Connector Program Coordinator
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Job Summary
Join Our Team as the Connector Program Coordinator!
Job Title: Connector Program Coordinator
Reports to: Labour Market Team Lead
Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible
Position Type: Full-time Contract (40 hrs/week)
Compensation: Salary $52000 2 weeks paid vacation sick and personal days plus an additional week of paid time off in December health and dental benefits and access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program.
Application Deadline: October 22nd 2025
Are you passionate about fostering economic growth and connecting talented individuals with meaningful opportunities Do you have a knack for building relationships and supporting impactful programs If so we have an exciting opportunity for you as the Connector Program Coordinator at the Cape Breton Partnership!
What you can achieve:
As the Program Coordinator you will expose high school graduates and other youth to rewarding skilled trades careers helping to address Nova Scotias workforce needs. Through a collective effort you will also help newcomers and other professionals strengthen their networks and find meaningful employment ultimately helping to build a more diverse and robust workforce for Cape Breton
What you will do:
As the Connector Program Coordinator you will manage promote and execute the goals of the Cape Breton Connector Program. Your core responsibilities will include:
- Drive Skilled Trades Placements: Cultivate relationships with high schools and businesses to facilitate the transition of youth into skilled trades. This includes recruiting businesses in high-demand sectors (Construction Manufacturing etc.) to offer apprenticeships and facilitating the placement of graduates/youth.
- Manage Professional Connections: Oversee the referral process to match newcomers international students and local graduates with appropriate professional Connectors to help them grow their networks.
- Provide Career Support: Offer one-on-one career coaching and develop/host employment readiness workshops (WHMIS safety training etc.) to enhance participant skills across both programs.
- Promote and Engage: Actively promote the GiSTC program through presentations job fairs and a strategic marketing/social media strategy.
- Ensure Inclusivity: Actively collaborate with equity-deserving community organizations to attract underrepresented groups into the trades.
- Maintain Program Quality: Ensure all inquiries are handled promptly and professionally and maintain relationships with a national network for best practices.
What youll bring:
- Education: Post-secondary level education from a recognized academic institution preferably in Business Administration Human Services Human Resources Recruitment or a related field or a suitable combination of education and experience.
- Experience: Experience in career community business development or a related field.
- Knowledge Base: Knowledge of recruiting onboarding techniques and the local labor market with a focus on skilled trades and youth engagement.
- Asset: Knowledge of common barriers to employment faced by underrepresented groups (Indigenous people persons with disabilities African Nova Scotians and other visible minorities and women in roles in which they are under-represented) Newcomers and international students.
- Key Skills: Strong time management planning networking and presentation skills ability to make connections and build and maintain relationships ability to provide coaching and feedback to support Connectees in their search for meaningful employment and strong English communication skills (verbal/written).
- Asset: Skilled strategist and communications planner.
- Personal Attributes: Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal direction proven interpersonal skills; must be tactful and able to exercise sound judgment and discretion when working or interacting with community leaders diverse groups and all levels of government and attention to detail.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint) MS Teams Zoom and other similar tools.
- Assets: Familiarity with CRM tools. Familiarity with the skilled trades industry and apprenticeship programs.
Working Conditions:
- Monday-Friday in an office environment travelling to and from meeting locations convenient for clients needs with the option to work from home up to 2 days per week provided you have a strong and reliable internet connection.
- Frequent sitting or standing while using a computer is required.
- Valid Drivers License and access to a reliable vehicle is required.
- Flexibility in working hours is required as some work will happen outside of regular hours.
- Frequent travel throughout the island may be required to fulfil the duties of this role.
- Work location is flexible; the Cape Breton Partnership is an island-wide organization with offices in Sydney Baddeck Port Hood Port Hawkesbury and Arichat.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your qualifications and relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Please note: This position is being posted both internally and externally. First consideration will be given to internal applicants who meet the qualifications.
The Cape Breton Partnership is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process please do not hesitate to contact Leah Shanks at or to discuss your needs. We are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable experience for everyone.
About the Cape Breton Partnership:
The Cape Breton Partnership is Unamaki Cape Bretons private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our island as a great place to live work and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity innovation and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed.
The Cape Breton Partnership runs a number of programs and initiatives Island-wide and administers the Cape Breton Regional Enterprise Network (CB REN) and the Cape Breton Regional Municipality Regional Enterprise Network (CBRM REN). With approximately 25 staff located across Unamaki Cape Breton the Cape Breton Partnership works with all levels of government and private and non-profit groups to help foster inclusive economic growth on the Island.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Organizational skills
- Data Collection
- Meeting Facilitation
- Utilization Review
- Administrative Experience
- Program Development
- Public Speaking
- Supervising Experience
- Social Work
