Research and Administrative Coordinator

IWK Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization committed to improving Indigenous healthcare experiences as a Research & Administrative Coordinator. This role involves supporting research and administrative tasks while fostering cultural safety in communities. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and strong communication skills, along with a passion for community engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Strong communication and attention to detail essential.
• Experience with Mi’kmaw or First Nations communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement knowledge mobilization strategies.
• Manage social media presence and maintain project website.
• Prepare progress reports for funders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Research experience

Knowledge exchange experience

Creative skills for visuals

Education

Master’s degree in health, business, communications, or research-related field

Tools

SPSS

Excel

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Company: IWK Health

Req ID: 204673

Department/Program: Associated Research, Research Services

Location: Halifax

Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) for 1 year x 1 position(s)

Start Date: June 2025

Union Status: Research, Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit

Compensation: $32.2049 - $36.6026 /hour

Closing Date: June 13, 2025 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

This is not a designated position, however, preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as Mi’kmaw or Indigenous, have a strong connection with Indigenous communities and/or experience working in Indigenous communities.

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. We focus on training and mentorship opportunities, recognize talent, and celebrate successes. Our work is collaborative, in modern facilities or virtually from home, aligned with our values, with access to benefits and wellness programs. We are committed to supporting our patients, families, and communities, and grateful for donor support.

Promoting an anti-racist environment and addressing discrimination is important. We are located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. We serve diverse communities, including First Nation, African Nova Scotian, and others, and are actively working to eliminate discrimination and reduce barriers to create a space of equity and belonging. We welcome applications from Indigenous persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals to reflect the communities we serve.

The Opportunity

The Etuaptmu’k Wloti Initiative seeks to expand its team with a Research & Administrative Coordinator. Using a Two-Eyed Seeing approach, the initiative aims to improve Indigenous healthcare experiences by increasing cultural safety through education, data gathering, and community-led interventions.

This funded role involves supporting research and administrative tasks, knowledge translation, and dissemination, working independently and collaboratively to enhance the health and wellbeing of Mi’kmaw and Indigenous peoples in Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Develop and implement knowledge mobilization strategies
• Create video content for academic and community use
• Produce accessible knowledge translation materials
• Manage social media presence across platforms
• Maintain and update the project website
• Prepare progress reports for funders and community partners
• Develop and manage research datasets
• Conduct community data collection and analysis
• Ensure ethical documentation is secured and maintained
• Assist with ethics applications and approvals
• Supervise Research Assistants and oversee data collection
• Organize community meetings and related activities
• Provide administrative support as needed
• Contribute to team activities

Hours of Work

Estimated 37.5 hours/week; M-F

Your Qualifications

• Master’s degree in health, business, communications, or research-related field
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance
• Strong communication skills, with ability to simplify complex concepts
• Attention to detail and a strong work ethic
• Research experience (quantitative or qualitative) is an asset
• Knowledge exchange and social media experience
• Experience creating KT materials (posters, videos, etc.)
• Creative skills for developing visuals from research data
• Experience working with Mi’kmaw or First Nations communities
• Familiarity with SPSS and Excel is an asset
• Preference for candidates who identify as Indigenous or have strong community ties

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health. We contact only shortlisted applicants. If invited for assessments, accommodations are available upon request. This is a Management/Non Union position. For unionized roles, current employees are encouraged to apply through the internal portal. Employment offers are contingent on background checks and credential verification.