Community and Digital Engagement Assistant

Community and Digital Engagement Assistant

Location: Kentville, Nova Scotia (Travel within West Hants, Kings, Annapolis and Digby Counties may be required)
Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Canada Student Jobs-Summer Position)

Duration: + weeks, 30 hours per week

Wage: $16.20/hour

Position Overview:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Annapolis Valley is hiring a Summer Student through the Canada Summer Jobs program to support mentoring initiatives and community engagement. This is a hands-on opportunity for a student interested in non-profit work, digital engagement and community outreach.

Key Responsibilities:

Contribute to planning and delivering community and fundraising events
Attend community fairs, markets and events on behalf of BBBSAV
Help recruit volunteers
Support group and match activities.
Provide administrative support including scheduling, data entry, and filing.
Represent the organization at public events, ensuring a welcoming and professional presence.
Support and grow the organization’s social media presence
Speak on the radio during weekly announcements
Eligibility Requirements (Canada Summer Jobs Program):

Between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the job.
Legally entitled to work in Canada.
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person with refugee protection.
Possess a valid Social Insurance Number.
Desired Qualifications:

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Previous experience with youth or in a community setting is an asset.
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
Familiar with Microsoft Office and basic digital tools.
Reliable transportation
Social Media experience
Work Environment:

Based at our Kentville office with travel throughout the Annapolis Valley.
Evenings or weekends may be required for events or outreach activities.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter to admin.bbbsav@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca with the subject line “Summer Student Application.” Applications are accepted until Wednesday June 15th at midnight.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: + weeks

Pay: $16.20 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Work from home
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Evening shift
Weekends as needed
Willingness to travel:

25% (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-15
Expected start date: 2025-06-30

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