Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·Churchover, Nova Scotia
The Health Promoter works with team members and system partners to address local population health needs and reduce health inequities. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs while fostering collaborative relationships across multiple system levels.
19-Aug-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Public Health Manager, Assistant Manager or Consultant the Health Promoter, works in collaboration with the team and system partners to address local population health needs and to take action to improve population health and reduce health inequities. The Health Promoter collaborates with partners across multiple system levels to create supportive social, economic, and physical environments that protect and promote health. The Health Promoter champions effective health promotion and fosters cooperation, collaboration, and coordination with and between partners.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Bachelor of Health Promotion (or equivalent degree) and 3 years of relevant experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the employer Experience in planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion programs, policies, services, and initiatives Experience in effectively developing and working in partnerships Experience in facilitating public participation and appropriate levels of community Demonstrated proficiency in the Core Competencies for Public Health and LEADS Understanding of a population based approach Demonstrates success in building strategic partnerships, networks, coalitions, and collaborative working relationships with internal and external partners to support Public Health work Demonstrated team-building skills. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary setting with a strong focus on citizen/community Demonstrated understanding of the influence of the social determinants of health and health equity on population health Experience with or knowledge of supportive resources such as health impact assessments Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certification.Hours
Permanent full-time position; 70 hours biweekly Travel to other sites or throughout the province required.
Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.
Compensation and Benefits $35.79 - $44.98 hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning.
Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself.
At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer.
Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit position.
Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.
We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Health Promotion or an equivalent degree along with three years of relevant experience. Proficiency in public health core competencies and a valid driver's license are required for this role.
Market context
Public health promotion roles in Nova Scotia are often tied to community health programs, prevention work, and outreach across diverse populations. Competition can be strong because employers typically look for a Bachelor of Health Promotion or equivalent, three years of relevant experience, public health core competencies, and a valid driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show direct community engagement and prevention experience.
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