Communications Coordinator

Permanent Full-time, 35 Hours/Week

Hybrid (minimum two-days per week onsite)

About NSCN

The Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) is the safeguard that ensures the public that all nurses in Nova Scotia have the education and skills they need to care for people safely, competently, ethically, and compassionately. The public trusts us to regulate the nursing profession in the public's interest and our staff are empowered to ensure public protection is our top priority. As an organization built on trust, we offer a supportive, professional and collaborative workplace for you to learn and lead.

As part of the NSCN team, you will contribute to our purpose of leading to inspire excellence to uphold public confidence. Excellence is at the core of all we do. Together, we will support our nurses to provide safe, competent and compassionate care in the communities we live and work. Our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB) ensures we inspire excellence both publicly and within our organization. We are looking for an individual who will settle for nothing less than excellence in their role.

Job Summary

The Communications Coordinator will work as part of the Communications team and as part of the Strategy and Operations service area to support the overall operations and strategic objectives of NSCN. Reporting to the Communications Lead, this role will provide communications support on a variety of operational strategies, both internal and external to the organization and support the organization's day-to-day digital presence. The Communications Coordinator also supports and executes communications plans, strategies, tactics and materials in support of NSCN's equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB) objectives. The Communications Coordinator will also actively contribute to the Strategy and Operations team to support meeting the NSCN vision, mission, values and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, organizing, executing and monitoring of internal and external communications plans, strategies and related activities.
• Participate collaboratively in internal, cross functional committees, teams and/or projects as a communications representative and on behalf of the Strategy and Operations team.
• Contribute to and implement digital communications design and content for the organization's multi-channel platforms, including the e-newsletter, organizational emails, online advertisements, social media, organizational reports, and video content.
• Serve as writer and editor for day-to-day communications, using plain language principles, developing and applying standard document formats, and engaging key audiences through a clear and inclusive consultation process.
• Contribute to and implement the day-to-day social media, including but not limited to: writing posts, developing graphics, reporting analytics, creating and managing the organization's overall online social media presence.
• Contribute to the development of support documents and resources for nurses
• Co-lead the communications work on the NSCN website, with accessibility and the user experience in mind. This includes:
  • Developing content for new or existing pages as needed
  • Proofreading new or revised content
  • Building new pages and revising out of date pages
  • Refresh current web pages by reviewing pages, adding new contact information and updating layout
  • Creating webforms to support NSCN events and programs
  • Implement new strategies based on website analytics and feedback and finding new ways to engage key audiences through the website.
• Contribute to NSCN's EDIB journey as an inclusive communicator and apply an EDIB lens to all internal and external communications work to meet the diverse communication needs of our audiences.
• Assist in implementing the organization's media strategy, including: media relations, facilitating day-to-day media monitoring, and providing support to the Communications team as required.

About You:

You have exceptional verbal and written communication skills and can adapt messages for diverse audiences using inclusive and accessible language. You have experience working on multiple, organization-wide projects and understand the importance of prioritizing your work. You are organized, dependable and can quickly adapt to a changing environment. You are a team player who understands the importance of collaboration and can build relationships with colleagues, NSCN key audiences and media representatives with ease. You believe in the value that the communications role can bring to the organization and are motivated to keep informed of best practice, with the confidence to bring ideas and solutions forward in the best interest of NSCN.

Education & Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in public relations or communications or diploma in public relations/communications with relevant experience.
• Minimum 4-5 years of communication experience.
• Knowledge and practical experience managing digital communications platforms such as: open source websites, email marketing platforms, social media management platforms and social media sites.
• Experience with digital and graphic design, video creation, and podcasting considered an asset (i.e., Adobe Creative Cloud, PowerPoint, etc.).

Compensation and benefits

• We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package, including excellent vacation, paid sick leave, flex time, hybrid work options; cost shared pension, medical, dental, life and disability insurance and healthy living allowance.
• NSCN prides itself on being a positive, collaborative work environment.

Visit us at www.nscn.ca to learn more about the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, we invite you to apply with your cover letter and resume via email to: [email protected].

Applications will be received until September 15, 2025. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

At NSCN, we are deeply committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. Qualified individuals from underrepresented groups who would contribute to the diversification and shared vision of our organization are encouraged to apply.

NSCN is proud to be an inclusive employer that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We are committed to equitable hiring practices and fostering a workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at [email protected].