Cliff Macdonald Email & Phone Number

Halifax Regional Municipality, Ns, Ca

Mainland, Nova Scotia

 Organize, develop, participate and/or present information and orientation sessions to engage rural employers on the benefits of diversifying their workforce by hiring immigrants In partnership with the community and ISANS provide the training, tools and resources employers need to recruit, retain and integrate newcomers and their families in the community Build capacity and understanding of cross-cultural issues within supporting agencies, employers, Government departments and other… Show more  Organize, develop, participate and/or present information and orientation sessions to engage rural employers on the benefits of diversifying their workforce by hiring immigrants In partnership with the community and ISANS provide the training, tools and resources employers need to recruit, retain and integrate newcomers and their families in the community Build capacity and understanding of cross-cultural issues within supporting agencies, employers, Government departments and other stakeholders Promote and market ISANS’ employer support programs through workshops, meetings, presentations, conference participation Promote Atlantic Immigration Pilot and additional employer supports available to employers when designated Promote, administer and register employers on Skills Match, ISANS eRecruitment tool for connecting employers with job-ready immigrants Promote importance of cross-cultural training and resources available Promote benefits of mentorship to build cross-cultural understanding Connect employers to the appropriate employer support program to meet their needs Stay informed and update ISANS on regional resources/services and partnership opportunities Keep up to date on provincial labour market trends Show less

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Developing a thorough understanding of the BWI team programs and services Initiating and coordinating cross-team collaboration and training, particularly with Employment and Bridging, and Language teams Liaising with STLs/team leads across ISANS to ensure ongoing links to existing resources/supports/programs and providing consistentapproaches Supporting training on NewOrg and appropriate government databases Reviewing timesheets and local travel expenses for BWI… Show more Developing a thorough understanding of the BWI team programs and services Initiating and coordinating cross-team collaboration and training, particularly with Employment and Bridging, and Language teams Liaising with STLs/team leads across ISANS to ensure ongoing links to existing resources/supports/programs and providing consistentapproaches Supporting training on NewOrg and appropriate government databases Reviewing timesheets and local travel expenses for BWI team, for final approval of Manager Answering BWI staff questions when Manager absent, using director and P&C resources as needed Participating in hiring of new BWI colleagues by providing input to the hiring panel Organizing and delivering new hire BWI orientation, mentoring and support Monitoring and providing support to BWI team members on minor client/staff issues, elevating to Manager when appropriate Providing assistance and support to the Manager with BWI reporting and proposal writing Reporting to BWI Manager major business and workforce service delivery issues that need to be addressed Liaising with Manager in coordinating, facilitating, and/or participating in team training, PD, and regular team meetings Coordinating and facilitating (if appropriate, and in consultation with Manager) BWI team professional development opportunities Assisting Manager with implementation of new strategies, programs, policies and procedures Ensuring all BWI staff are keeping informed on labour market trends and policy changes Working knowledge of BWI team budget(s) Ensuring the smooth running of BWI programs Show less

Halifax, Canada Area

Develop and maintain connections with employers in rural areas including introducing and connecting them to the appropriate employer support resources available at ISANS. Promotes and markets ISANS Economic Integration Services throughout Nova Scotia. Liaises with employers around newcomer and employer immigrant training needs. Organizes and develops employer networking opportunities events to create employer market awareness and share best practices. Conducts on-site and online information… Show more Develop and maintain connections with employers in rural areas including introducing and connecting them to the appropriate employer support resources available at ISANS. Promotes and markets ISANS Economic Integration Services throughout Nova Scotia. Liaises with employers around newcomer and employer immigrant training needs. Organizes and develops employer networking opportunities events to create employer market awareness and share best practices. Conducts on-site and online information sessions designed to diversify employer’s workforce. Show less

Halifax, Canada Area

Develop and maintain connections with employers in rural areas including introducing and connecting them to the appropriate employer support resources available at ISANS and expanding the Mentorship Program in Rural areas.

Halifax, Canada Area

Working as an integral member of the Employment Services & Workforce Integration team - I introduce and match internationally educated/experienced newcomers with volunteer mentors in their fields thereby increasing their employability. I recruit volunteer professional mentors as well as work to establish and manage strategic collaborations with organizations.

Halifax, Canada Area

Maintain and develop connections made with employers in rural Nova Scotia through the rural program. This includes connecting them to the appropriate employer support resources available at Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) along with establishing a mentor program for business clients.

Truro, Nova Scotia

• Provide individual guidance and counseling to immigrants creating a customized settlement action plan based on their individual needs• Provide advocacy for immigrants• Refer clients to other ISANS programs/services (ie. Translation specialists)• Organize events that provide networking opportunities for immigrants (ie. Chamber of Commerce)• Provide research and information pertaining to Truro to add to the ISANS website• Provide presentations to local community… Show more • Provide individual guidance and counseling to immigrants creating a customized settlement action plan based on their individual needs• Provide advocacy for immigrants• Refer clients to other ISANS programs/services (ie. Translation specialists)• Organize events that provide networking opportunities for immigrants (ie. Chamber of Commerce)• Provide research and information pertaining to Truro to add to the ISANS website• Provide presentations to local community groups/stakeholders• Facilitate workshops to immigrants Show less

Truro, Nova Scotia

• Responsible for assisting students with disabilities in reaching their academic goals• Provide 1-1 assistance to students in reaching their academic goals• Provide academic assistance to student• Provide support and guidance to the student

Family Studies & Gerentology Ba, Social Sciences

Interdisciplinary Studies Diploma, Human Services, General

Graduated with a 2 year diploma in Human Services and as class Valedictorian.