Manager, Business Development and Events

Build-Nova-Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Health, Dental & Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Illness Leave

Short/Long-Term Disability

Employee & Family Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Build Nova Scotia is seeking a Manager of Business Development and Events to lead planning, licensing, operational delivery, and strategic growth across its properties and event sites in Nova Scotia.

The role focuses on driving tourism-friendly programming, community engagement, and economic development, while ensuring safe execution and high-quality experiences across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience as a business manager, property manager or related tourism/hospitality event experience
• Post-secondary education in Hospitality, Business or Marketing, strongly preferred
• Strong business and marketing acumen with emphasis on quality of experience, social inclusion, environmental sustainability, and fiscal responsibility
• Previous experience leading and managing teams would be a significant asset
• Proven experience coordinating business development and/or vendor and event activities
• Outstanding computer literacy, specifically with Office 365, and the ability to learn new software and systems quickly
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple deadlines
• Critical thinking along with strong problem-solving skills
• A positive and driven leader who can work effectively with others and independently

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Business Development Opportunity documents relating to long-term tenancies and events
• Lead development and evolution of Business Development Opportunity processes
• Lead operational planning and execution of strategic events across Build NS properties
• Activate Build NS spaces to maximize the benefit for all Nova Scotians
• Manage event logistics, site coordination, scheduling, and operational readiness
• Coordinate public safety, emergency planning, and operational risk mitigation
• Strategically oversee event setup, teardown, vendor coordination, and site restoration
• Support the management and execution of the organizational events strategy
• In coordination with Marketing & Communications, select events/programming to suit spaces on owned and managed properties
• Manage inquiries for space related to events and programming
• Work with event/programming organizers to ensure successful events
• Identify new tenancy/event/programming opportunities and develop strategies for execution
• Build and manage relationships with organizers and stakeholders (BIDs, DMOs, government departments, arts & cultural organizations)
• Supervise seasonal Waterfront Ambassadors and contracted event management professionals
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Hospitality/Business/Marketing degree

Tools

Office 365

Job description

The Manager of Business Development and Events will lead the planning, coordination, licensing, operational delivery, and strategic growth of events and programming across Build Nova Scotia properties and event sites. This includes the Halifax waterfront, Provincial Exhibition Grounds in Truro, Open Hearth Park in Sydney, Lunenburg waterfront, Bedford waterfront, Peggy's Cove and other sites as added to Build Nova Scotia's portfolio.

In addition, the Manager of Business Development and Events will be responsible for the safe and successful execution of events, festivals, activations, and public programming initiatives that support tourism, community engagement, economic development, and increased benefit to Nova Scotians.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience as a business manager, property manager or related tourism/hospitality event experience
• Post-secondary education in Hospitality, Business or Marketing, is strongly preferred
• Strong business and marketing acumen with an emphasis on quality of experience, social inclusion, environmental sustainability, and fiscal responsibility
• Previous experience leading and managing teams would be a significant asset
• Proven experience coordinating business development and/or vendor and event activities
• Outstanding computer literacy, specifically with Office 365, and the ability to learn new software and systems quickly
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple deadlines
• Critical thinking along with strong problem-solving skills
• A positive and driven leader who can work effectively with others and independently

This competition will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Business Development Opportunity documents which relate to both long-term tenancies and annual or one-time events
• Lead development and evolution of Business Development Opportunity processes
• Lead operational planning and execution of strategic events across Build NS properties
• Activate Build NS spaces to maximize the benefit for all Nova Scotians
• Manage event logistics, site coordination, scheduling, and operational readiness
• Coordinate public safety, emergency planning, and operational risk mitigation
• Strategically oversee event setup, teardown, vendor coordination, and site restoration
• Support the management and execution of the organizational events strategy
• In coordination with Marketing & Communications, select events/programming to suit different spaces on owned and managed properties
• Manage inquiries and requests for space related to events and programming
• Work with event/programming organizers to ensure successful events on owned and managed properties
• Identify new tenancy/event/programming opportunities and develop strategies for execution
• Build and manage relationships with event/programming organizers and other related stakeholders (such as BIDs, DMOs, government departments, arts & cultural organizations)
• Supervise seasonal team of Waterfront Ambassadors and contracted event management professionals
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Information

Pay Grade: NSL-13

Salary Range: $3135.37 - $4311.13 Bi-Weekly

Salary Placement: The placement of a new hire into the salary range is based on an objective salary rating process. This process will assess the knowledge, skills, experiences and overall qualifications of a candidate to determine appropriate placement. Each pay grade has established steps, and new hires cannot exceed certain maximums which are outlined in the Compensation Framework.

Benefits:

• Build Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Health, Dental and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and General Illness Leave
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities