Immigration Engagement Coordinator - Jobs in Sydney, NS

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Are you a self-motivated and skilled communicator with a passion for island-wide economic growth and development Do you thrive when supporting others to find the answers they are looking for Then you could be the Cape Breton Partnerships Immigration Engagement Coordinator! In this role, you will support employers in navigating the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) and the employment-based streams of the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) to enable the hiring and retention of newcomers in Cape Breton-Unamaki.What you will do:

• Build employer awareness of the AIP and employment-based streams of the NSNP: Occupations in Demand, Skilled Worker, and International Graduates in Demand.
• Answer employers and job seekers, including international students, general questions related to AIP and NSNP eligibility criteria and application processes.
• Collaborate with Cape Breton Partnership staff, community partners, funders, etc. to increase employer engagement in immigration as a recruitment and retention tool.
• Participate in the planning, hosting, and organizing of events and information sessions to promote programs and services to employers and job seekers, including international students.
• Network with community partners and relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with provincial, inter-provincial, and key economic development partners to share best practices, raise awareness, and identify gaps in efficiency and responsiveness to local labour market needs.
• Research and identify industries, sectors, and occupations facing immediate and projected labour market challenges in our region; identify relevant NAICS and NOC codes.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage a project budget effectively.
• Use CRM tool to maintain project database and client contact information, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timely entry of data.
• Prepare written progress reports and presentations for funders, Councils, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you can achieve:By joining our team of professionals, you will become a part of an organization that recognizes the importance of attracting and retaining newcomer talent for the economic growth and prosperity of our island. As the Immigration Engagement Coordinator, you will play an important role in promoting immigration to employers as a recruitment and retention tool, thereby combating our regions labour market challenges of an aging population, shrinking number of youths, and out-migration.Education and Knowledge:

• Post-secondary education from a recognized academic institution in a relevant discipline, such as Public Relations, Marketing, Communications or Business Administration, or similar, or a suitable combination of education, certifications and/or experience.
• Knowledge of effective marketing and communications strategies.

Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:

• Ability to effectively manage a budget and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal/written).
• Strong time management, planning, networking, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Must be a self-starter; someone that takes initiative and has the ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal direction, and also collaboratively within a team.
• Political awareness and sensitivity.
• Must be a team-player with a positive attitude and proven interpersonal skills.
• Must be tactful and able to exercise sound judgement and discretion when working or interacting with community leaders, diverse community groups, and all levels of government.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting platforms, such as MS Teams and Zoom.

Assets:

• Experience coordinating, managing, and/or evaluating programs; planning and hosting events; using a CRM tool similar to Insightly, and software and other tools like Canva, Mailchimp, and Slido.
• Knowledge of the Canadian immigration system, the National Occupational Classification (NOC) and Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS).
• Familiarity with the Cape Breton - Unamaki business community.

Working Conditions:

• Monday-Friday in an office environment, with the option to work from home up to 2 days per week, provided you have a strong and reliable internet connection and can maintain confidentiality.
• Frequent sitting or standing while using a computer 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.
• A valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Work location is flexible; the Cape Breton Partnership is an island-wide organization with offices in Sydney, Baddeck, Port Hood, Port Hawkesbury, and Arichat.

Details:

• Full-time contract beginning as soon as possible until March 31, 2023, with the possibility of renewal.
• Attractive total compensation package that includes vacation, benefits package, and immediate, free access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Offers of employment will be conditional on the candidates ability to accept and comply with all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, confidentiality, intellectual property, non-solicitation, and conflict of interest policies.

To Apply:Please forward your cover letter and resume as a single PDF file to: careers@capebretonpartnership.com.This opportunity is open until filled; candidates selected for an interview will be contacted on an ongoing basis beginning on Friday, July 15, 2022.About the Cape Breton Partnership:The Cape Breton Partnership is Cape Breton-Unamakis private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our island as a great place to live 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 island-wide organization, led by a Board of Directors, runs a number of programs and initiatives, and administers two Regional Enterprise Networks (RENs):

• Cape Breton Regional Municipality Regional Enterprise Network (CBRM-REN)
• Cape Breton Regional Enterprise Network (CB-REN), which includes:
  • Municipalities of the Counties of Victoria, Richmond, & Inverness;
  • First Nation Communities of Membertou, Eskasoni, Wekoqmaq, & Wagmatcook;
  • Town of Port Hawkesbury.

With approximately 25 staff located across Cape Breton-Unamaki, 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.Quick Apply

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