Education & Early Childhood Development

Classification: PR 17

Competition # 50050

Education & Early Childhood Development

Posting Closing Date:22-Oct-26

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application form, cover letter, or on your resume.

About Us

The French Programs and Services Branch of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) supports the advancement of French-language education and French second-language learning in Nova Scotia. Guided by the principles of linguistic equity, inclusion, and cultural vitality, the Branch works to ensure that Acadian and francophone communities have access to high-quality educational programs and services in their language.

In collaboration with governmental, community, provincial, national, and international partners, the Branch develops and implements initiatives, programs, and partnerships that contribute to the promotion of the French language, the development of the francophone education workforce, and the sustainability of French-language education. Its work notably supports the recruitment, integration, and retention of qualified professionals within Nova Scotia’s education system.

The Branch also supports opportunities for English-speaking students across the province to learn French, thereby contributing to bilingualism, intercultural understanding, and Canada’s linguistic duality. Through its leadership and strategic actions, it helps build an inclusive, equitable, and culturally rich education system that supports the growth and well‑being of Acadian and francophone communities while benefiting all Nova Scotians.

About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of French Program Partnerships within the French Programs and Services Branch, the successful candidate provides strategic leadership in the development of the francophone education workforce in Nova Scotia.

The incumbent plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates strategies and initiatives aimed at strengthening the recruitment, onboarding, integration, professional development, and retention of francophone education personnel. This includes supporting internationally educated teachers, immigrant teachers, language assistants, and other professionals working in francophone and French immersion educational settings.

The incumbent mobilizes governmental, educational, community, post‑secondary, national, and international partners to address current and emerging workforce needs. They contribute to the creation of sustainable pathways into education professions, the recognition and promotion of skills and qualifications, and the development of a welcoming, inclusive environment that supports the retention of francophone personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement,



and evaluate strategies that address current and future workforce needs for Francophone and Francophile educational personnel across Nova Scotia’s schools and educational settings.

Analyze Workforce Needs and Labour Market Trends Conduct research, consultations, and analyses to identify workforce shortages, emerging needs, recruitment and retention barriers, and opportunities to develop new talent pools.

Develop Targeted Recruitment Initiatives Design and coordinate, in collaboration with CSAP and Regional Centres for Education (RCEs), provincial, national, and international recruitment initiatives aimed at attracting teachers, language assistants, and other qualified professionals to francophone and French immersion educational settings.

Support Onboarding, Integration, and Retention Develop support measures that facilitate the professional, cultural, and community integration of new hires, particularly internationally educated teachers, immigrant teachers, and language assistants.

Create Pathways into Education Professions Collaborate with universities, colleges, schools, regulatory bodies, and community partners to facilitate access to education, practicums, certification, professional development, and careers in education.

Establish and maintain partnerships with provincial and federal government departments, post‑secondary institutions, education sector employers, community organizations, and francophone organizations to coordinate workforce‑related efforts and shared initiatives.

Develop International Mobility and Cooperation Projects Design and coordinate recruitment, professional mobility, internship, knowledge‑exchange, and educational cooperation projects with the Consulate General of France, the Embassy of France in Canada, and other international partners.

Manage Projects Provide full project management for workforce initiatives, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, performance measurement, and reporting.

Provide Strategic Advice and Produce Required Documentation Advise management on recruitment, integration, and retention issues, and prepare briefing notes, analyses, recommendations, funding applications, presentations, agreements, and reports.

Represent the Department and Evaluate Results Represent the Department on committees, networks, and collaborative tables related to the francophone education workforce while evaluating the effectiveness, impact, and sustainability of implemented initiatives.

About You

The ideal candidate is a bilingual, collaborative, and results‑oriented skilled with experience in workforce development, project management, and strategic partnership building. They understand the realities of French‑language education in minority settings and French second‑language education, as well as the challenges related to the recruitment, integration, certification, and retention of francophone educational personnel.

The successful candidate has a university degree in a relevant field and at least six years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. They can:





- Design and coordinate initiatives aimed at increasing the availability of qualified personnel in francophone education.
- Engage government, education, community, and international partners.
- Support the recruitment, onboarding, integration, and retention of educational personnel.
- Understand professional certification processes, as well as immigration and international mobility programs.
- Manage complex projects, funding agreements, budgets, and accountability requirements.
- Analyze data and develop strategic recommendations.
- Facilitate consultations and stakeholder engagement tables.
- Communicate effectively in both French and English, verbally and in writing.

The candidate’s leadership, judgment, and ability to build trusted relationships enable them to make a tangible contribution to strengthening the francophone education workforce and supporting the vitality of Nova Scotia’s Acadian and francophone communities.

Language Requirements

You must demonstrate an advanced level of bilingualism (French and English), both written and spoken, and have proven ability to work and communicate effectively in both official languages.

This combination of skills and experience will enable the incumbent to contribute effectively to the Department’s priorities related to French‑language education, francophone workforce development, international cooperation, and the vitality of Nova Scotia’s Acadian and francophone communities.

Pay Grade: PR 17 Salary Range: $3,410.48- $4,005.58Bi-Weekly Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve.

The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under‑represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self‑identify on your electronic application. Accommodation Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act.If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan.

If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more information. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].

📌 Francophone Workforce Development Officer/Agent(e) de développement de la main-d'œuvre, Bilingue (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 The Government of Nova Scotia
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality