Marketing and Communications Advisor

• Support implementation of the Halifax Convention Centre and Scotiabank Centres marketing and communications strategies through a variety of initiatives.
• Proactive management of assigned projects including the development of communications plans and marketing activities along with required timeline and budget management.
• Oversight and management of all communication channels including content creation.
• Provide proactive management of Scotiabank Centres digital media strategy to deliver an integrated user experience across multiple channels including email marketing social media websites text campaigns and more.
• Oversee an integrated marketing program that includes media buys and promoter support content development photography bookings email marketing campaigns and Ticketmaster marketing automation.
• Support the implementation of the Halifax Convention Centres marketing strategy with a focus on planned sales and marketing activities and campaigns targeting key international and national audiences.
• Other communication initiatives as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

You are an excellent writer and highly skilled at telling clear and compelling stories. You enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment where you bring fresh ideas and produce high-quality communications products. You have an eye for detail and are comfortable customizing content for various audiences and platforms.

Education and Experience:

• University degree or diploma in public relations communications or marketing.
• 3 years of relevant experience.
• An equivalent combination of education experience skills and knowledge will be considered.

Job Specific/Technical Knowledge

• Excellent communication writing and proofreading skills.
• Strong logic analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Experienced team player who enjoys working collaboratively and brings innovative ideas to the table.
• Experience working with social media in a business setting including content creation planning and reporting.
• Demonstrated relevant experience in website management Google Analytics reporting email distribution systems and various CMS systems.
• Strong attention to detail highly organized and superior project management skills with demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced deadline driven environment.
• Knowledge and experience with SharePoint and Microsoft Office.
• Previous experience with MailChimp and Survey Monkey.
• Confidence in evaluating options and making strong recommendations on proposed solutions.
• Agency experience an asset.

Note: Due to the nature of the events industry and the requirements of this role the position will require flexible working hours with some evening and weekend commitments.

Events East Group is a special purpose government agency that manages and operates the Halifax Convention Centre and Scotiabank Centre. We are an impact-focused organization known for attracting and hosting the best events in the region generating economic impact and driving community vibrancy. We were created as part of a government partnership between the Province of Nova Scotia and Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) and we work in collaboration with them to manage our business in a responsible and transparent manner.

MISSION: WE CONNECT THE WORLD TO NOVA SCOTIA BY CREATING MEMORABLE EVENT EXPERIENCES.

VISION: OUR PEOPLE AND OUR COMMUNITY MAKE US THE FAVOURED EVENT DESTINATION FOR OUR GUESTS.

THE PERKS AND BENEFITS:

• 3 weeks of vacation starting
• Sick and personal days
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) available through Telus Health
  • Discounts
  • Free counselling services
  • Resources available for personal life needs
• Medical & Dental benefits through Medavie BlueCross as soon as you start!
• Short Term Illness (STI) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Participation in the Province of Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan
• 13 paid holidays or Time in Lieu for working on the holiday
• Paid bereavement leave
• Discounted transit bus pass through SmartTrip
• Discounted gym membership at Goodlife Fitness

Events East is committed to a workforce that is free of discrimination values diversity and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians racially visible persons women in non-traditional positions persons with disabilities Indigenous persons and persons from the 2SLGBTQIA community. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

During the recruitment process applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Any applicant invited to participate in testing or an interview and who requires an accommodation should discuss their needs in confidence with the Recruiter when selected.

TO APPLY: Apply via Career Beacon.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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