WORK WITH PRIDE

Halifax Pride has a variety of staff, contract, and volunteer roles within the organization to assist with festival and society operations. Halifax Pride contract and full-time staff must embrace the values and policies of the Halifax Pride Society.

Roles are designated for persons who identify as members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Successful candidates are also required to be:

a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.

Commitment to Equitable Hiring

The Halifax Pride Society strives to reflect the diverse community it serves. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.

We encourage those from historically underrepresented groups, including Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, individuals from other ethno-racial groups, persons with disabilities, and trans and non-binary folks to self-identify in their Statement of Interest.

If you require any accommodation for the Statement of Interest process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

APPLYING

To apply for any of the positions below, please send your cover letter and resume to jobs@halifaxpride.com by May 1st, 2025 at 5:00pm.

Please include the position in the email subject line.

Please review all job descriptions in full before applying.

EVENT COORDINATOR

Type: contract, full-time, hybrid
Duration: 10 weeks, starting May 14, 2025
Salary: $22/hr
Interviews: Week of May 5, 2025

The Event Coordinator is responsible for overseeing logistical aspects of festival planning and execution. This includes managing event setup and teardown, coordinating with vendors and contractors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and ensuring smooth operations during the festival.

Develop and manage event logistics plans, including schedules for setup, operation, and teardown.
Work closely with event planners, operations teams, and volunteers to ensure alignment on event goals.
Train and manage volunteers or staff assigned to logistical tasks.
Oversee the installation of festival infrastructure and troubleshoot any issues during the setup phase.
Manage the Community Markets and Festival Site vendors.
Liaise with festival partners to coordinate on-site activations and activities.
Act as a main point of contact for on-site logistical concerns during the event.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, crowd management, and emergency response plans.
Coordinate with community partner organizations to ensure smooth operation of off-site festival events.
Work closely with the volunteer teams and operations team to ensure full staffing coverage for all festival events.
Prepare a post-event report summarizing event operations and areas for improvement.
Other tasks as identified.

Requirements

Between the ages of 15 and 30.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Be available in-person for the duration of the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival (July 17-27)

Beneficial Skills

Organizations skills
Multitasking skills
Event planning experience
Crisis management
Flexibility and adaptability

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Type: contract, full-time, hybrid
Duration: 10 weeks, starting May 14, 2025
Salary: $22/hr
Interviews: Week of May 5, 2025

The Communications Coordinator is responsible for managing all communications related to the festival, ensuring consistent messaging across platforms to maximize engagement and attendance. This role involves developing promotional strategies, managing media relations, and coordinating communication efforts before, during, and after the event to enhance its visibility and success.

Develop and execute a comprehensive communication plan to promote the festival.
Create compelling content for event websites, social media platforms, newsletters, and promotional materials.
Collaborate with designers, marketers, and event planners to produce visual and written content.
Coordinate with sponsors and partners to align messaging and branding.
Manage media outreach, including drafting press releases and organizing press or media events.
Serve as the primary contact for media representatives attending the event.
Oversee live communication efforts, including social media updates, live streams, and attendee engagement.
Collaborate with the social media team to develop and execute real-time event coverage, including capturing content, coordinating live posts, and ensuring consistent branding and messaging across platforms.
Collect and share event feedback and success metrics with partners.
Maintain relationships with media outlets and partners for future events.
Prepare a post-event report summarizing communications plans and areas for improvement.
Other tasks as identified.

Requirements

Between the ages of 15 and 30.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Be available in-person for the duration of the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival (July 17-27)

Beneficial Skills

Written communication skills
Content creation
Social media management
Media relations experience

GUEST EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

Type: contract, full-time, hybrid
Duration: 10 weeks, starting May 14, 2025
Salary: $22/hr
Interviews: Week of May 5, 2025

The Guest Experience Coordinator is responsible for managing all aspects of guest services prior to and during the festival to ensure a positive and seamless experience for event attendees. This includes overseeing entry, on-site assistance, and addressing guest inquiries or concerns. The role focuses on creating a welcoming atmosphere and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction throughout the event.

Develop and implement guest service plans, including check-in procedures, and attendee communication.
Coordinate with ticketing platforms to manage registrations, ticket sales, and guest lists.
Serve as the point of contact for sponsors and community partners.
Prepare event signage, maps, and informational materials to assist attendees.
Oversee entry and check-in areas to ensure smooth and efficient attendee flow.
Handle escalated customer concerns or complaints promptly and professionally.
Collaborate with event security and operations teams to address safety concerns or emergencies.
Prepare a post-event report summarizing guest services performance and areas for improvement.
Other tasks as identified.

Requirements

Between the ages of 15 and 30.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Be available in-person for the duration of the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival (July 17-27)

Beneficial Skills

Organizations skills
Multitasking skills
Customer service experience
Crisis management
Flexibility and adaptability

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

Type: contract, full-time, hybrid
Duration: 10 weeks, starting May 14, 2025
Salary: $22/hr
Interviews: Week of May 5, 2025

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for all festival related volunteer planning needs leading up to and during the festival. It will be the Volunteer Coordinator’s responsibility to review volunteer training materials and offer volunteer training sessions, identify the festival’s diverse volunteer needs and duties, create and fill the festival event schedule with available volunteers, and liaise with the festival team to ensure volunteers arrive at their shifts with a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities. The Volunteer Coordinator will be supported by a team of Volunteer Lead with in depth knowledge of events, who will serve as on site volunteer supervisors.

Manage a recruitment campaign for volunteers.
Lead a series of training workshops and one-on-one training as required.
Manage a team of Volunteer Leads.
Consult with the operations team to create a schedule, list, and descriptions for all volunteer positions.
Supervise the filling of all volunteer shifts.
Conduct on site volunteer registration in the days leading up to and during the festival, responding to questions and requests.
Monitor volunteer attendance and send reminders and updates during the festival.
Conduct volunteer survey following the closing of the festival.
Assist with the planning of a volunteer appreciation event.
Other tasks as identified.

Requirements

Between the ages of 15 and 30.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Be available in-person for the duration of the 2025 Halifax Pride Festival (July 17-27)

Beneficial skills: