Communications and Digital Coordinator

Hawthorne Recruitment; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government office in Halifax is seeking a Communications & Digital Coordinator to manage digital content, support public engagement, and ensure effective communication strategies. The ideal candidate will have a background in communications, creativity, and proficiency in social media and design software. This temporary full-time position offers a salary between $60,000 and $75,000 annually and includes hybrid work options.

Benefits

HRM's benefit plans

Pension plans

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in digital communications or public-facing content role.
• Experience within government, non-profit, or political environments.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage content for the Mayor’s Office digital platforms.
• Design graphics and multimedia for digital storytelling.
• Track analytics and prepare monthly performance reports.

Skills

Social media proficiency

Graphic design skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Communications, Digital Media, Public Relations

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Communications & Digital Coordinator

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the temporary full-time (up to 3 years with the

possibility of extension) position of Communications & Digital Coordinator in the Mayor’s 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. We have an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

The Communications & Digital Coordinator supports the public-facing work of the Mayor’s Office

through engaging digital content, responsive communication, and accessible storytelling. This role manages the Mayor’s digital presence across platforms, contributes to communications planning, and ensures alignment with broader strategic messaging. The ideal candidate brings creativity, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills to a fast-paced and highly visible environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage day-to-day content for the Mayor’s Office digital platforms (website, social media, newsletters), ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with current messaging priorities.
• Design and publish graphics, videos, and other multimedia to support digital storytelling.
• Draft and schedule social media posts, monitor engagement, and support rapid response on trending or emerging issues.
• Track analytics and prepare monthly performance reports on digital engagement to inform future strategy.
• Maintain content calendars and coordinate approvals with the Chief of Staff and Senior Communications Advisor.
• Ensure digital communications reflect a commitment to accessibility, equity, and respectful public discourse.
• Assist in the planning and promotion of public events, announcements, and community campaigns.
• Monitor and flag public feedback and online sentiment, supporting issues management efforts.
• Contribute to speechwriting, media briefing notes, and internal communication as needed.
• Ensure all content adheres to HRM visual identity standards and tone of voice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Communications, Digital Media, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a digital communications, social media, or public-facing content role — ideally within government, non-profit, or political environments.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Proficiency in social media platforms, scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer), and graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.
• Experience using analytics tools such as Meta Insights, Google Analytics, or similar.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

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.

COMPETENCIES: Teamwork & Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Visioning, Strategic Thinking and Innovation, Communications

WORK STATUS: Temporary full-time (up to 3 years)

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

SALARY: $60,000 - $75,000 annually. Salary will be commensurate with education and years of applicable experience. The successful candidate will have the option to participate in HRM's benefit and pension plans.

WORK LOCATION: City Hall (1841 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS)

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm on July 30, 2025.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an 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 (Al) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of Al 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 Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link;

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