Clerk 3 (program Assistant) (young Canada Works)

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Bi-weekly: $1,848.39 - $2,068.11; annual: not spec...
On-site
Bachelor's or master's degree in art education
Experience working with children and youth
Strong communication and organizational skills
The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is seeking a Program Assistant through the Young Canada Works program. This temporary position focuses on supporting the programming team in developing engaging art programs for various audiences while offering the candidate valuable professional experience

Job Summary

  • The Program Assistant will support the development of engaging art programs for children, youth, adults, and special interest groups at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.
  • Candidates must be eligible for the Government of Canada's Young Canada Works 2026 program and register on the YCW online candidate inventory.
  • This temporary role offers valuable professional experience in administration, analysis, and planning phases of museum programming from June to December 2026.

Matching Summary

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The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is seeking a Program Assistant through the Young Canada Works program. This temporary position focuses on supporting the programming team in developing engaging art programs for various audiences while offering the candidate valuable professional experience.

Salary

Bi-Weekly: $1,848.39 - $2,068.11; Annual: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Art Education
  • Experience working with children and youth
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
  • Ability to lead inquiry-based tours

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in arts program delivery
  • Comfortable speaking with diverse public
  • Understanding of climate action themes
  • Ability to work independently and in teams
  • Knowledge of Canadian museum practices

Key Requirements

  • Recent graduate with Bachelor's or Master's degree in related field
  • Eligibility for Young Canada Works 2026 program
  • Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check required
  • Registration in YCW online candidate inventory

Work Rights

Must meet eligibility requirements for Young Canada Works 2026 program

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