EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Administrative Coordinator

Full-time | 30-35  hours per week | South Shore, Nova Scotia

$26–$30 per hour, depending on experience, education and qualifications, plus benefits

At South Shore Hospice & Palliative Care Society, we support individuals and families across Lunenburg and Queens counties through education, community partnerships and practical resources. We are looking for an organized, compassionate Administrative Coordinator who enjoys helping people and keeping the many details of a busy office on track.

If you take initiative, enjoy variety and like being part of a small, community-focused team, we would love to hear from you.

What you do

• Keep daily office activities organized, including calls, correspondence, schedules and records.
• Provide meetings, calendar and administrative support to the Executive Director.
• Welcome visitors and respond to inquiries with care and confidentiality.
• Help with fundraising initiatives, events, volunteer activities and donor administration.
• Assist with basic financial paperwork, recordkeeping and occasional approved communications or social media posts.

What you bring

• Administrative or coordination experience, or comparable transferable skills.
• Strong organization, communication and follow-through, with a welcoming and professional approach.
• Comfort with Microsoft 365 and a willingness to learn new tasks and systems.

Experience with nonprofits, fundraising, events, social media or basic financial administration is helpful, but not required. You do not need to know everything on day one.

How to apply

Please email your résumé and a brief cover letter to office@southshorehospice.ca by Friday, November 13, 2026. Click here for the full position description.

We welcome applicants with varied experiences and backgrounds. Accommodation is available upon request throughout recruitment.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!