National Gender-Based Violence Project Facilitator/ Administrator

Location:Halifax, Nova
Scotia

Program: Targeted
Programming, Immigrant Services

Position Status: Full-Time Fixed-Term: March 2028

Compensation: Salary $47,000-$50,000

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.

Every charity exists to help solve problems. Our charity
exists to help solve many: childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health
challenges, limited access to wellness supports, and more.

Today, our network spans more than 100 program locations
across HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs in our communities.
We provide mental health supports, accessible childcare, support for an
increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead,
assistance navigating a precarious labor market, wellness programming for all
ages, and opportunities for isolated older adults to build community.

We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe spaces to
discover their inner strength. When individuals know someone is in their corner
offering unconditional support, they realize they can achieve more than they
ever thought possible. Your support, expertise, and guidance help people ignite
their full potential and shape our neighborhoods into vibrant, healthy
communities.

With us at their side, they can Shine On.

Total Compensation Includes:

• Complimentary

YMCA membership to our health and fitness facilities

• Access

to Y at Home, offering virtual fitness programs

• Three

(3) weeks of vacation entitlement plus paid wellness days

• Comprehensive

benefits package and pension plan

• Complimentary

wellbeing and counselling services

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and
collaborative professional to join our team. This position will support
national initiatives designed to strengthen the settlement sector's capacity to
effectively respond to gender-based violence (GBV) experienced by newcomers and
support the ongoing work of the National GBV Strategy for Agencies Serving
Immigrants.

Working closely with settlement organizations, anti-violence
partners, and sector stakeholders across Canada, this position will support the
expansion of a national GBV Champion Network, facilitate sector-wide learning
opportunities including our Champion Network, Webinars and oversee the delivery
and sustainability of the Bridges to Safety: Building the Capacity of the
Settlement Sector to Respond to Gender-Based Violence online training program.
This role outside of supporting current activities and updates around the
current model and course and finding more sustainable avenues for this work to
continue its impact.

The successful candidate will contribute to strengthening
coordinated, effective, and equitable settlement supports for newcomers,
including equity-deserving groups and Francophone minority communities.

In this role, you will:

• Facilitate

communication with partners, consultants, participants, and stakeholders.

• Share

practical tools, resources, communications materials, and learning support
with network members.

• Design

all presentation materials involved for the project including resources,
slide decks for virtual and in person presentations, and professional
communications.

• Strengthen

and expand the National GBV Staff Champion Network including designing,
outreaching and co-facilitating regular virtual meetings.

• Implement

a train-the-trainer model that enables GBV Champions to independently
deliver education and awareness activities within their organizations and
communities.

• Facilitate

and design peer-led knowledge exchange opportunities that promote
collaboration and the sharing of best practices across the sector through
virtual webinars and training sessions.

• Build

and strengthen relationships with anti-violence organizations, settlement
agencies, and other key stakeholders.

• Support

the outreach, delivery and ongoing maintenance of the nationally
accessible Bridges to Safety online training program in both French and
English.

• Support

the transition of the Bridges to Safety Course to a fully self-directed
and self-paced learning platform including registration and course
completion processes.

• Maintain

detailed records, databases, evaluations, and project documentations and
resources for reporting purposes.

• Performs

other related duties as assigned.

Education and Skills Qualifications:

• Demonstrated

knowledge of gender-based violence, trauma- and violence-informed
approaches, and survivor-centered practices.

• Experience

working in the settlement sector and/or the gender-based violence sector
is considered a strong asset.

• Bilingualism

written and verbal (English and French) is considered a strong asset as
this is a bilingual project.

• Experience

creating materials for and facilitating virtual training, workshops, or
educational programming.

• Experience

with projects involving multiple stakeholders and partners.

• Knowledge

of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-oppressive practice, and
intersectionality.

• Excellent

facilitation, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Strong

organizational, planning, and project administration skills.

• Intermediate

skills to advanced Microsoft Office, CANVA, and ZOOM. ( WIX is a strong
asset)

• Ability

to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines.

• Post-secondary

education in social work, adult education, gender studies, community
development, sociology, public administration, or a related field is an
asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be
considered.

Closing Date: September 25th, 2026

Requirements for Successful Candidates:

• Criminal

Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Register Check (all
less than 6 months old, if 18+ years of age)

Background checks are reviewed on an individual basis. Any
offences, if present, will be assessed in relation to the role and Child
Safeguarding requirements and may not necessarily disqualify candidates from
employment.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and
equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and
empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We believe diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and
experiences strengthen our organization and enhance our ability to serve the
community. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from
individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour,
racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with
disabilities, members of ethnic minority and faith groups, foreign-born
residents, and veterans.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process,
please inform us in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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