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Halifax Partnership

Program Manager, Halifax Connector and Workforce Development

Halifax, NS, Canada

Contract

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Job type: Contract
Apply by: May 4, 2027
Experience: 5 years' experience developing business relationships, delivering effective client service, and leading recruitment or community outreach.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

Halifax Partnership is Halifax's public-private economic development organization. We drive and accelerate economic growth by selling and marketing Halifax to the world to attract businesses, talent, and investment, helping businesses reach their full potential and tracking and reporting on Halifax's economic progress. Together with our strong network of Investors and partners, we are committed to building an inclusive, thriving, prosperous Halifax for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director, National Connector Program and Workforce Development, the Program Manager, Halifax Connector and Workforce Development, is responsible for managing the Halifax Connector Program and broader workforce development initiatives.

Halifax Partnership's award-winning Connector Program helps newcomers and post-secondary graduates build professional networks, discover career opportunities, and establish meaningful connections in Halifax's workforce. The program connects participants (Connectees) with local business owners, industry professionals, and community leaders (Connectors) who volunteer to share valuable insights into their industries, labour market trends, and employment opportunities. By connecting talent with employers and industry leaders, the program supports local workforce development, talent retention, and Halifax's economic growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management and Administration

Provide leadership and direction to the Connector team, including review and evaluation of the team's work to ensure deliverables and performance targets are achieved.
Work independently, exercising good judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills throughout the completion of all job responsibilities.
Promote Halifax Partnership's mission, vision and initiatives within the workplace, client base and broader community.
Monitor the Program's overall progress, resolving issues and initiating corrective action where necessary.
Manage project scopes, timelines, budgets, and risks to deliver successful program outcomes.
Meet assigned individual targets for recruitment of Connectees and Connectors.
Track and report on the Program's progress at quarterly intervals to the Director for internal and external accountabilities.
Survey Connectees and Connectors to solicit feedback and measure client/participant satisfaction.
Ensure processes are in place for quality data tracking and reporting and ongoing quality assurance and improvement.
Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Strategic Planning

In collaboration with the Marketing and Communications team, support the development and execution of marketing, communication and engagement strategies.
Research and implement best practises in human resources, networking, and employer engagement.
Participate in organizational and program-specific strategic planning.
Develop and implement workforce development initiatives that respond to identified gaps.

Partner Relations and Recruitment

Serve as the liaison and manage relationships with referral partners, community partners, post-secondary institutions and business and community leaders.
Recruit newcomers and post-secondary graduates (Connectees) and connect them with Connectors.
Recruit and re-engage business and community volunteer Connectors.
Lead presentations to the business and academic community.
Lead the planning and delivery of various networking events.
Provide excellent client service that meets the expectations and requirements of internal and external parties.
Maintain confidentiality with Connectees, Connectors, and program partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business, or a related field or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years' experience developing business relationships, delivering effective client service, and leading recruitment or community outreach.
Demonstrated experience in management and coordination of project deliverables and project reporting.

Skills

Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail.
Strong planning, analytical and project management skills.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
Ability to lead a team and work independently.
Strong judgement, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Skilled in ideating new initiatives and novel ways of accomplishing outcomes

WORK WITH US

Halifax Partnership offers a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, a hybrid workplace (three days working with your colleagues in the office, with the option to work remotely for the other two days), and a welcoming workplace where everyone belongs. Halifax Partnership is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, grounded in the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples (especially Mi'kmaq), women, persons with a disability, racialized persons and 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Please submit your cover letter and resume by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 27, 2026, addressed to Alida Campbell, Director, National Connector Program and Workforce Development.

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Responsibilities

Manage the Halifax Connector Program and workforce development initiatives, including team leadership, budgets, timelines, reporting, quality improvement, and achievement of program targets. Build relationships with referral and community partners, recruit Connectees and volunteer Connectors, and lead presentations, networking events, and workforce development activities.

Requirements

A post-secondary degree or diploma in business or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required. Candidates should have five years of experience developing business relationships, delivering client service, and leading recruitment or community outreach, along with project coordination and reporting experience and strong organizational, communication, leadership, and analytical skills.

Skills

Program Management
Project Management
Team Leadership
Business Relationship Development
Client Service
Recruitment
Community Outreach
Strategic Planning
Workforce Development
Partner Relations
Budget Management
Risk Management
Data Tracking and Reporting
Presentation Skills
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Hybrid Workplace

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Hiring contact

Alida Campbell

Keywords

Connector Program
Workforce Development
Program Management
Project Management
Business Relationships
Client Service
Recruitment
Community Outreach
Strategic Planning
Partner Relations
Employer Engagement
Networking
Talent Retention
Project Deliverables
Project Reporting
Budget Management
Risk Management
Data Tracking
Quality Assurance
Marketing
Communications
Presentations
Networking Events
Post-Secondary Institutions
Economic Development

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