize they can achieve more than they ever thought possible. Your support, expertise, and guidance help people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant, healthy communities.
With us at their side, they can Shine On.
Total Compensation Includes
- Complimentary YMCA membership to our health and fitness facilities
- Access to Y at Home, offering virtual fitness programs
- Three (3) weeks of vacation entitlement plus paid wellness days
- Comprehensive benefits package and pension plan
- Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic, highly organized, strategic rapport builder to join our team as a MAPP Coordinator. Working very closely with a partner organization, the position will focus on engaging key stakeholders and TFWs (Temporary Foreign Workers) in 3–5 different communities with objectives to:
- Increase migrant workers awareness and understanding of their rights and responsibilities through educational activities and information products.
- Foster inclusion and welcoming of migrant workers through social, cultural, and/or recreational events.
- Create new partnerships or leverage existing partnerships/networks to support migrant workers.
- Develop and implement coordinated approaches among community organizations, and/or build their capacity and knowledge to provide resources and services to migrant workers.
- Facilitate collaboration with stakeholders and engagement with migrant workers to ensure responsive and informed activities and create improved outcomes for migrant workers community connection.
In this Role, You Will
- Consult and coordinate the engagement of key stakeholders and contacts in meeting the MAPP project deliverables.
- Consult, guide and supervise the engagement of the MAPP project plan with partner organizations in developing all the project deliverables to ensure that the project meets and exceeds the set targets.
- Facilitate regular meetings of partners and stakeholders to stimulate collaborative communication and development of collaborative efforts among stakeholders and share educational materials that might benefit migrant workers for dissemination.
- Outreach and liaise with other Service Provider organizations in the region to develop partnerships, share and coordinate project objectives and promote MAPP project.
- Liaise with community partners to connect migrant workers to locally available resources and services.
- Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports.
- Work closely with the project partners to ensure coordinated progress on all project components.
Education and Skills Qualifications
- Proficiency in Spanish is considered an essential qualification for this role.
- Knowledge in community development or non-profit management and/or equivalent experience.
- Excellent organizational and proven record of project management skills.
- Good understanding of diversity issues and experience of working in cross cultural settings.
- Ability to work effectively with representatives of the public and private sectors.
- Proven track record of working with multiple stakeholders to catalyze collaboration.
- Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and public speaking skills.
- Strong attention to detail and effective time management skills.
- Knowledge and experience in working in/with the Settlement Sector, especially with migrant workers, an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to develop resource documents.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Publisher, etc.).
- Familiarity and experience with various online tools and platforms.
- Experience facilitating large and small groups.
- High level of initiative is needed to work independently and respond to unanticipated items.
- Schedule flexibility to accommodate variations outside of regular business hours, as needed.
- Valid Nova Scotia driver's license, reliable vehicle and ability to travel.
We are seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and strategic relationship builder to join our team as a MAPP Coordinator.
Closing Date
July 31, 2026
Requirements for Successful Candidates
- Criminal Record Check
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child Abuse Register Check
(All checks must be less than six (6) months old, if 18+ years of age.)
Background checks are reviewed on an individual basis. Any offences, if present, will be assessed in relation to the role and Child Safeguarding requirements and may not necessarily disqualify candidates from employment.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We believe diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our organization and enhance our ability to serve the community. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minority and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans.
If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
