Manager, Training and Exercising Coordination

Government of Nova Scotia

. Provide strategic leadership in planning and coordinating annual training and exercise activities for internal and external partners .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeHalifax • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$3,572 - CA$4,465 per weekWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating training and exercise activities, managing relationships with stakeholders, and implementing programs and policies. Proficient in logistics planning, risk management, and utilizing technology for training initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program DevelopmentTraining CoordinationStakeholder Relationship ManagementLogistics PlanningEmergency Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Program ImplementationPolicy DevelopmentRisk IdentificationResource CoordinationEvent Planning

Soft Skills

Sound JudgmentEffective CommunicationRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Learning Management SystemsVirtual PlatformsCollaboration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Emergency Management CertificationValid Nova Scotia Driver’s Licence

Industry Keywords

Training GrantsProcurement RequirementsPublic Training CalendarsCommunity OrganizationsFederal Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership in planning and coordinating annual training and exercise activities for internal and external partners
Coordinate internal and external training, exercise, and professional development initiatives
Build and maintain relationships with internal branches, municipal partners, provincial and federal agencies, community organizations, training providers, and stakeholders
Coordinate training, exercise, and event planning, including timelines, roles, responsibilities, deliverables, logistics, communications, and approvals
Plan and coordinate DEM events, including agendas, logistics, materials, participant information, facilitation supports, and follow-up
Arrange venues, registration, accessibility requirements, materials, equipment, technology, and participant coordination
Identify risks, barriers, dependencies, and resource constraints and support mitigation strategies
Source and coordinate instructors, venues, materials, tools, external courses, training providers, and other resources
Coordinate funding requirements, training grants, procurement needs, and resource requests
Maintain and publish annual public training, exercise, and event calendars
Coordinate technology readiness, including virtual platforms, registration tools, presentation equipment, collaboration tools, and learning management system access
Develop and implement programs and associated policies and procedures
Manage relationships with internal clients and stakeholders, including senior management
Support responsible management of human and financial resources, monitor expenditures, and follow procurement requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Related university degree combined with several years of coordination experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Experience developing and implementing programs and associated policies and procedures
Ability to exercise sound judgment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with partners, senior management, and other stakeholders
Valid Nova Scotia driver’s licence
Access to a licensed, operational motor vehicle
Certification in emergency management (asset)
Experience with learner management systems (asset)
Satisfactory completion of applicable background checks and credential confirmation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life Insurance
General illness coverage
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
Career Development with access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training
Engaging workplace
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