Opportunities : Executive Director, Gender Based Violence

Tyler Data & Insights; Halifax; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking an Executive Director for Gender Based Violence initiatives, responsible for leading the provincial response and strategic direction. This key position requires an individual with strong leadership skills and experience in senior roles addressing complex projects in GBV, collaboration across sectors, and effective communication.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health and Dental Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in senior leadership roles.
• Experience in managing complex projects within GBV or social services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop provincial GBV strategies and policies.
• Ensure cross-departmental collaboration for GBV services.
• Oversee performance metrics and accountability mechanisms for GBV initiatives.

Skills

Fiscal Management

Strategic Planning

Leadership Experience

Public Speaking

Education

Undergraduate degree in criminal justice, social sciences, or community development

Masters in a related field

Job description

Union Status : Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date : 24-Jun-25(Applications are accepted until 11 : 59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Department of Justice is responsible for the administration of justice and for promoting access to justice and the safety and security of Nova Scotians through justice-related programs services and initiatives. We are guided by the principles of preventative and restorative justice in fulfilling our mandate. Our efforts to promote safety security and access to justice for Nova Scotians span all areas of the Department and include programs and services that assist all communities including Indigenous Nova Scotians African-Nova Scotians and Nova Scotians with disabilities.

To accomplish its mandate the Department provides services through several core business areas : Public Safety and Security; Court Services and Sheriff Services; Correctional Services; Maintenance Enforcement and Victim Services; Accessibility Directorate; Restorative Initiatives Unit; and Legal Services to Government. Improving access to justice and reducing barriers for vulnerable members of society are key goals of the departments strategy.

About Our Opportunity

The Executive Director Gender Based Violence (GBV) serves as the provincial lead on GBV and is responsible for driving the Government of Nova Scotias role in leading and partnering in a coordinated response. The Executive Director leads a team of professional staff and provides strategic leadership and direction in the development implementation and evaluation of provincial GBV strategies programs services and policies. This role ensures an integrated intersectional and trauma-informed approach across government and in collaboration with community partners.

The Executive Director is accountable for providing strategic advice to the Minister Deputy Minister and Associate Deputy Ministers; representing Nova Scotia in Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) forums; and fostering partnerships across departments and sectors to enhance safety equity and well-being for all individuals affected by gender-based violence.

Key Responsibilities

Provincial GBV Leadership and Coordination

Serves as the Government of Nova Scotias lead on GBV providing high-level leadership to ensure a coordinated consistent and whole-of-government response.

Facilitates cross-departmental collaboration with health education social services justice and other sectors to strengthen GBV prevention intervention and support services.

Leads and supports provincial GBV coordination tables networks and groups with government and community.

Strategic Direction and Policy Development

Develops and stewards the strategic vision and long-term goals of the GBV Division in collaboration with provincial federal and community partners.

Provides strategic policy advice and leadership on legislative and regulatory initiatives to advance equity and safety for people impacted by GBV.

Aligns GBV strategies with broader government priorities including health equity anti-racism diversity and inclusion and social determinants of health.

Community Collaboration and Engagement

Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with communities and organizations representing Indigenous African Nova Scotian Newcomers LGBTQIA2S rural and disability communities to ensure that GBV policies and services are inclusive and culturally responsive.

Co-designs services and initiatives in partnership with survivors and community organizations.

Federal-Provincial-Territorial Representation

Represents Nova Scotia as the senior official for GBV-related matters at FPT forums including joint initiatives under the National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence.

Ensures timely and accurate reporting on Nova Scotias contributions to international conventions (e.g. CEDAW UN Declaration on the Elimination of Violence against Women).

Program Development Evaluation and Accountability

Oversees the design delivery and evaluation of innovative evidence-informed GBV programs and services.

Ensures the application of trauma- and violence-informed survivor-centered and intersectional frameworks to all initiatives.

Leads the development and implementation of performance metrics and accountability mechanisms for GBV strategies.

Capacity Building and System Transformation

Leads efforts to build GBV awareness and capacity across government including the development of education training and prevention initiatives.

Drives system change by identifying and addressing barriers in existing government programs and services that perpetuate inequality or limit access to supports and services for those impacted by GBV.

Internal Management and Fiscal Oversight

Manages human and financial resources effectively fostering a respectful and inclusive team environment.

Ensures alignment with corporate human resource practices budgeting guidelines and public sector accountability standards.

Provides strategic focus on cultivating and sustaining a cohesive results-driven team.

Public Representation and Communications

Acts as a spokesperson and subject matter expert on GBV for the Department of Justice and broader government.

May be called upon to provide expert testimony at public inquiries commissions or legislative committees on matters related to GBV

Qualifications and Experience

As the successful candidate you will have an undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as criminal justice social sciences or community development along with several years of experience in senior leadership roles and with managing complex projects within the Gender Based Violence (GBV) field. A Masters in a related field would be an asset. Experience in working on the issue of intimate partner violence and / or gender-based violence is an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

You will apply your skills in building strong and effective teams and collaboration to work in productive and action-oriented ways with justice partners project managers and staff across all levels of Government including management supervisory and technical teams. You will incorporate the principles of a restorative approach to build trusting partnerships within the department across Government and with the GBV sector aimed at finding fast and effective solutions. Results-driven and adept at prioritizing work you will lead a team that manages high volumes of tasks under tight deadlines. Additionally you consistently demonstrate sound judgment and adaptability in a dynamic and ever-changing work environment and lead by example to inspire others.

Your expertise will also include a strong understanding of relevant legislation regulations and policies. You will possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a sharp attention to detail when reviewing and disseminating information. The role demands the ability to make well-reasoned decisions prioritize competing tasks and thrive in a fast-paced environment that requires initiative and a focus on results.

Experience in designing and delivering public consultations or public engagement sessions working with equity-deserving groups and applying a trauma-informed and human-centered approach is preferred.

You have a demonstrated ability to lead and support individuals and teams in planning organizing and prioritizing tasks to achieve objectives efficiently and effectively. Your exceptional project management problem-solving and analytical skills coupled with the ability to maintain a broad province-wide perspective empower you to make informed strategic decisions that align with organizational goals.

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains includes Leads Self Engage Others Achieve Results Develop Coalitions and Systems Transformation.

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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.

Based on the employment status 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.

Pay Grade : EC 16

Salary Range : $5556.38- $6945.46Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement :

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Indigenous People African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement :

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process please contact us at

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PLEASE NOTE : Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed to

Required Experience :

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Key Skills

Fiscal Management,Fundraising,Assisted Living,Management Experience,Hospice Care,Nonprofit Management,Operations Management,Strategic Planning,Budgeting,Grant Writing,Leadership Experience,Public Speaking

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 5556 - 6945

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