Your cover letter must clearly demonstrate that you possess the experience, knowledge and abilities outlined below. Please include at least one specific example illustrating how you have applied this experience or knowledge in the context of a relevant initiative, partnership or project.relevant experience working, collaborating or representing organizations, institutions, networks or initiatives within Acadian and Francophone communities; practical knowledge of the realities, contemporary issues, institutions and networks regarding Francophonie affairs and Acadia in New Brunswick; the ability to apply this experience and knowledge to contribute effectively to the mandate of the City of Dieppe.SUMMARYReporting to the director responsible for Francophonie affairs, the incumbent provides strategic advice, represents the City at an institutional level, develops partnerships and coordinates municipal projects and initiatives. The incumbent contributes to integrating Francophonie affairs and Acadia priorities into the City's projects, programs and services, while promoting their visibility throughout the Dieppe community and among community partners.The incumbent engages Acadian and Francophone communities, advises municipal departments and partners, and promotes the integration of Francophonie-related priorities into the City's projects, programs and services. The incumbent contributes to the profile and visibility of Francophonie affairs and Acadia through the development of strategic collaborations, municipal representation and the identification of opportunities that promote French-language vitality.The scope of the position focuses on municipal directions, partnerships and strategic initiatives, rather than the direct delivery of services, individual intervention, teaching or client support.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdvisory support and guidanceServe as a resource person for municipal departments on Francophonie, Acadia and linguistic vitality issuesAdvise and support departments in integrating practices that promote French-language vitality, active offer and bilingual servicesContribute to the development of tools, resources and best practices in support of municipal prioritiesPartnerships and consultationDevelop and maintain collaborative relationships with francophone and Acadian organizations, institutions and partnersCoordinate consultation mechanisms related to municipal priorities concerning Francophonie affairs and the promotion of AcadiaRepresent the municipality in dealings with partners, networks and relevant bodiesPromotion and developmentCoordinate activities,



projects and initiatives that raise the profile of the Francophonie and AcadiaIdentify opportunities for collaboration, funding or development to support municipal objectivesHelp position the municipality as a dynamic, welcoming and inclusive francophone and Acadian communityCoordination of initiatives and projectsCoordinate the implementation of initiatives and actions arising from the municipal Francophonie and Acadia action planMonitor timelines, deliverables and expected resultsIdentify issues, risks and opportunities for improvement, and report them to managementAnalysis and reportingMonitor trends, issues, programs and opportunities related to Francophonie, Acadia, official languages and the development of Francophone communitiesCompile and analyze data relevant to the evaluation of initiativesPrepare reports, summaries, recommendations and other documents for managementOtherCarry out any other related duties related to their mandateMINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducationUndergraduate degree (bachelor's) in public administration, communications, public relations, community development, political science, Francophone or Acadian studies, cultural management, sociology or an equivalent field of expertiseAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be consideredExperienceFive (5) years of relevant experience in coordinating projects or initiatives, consultation, community development, government relations, partnerships, communications or public relationsDemonstrated experience collaborating with organizations, institutions, networks or initiatives that support the promotion and vitality of New Brunswick's Francophone and Acadian communitiesGood understanding of the realities of francophone and Acadian communities, ideally in a minority contextExperience in the francophone sector, public policy, the municipal sector, or community or quasi-public organizations (asset)KnowledgeFluency in spoken and written French and EnglishExcellent knowledge of francophone issues, linguistic vitality and the realities of francophone and Acadian communitiesIn-depth knowledge of the history, institutions, networks, contemporary issues and identity realities of Acadia in Current Brunswick, as well as demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge in a municipal contextStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)Good knowledge of consultation,



engagement and partnership development approachesGood knowledge of the principles of strategic communication, public relations and public engagementGood knowledge of municipal or public sector operationsSkills and abilitiesExcellent interpersonal, communication and writing skillsAbility to coordinate several projects or files simultaneously and manage prioritiesAbility to analyze, exercise judgment and solve problemsAbility to engage partners and lead working groups, committees or consultation mechanismsAbility to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with various internal and external stakeholdersAbility to communicate information clearly and adapt communications to different audiencesAbility to work independently, take initiative and carry out assigned tasks in a thorough, highly organized mannerAbility to handle sensitive or confidential matters with diplomacy, discretion and professionalismAbility to work effectively in a dynamic and changing environmentGeneral requirementsAbility to travel occasionally and work outside normal working hours on occasionAdherence to organizational values and demonstration of a professional attitude aligned with the interests of the City of Dieppe and the communityCompliance with confidentiality and information management rules and policiesPunctuality and regular attendanceAbility to perform the duties inherent in the position, including physical requirements, as neededJob performance maintained at a satisfactory levelWORK SCHEDULEThirty-five (35) hours per weekAvailability, as needed, outside regular business hours (evenings and weekends)SALARYBased on the current salary scale for non-unionized staffThe incumbent also receives vacation time, employer-paid benefits and a pension plan with employer and employee contributions.CLOSING DATEThe deadline to submit an application is September 27, 2026 at 23:59.N.B.: The above statements reflect the key characteristics of the position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or requirements associated with the role. All employees may be required, from time to time, to perform tasks outside their regular responsibilities as operational needs arise.Note: The municipality officially declared itself a francophone city offering bilingual services in 2000 (Municipal Administration Language Policy A-9). Because French is the language of work, all employees must be able to communicate orally and in writing in English and French.Revised September 2026 - Human Resources Department

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