Opportunities

Salary Information

HL22 - $76,523.00 - $99,480.00 per annum.

Duties and Responsibilities

A major new initiative led Atlantic Colleges Atlantique (ACA) is focused on growing the green buildings and retrofits workforce across Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. Running from 2025 to 2028, the project will deliver training through two new programs—Atlantic Canada Green Seal Certification and Orientation to the Green Buildings and Retrofits Sector.

These programs will support diverse learner groups, including high school students, mid-career workers, and individuals currently out of education or employment. Training will be delivered flexibly through mobile training units and supported by wraparound services. This is an exciting opportunity to help drive the transition to a net-zero economy and support inclusive, sustainable job creation across Atlantic Canada.

College of the North Atlantic is seeking a Project Manager to take a lead role in coordinating this multi-year, multi-institutional initiative.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee Program Operations: Manage daily activities for Green Seal Certification and Orientation programs.
• Coordinate Curriculum Logistics: Support micro-credential development and version control.
• Facilitate Steering Committee: Organize meetings, prepare materials, and track follow-ups.
• Monitor Progress & KPIs: Track deliverables and support internal reporting.
• Manage Communication: Ensure consistent updates across institutions using shared tools.
• Support Outreach & Training: Assist with faculty training, outreach, and deployment of tools.
• Assist Budget & Procurement: Track expenses and coordinate vendor processes.
• Contribute to Reporting: Help draft reports and knowledge-sharing materials.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Screening Criteria

• A degree in project management, education, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience in coordinating or managing projects.
• Experience with sustainability principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate in French to enhances inclusive and accessible engagement with stakeholders (asset).
• Project management training or certifications (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) (asset).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of Sustainability Initiatives.
• Familiarity with Atlantic Canada’s college system and programs.
• Knowledge of relevant software and platforms.
• Project coordination and management abilities.
• Ability to effectively exchange information.
• Analytical skills.
• Ability to manage time and tasks.
• Data analysis and reporting skills.
• Relationship building.
• Professionalism.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This position provides flexibility in location, with consideration being given to candidates requesting to work from any one of our campuses throughout the province.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sarah Gaudon, Selection Board Chair, by email at sarah.gaudon@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!