About Us

The Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage (CCTH) supports communities across the province to be welcoming, inclusive and accessible, providing a great quality of life for Nova Scotians.  We value the collective diversity of our heritage and our people and believe in the transformative nature of culture to help create healthy, active, growing communities.

For more information visit: Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage 

About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Regional Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting operations and logistics for programs, projects and events of the Regional Offices and the Division.  The Regional Program Coordinator is also responsible for key components of the grant management system, file management, regional office operating budget, inventory, and forecasting. The Coordinator will generate reports and conduct research that will inform the work of the Regional Manager and team, Division and Department.  The Coordinator is a primary point of contact for program specific inquiries and serves as back up to the Regional Manager and other program staff.  The Coordinator will also carry out OHS inspections, and the administrative tasks and general organization of the Regional Office and as requested by Supervisor for the Division and Department. 

Qualifications and Experience

Successful completion of a one (1) year business/financial administration program and three (3) years of comparable experience.  An acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience within a client-oriented environment
• Have proficiency and high level of accuracy in data entry
• Sound knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing
• Experience using SAP financial systems or similar. Experience using the SAP Grants Management System would be considered an asset
• The ability to meet stringent deadlines
• Demonstrated flexibility in responding to unforeseen work demands by re-prioritizing and adjusting work plans
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work positively, effectively and solution-focused with a diverse range of stakeholders
• An ability to communicate with tact and discretion in a clear, concise manner
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Results-oriented with a high level of initiative and motivation
• You have strong multi-tasking and organizational skills and a keen eye for detail. 

Equivalency

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.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 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: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

The office location (either Antigonish or Truro) will depend on the location of the successful candidate and departmental approvals.

Additional Information

This is a temp employment opportunity with an end date six (6) months from the start date. The appointment status term 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.