Regional Outreach Officer; Program Admin Officer Jobs in Truro, Canada at Government of Nova Scotia
Position: Regional Outreach Officer (Program Admin Officer 3)
About Us
The Department of Emergency Management is responsible for leading disaster and emergency planning, preparedness, response and recovery activities on behalf of the Province of Nova Scotia. The objective of the Department is to ensure that Nova Scotians are safe, prepared and resilient in the face of disasters and emergencies. The Department leads the coordination and co-operation of partners and resources during provincial level critical incidents, supports municipal and other partners in regional level and local events, administers the province’s 911 service, maintains critical communications infrastructure and supports operations of our regional emergency management centres.
The Department also works to ensure critical government services continue to function during and after critical events.
The Regional Operations and Infrastructure Branch
The Regional Operations and Infrastructure Branch enhances the safety and resilience of our Province by:
Strengthening critical communications infrastructure through the establishment and oversight of the Public Safety Field Communications Agency. The Agency’s mission is to create a Centre of Excellence in the delivery of public safety communications, dispatch, and related technologies across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada
Establishing and maintaining Regional Emergency Operations Centres (REOCs) in 6 regions in Nova Scotia. The REOCs provide leadership in building regional emergency operations networks; ensuring collaborative efforts around emergency planning, training and exercising and developing regional plans for equipment and stores to support emergency response
Coordinating response to regional emergencies
Strengthening local and regional emergency preparedness through outreach and education to Nova Scotians at community events, schools, organizations, and through information sessions
Fostering strong collaboration, communication, and emergency management planning with regional partners, including the development and coordination of regional Nova Scotia Guard networks
Providing information to the Provincial Coordination Centre and the 24/7 Watch Desk staff to ensure real-time situational awareness, coordination, and support during emergencies and actioning critical information received from the Provincial Coordination Centre in the regions
About Our Opportunity
We are seeking a Regional Outreach Officer to join our team in the Regional Operations and Infrastructure Division. Reporting to the Regional Emergency Operations Program Manager, the Outreach Officer will focus on enhancing public awareness, engagement, and preparedness for emergencies within the assigned region.
The successful candidates will play a key role in developing and implementing outreach strategies to increase participation in the Nova Scotia Guard, foster a culture of preparedness, and build strategic relationships with community organizations, municipalities, and regional partners. You will research and create innovative outreach programs and materials to effectively engage communities, raise awareness about emergency preparedness, and ensure that specific regional needs are addressed.
Primary Accountabilities
Lead the development and implementation of outreach and engagement strategies in the assigned region and other regions across the province.
Research best practices in public outreach and emergency management messaging and create innovative campaigns to promote the Nova Scotia Guard and increase community resilience.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with municipalities, community organizations, non-government organizations, and other regional partners.
Develop and deliver educational content and community programs that increase awareness about emergency preparedness and disaster recovery.
Coordinate and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and public events to encourage active participation in the Nova Scotia Guard.
Tailor outreach programs to meet the specific needs of diverse communities, including vulnerable populations.
Provide advice and expertise on effective outreach methods to influence community behavior and improve preparedness.
Title: Regional Outreach Officer; Program Admin Officer
Company: Government of Nova Scotia
Location: Truro, Canada
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