Events and Facilities Coordinator

Kelly is hiring!

We are looking for an Events and Facilities Coordinator to support one of our clients in downtown Halifax, NS. This position is responsible for planning and coordinating events and managing day-to-day operations of the office space. You will also ensure events run smoothly, the site is well maintained, and administrative processes are organized and efficient. The position works closely with internal teams, external partners, and vendors to support initiatives.

Please note: this is a 3 month contract with the opportunity to convert into a permanent position if the fit is right.

Key Responsibilities

Event Coordination

• Plan and coordinate internal and external events

• Act as the main point of contact for event logistics and bookings

• Work with vendors, speakers, and internal teams to ensure successful events

• Support business development and innovation-related meetings and activities

Site & Facilities Coordination

• Oversee daily operations

• Coordinate office scheduling, tours, and programming

• Manage vendor relationships, maintenance requests, and facility contracts

• Order office supplies and manage related invoices

• Track payments and work with finance on processing

• Ensure the space is organized, professional, and well maintained

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in event management, facilities management, business, or a related field

• 1–2 years of relevant experience (healthcare experience is an asset)

Skills & Experience

• Experience planning and executing events

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and teams

• Experience using technology for meeting coordination and documentation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Comfortable working in a diverse and collaborative environment

• Basic knowledge of project management principles

Working Conditions (Summary)

• Onsite downtown Halifax

• Frequent computer use, meetings, and coordination tasks

• Regular interaction with staff, partners, and external stakeholders

• Fast-paced environment with multiple priorities

What’s in it for YOU?:

• Pay rate $27-32/hr + vacation pay

• Full time contract with opportunity of permanent conversion for the right candidate

• Weekly pay via direct deposit

Why Kelly®?

As a worker today, it’s up to you to take charge of your career and look for opportunities to learn, grow and achieve your potential. Helping you find what’s next is what we’re all about. We know what’s going on in the evolving world of work—just ask the nearly 500,000 people we employ each year. Connecting with us means getting the support, guidance and opportunities needed to take your career where you may have never imagined.

About Kelly®

At Kelly, we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/non-traditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live. Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels and industries around the world.

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.