Outreach Coordinator

Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq; Cole Harbour; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq (UNSM) invites applications for an Outreach Coordinator in the Capacity Development Department. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and facilitating community outreach and engagement activities that strengthen ties with Mi'kmaw communities and key partners.

The coordinator will gather community perspectives, promote inclusive engagement reflecting Mi'kmaw values and OCAP principles, and collaborate with the Communications Coordinator to translate engagement

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, outreach, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Mi’kmaw communities, culture, and protocols is an asset.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate community engagement sessions, meetings, workshops, focus groups, and outreach events.
• Develop and implement engagement activities that support project and organizational objectives.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Mi'kmaw communities, leadership, Elders, Knowledge Holders, rights holders, partners, and stakeholders.
• Gather, document, and summarize community feedback, perspectives, and priorities to inform project planning and implementation.
• Support collaborative partnerships and ongoing dialogue between communities and the Mawkim Team.
• Ensure engagement activities are respectful, inclusive, culturally safe, and responsive to community needs.
• Maintain engagement records and prepare engagement summaries, reports, and briefing materials.
• Support the evaluation and continuous improvement of engagement activities and perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Community engagement

Outreach

Relationship-building

Facilitation

Communication

Job description

Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq

Capacity Development Department

Job Description

Position Title: Outreach Coordinator

Supervisor: Governance Manager

Location: Membertou or Cole Harbour Office (other work locations may be considered)

Employment Term: Full-Time (One Year with Possibility of Extension)

Scope of Position

Reporting to the Governance Manager, the Outreach Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating community outreach and engagement activities that strengthen relationships between the Mawkim Team, Mi'kmaw communities, and key partners. The position supports meaningful community participation by fostering dialogue, gathering community perspectives, and promoting engagement activities that reflect Mi'kmaw values, cultural protocols, and OCAP® principles. The Outreach Coordinator serves as a key liaison between communities and the Mawkim Team and works collaboratively with the Communications Coordinator to ensure engagement outcomes are accurately reflected in communications materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate community engagement sessions, meetings, workshops, focus groups, and outreach events.
• Develop and implement engagement activities that support project and organizational objectives.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Mi'kmaw communities, leadership, Elders, Knowledge Holders, rights holders, partners, and stakeholders.
• Gather, document, and summarize community feedback, perspectives, and priorities to inform project planning and implementation.
• Support collaborative partnerships and ongoing dialogue between communities and the Mawkim Team.
• Ensure engagement activities are respectful, inclusive, culturally safe, and responsive to community needs.
• Maintain engagement records and prepare engagement summaries, reports, and briefing materials.
• Support the evaluation and continuous improvement of engagement activities and perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, outreach, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of experience, education, training, and community knowledge will be considered.
• Experience working with Mi’kmaw or Indigenous communities is an asset.
• Knowledge of Mi’kmaw communities, culture, and protocols.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and facilitation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand Mi’kmaq is considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends.

Please note that the duties outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and other duties may be required.

Cultural Safety and Respectful Engagement

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to culturally safe, respectful, and inclusive practices that reflect Mi'kmaw values, perspectives, and ways of knowing. They will foster positive relationships, communicate respectfully, and contribute to a workplace environment grounded in cultural humility, reconciliation, and continuous learning.

Only potential candidates considered will be contacted for interviews. Personal suitability will also be considered during the hiring process. UNSM hires based on merit and is committed to employment equity.

Closing Date: November 2nd