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 Prospect

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, career 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 recruitmen

📌 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