Mobilization and Community Engagement Specialist

Cape Breton University (CBU) is accepting applications for a Knowledge Mobilization and Community Engagement Specialist to join a transformative, multi-year research initiative titled Homeward Bound:
Enhancing Healthcare, Housing, and Social Support for Aging Rural Nova Scotians
. Funded by Research Nova Scotia, this 7-year initiative aims to support aging in the right place (AIRP) by improving the integration of healthcare, housing, and social services in rural communities across Nova Scotia’s Eastern Health Zone. This ambitious project brings together a multidisciplinary team spanning social work, architecture, nursing, medicine, pharmacy, computer science, economics, and policy, in partnership with communities, government, and academic institutions.

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PURPOSE:

The Knowledge Mobilization and Community Engagement Specialist supports the Communication bucket of the Homeward Bound NS project
, working under the supervision of Dr. Sheryl Bourgaize (Co-PI, Communications) and collaborating closely with Dr. Alison Grittner (Co-PI Community). The position is responsible for leading the development and execution of knowledge mobilization strategies, coordinating communications across internal and external channels, and supporting the translation of research findings for community, sector, and public audiences.

This is a full-time hybrid role based in Cape Breton, NS. The appointment is for one year, with renewal depending on funding and project needs. Salary Range: $68,000–$78,000 CAD annually

• Develop and implement a strategic knowledge mobilization and communications plan aligned with the goals, values, and EDI commitments of Homeward Bound NS;
• Develop and implement community-engagement strategies in project communities that align with research activities;
• Create key messages and communications materials to support the project’s media relations and public engagement;
• Advise the Communications Co-PI on best practices for knowledge mobilization, storytelling, and community-engaged communication;
• Track and report on engagement metrics, adjusting knowledge mobilization and communications strategies based on feedback and performance data;
• Work in alignment with Homeward Bound communications and branding guidelines (including language the project avoids, such as “patients,” “stakeholders,” and ageist terminology);
• Create and manage content for multiple platforms including the project website, social media, newsletters, press releases, blog posts, and multimedia materials (e.g., videos, infographics);
• Translate research findings and project activities into accessible language for diverse communities and public audiences;
• Coordinate production of print and digital knowledge mobilization products including community reports, research summaries, and multimedia materials;
• Supervise a student worker responsible for managing the project’s social media platforms and website content;
• Prepare briefing materials, progress reports, and communications updates for the Governance Collective and project partners;
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, community groups, and sector partners;
• Liaise with communications teams at partner organizations and post-secondary institutions;
• Identify and engage new community and sector audiences with the project’s key messages, activities, and research findings;
• Plan, promote, and coordinate project-related conferences, workshops, community events, and knowledge mobilization activities;
• Manage event communications including promotion, registration, and post-event reporting;
• Support co-design workshops and community engagement events in coordination with the research team;
• Coordinate internal project communications including team…