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Cothrom Cosnaidh | Employment Opportunity

Baile nan Gàidheal is seeking students/youth to join our team for the summer: Neach-beòthachaidh Dualchais | Heritage Animator-Interpreter (Student/Youth)

The Student Heritage Animator, in costume, provides informative, effective and entertaining interpretation of Nova Scotia’s Gaelic heritage and culture through first person (role playing) interpretation; demonstrations of language, culture, crafts, and folklife; and participation in “living history” and cultural and interpretive programming. Applicants must have the ability to explain relevant content in a clear and entertaining way; comfortable speaking in front of groups and interacting with people of all ages and backgrounds; general knowledge of the Gaelic Nova Scotia story and identity; demonstrated skill in the area of interpersonal skills and teamwork; gives and takes constructive feedback; strong communication skills (both oral and written); and friendly, courteous and outgoing personality. Gaelic language, cultural and heritage skills are assets.

Salary is $16.00/hour, 35 hours per week for between 8 and 14 weeks. All applicants must be current full time post-secondary students returning to full time studies in the fall, or current high school students attending post-secondary studies in the fall.

A limited number of 8- week positions are available to youth between 15 and 30, who are not students.

Am Modh Tagraidh | Application Procedure

  • Applications must be received by the Highland Village no later than 4 pm on Monday, May 6th, 2024.
  • Send a resume and cover letter to Manager of Visitor Experience, Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village, 4119 Highway 223, Iona, NS, B2C 1A3; or e-mail hannah.krebs@novascotia.ca. No phone calls please.
  • Please ensure you demonstrate in your application how you meet the above qualifications.
  • In accordance with the Highland Village’s Gaelic Policy, preference will be given to those applicants with a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of Gaelic language and/or a demonstrated interested in learning.
  • Offers of employment contingent upon successful applicant providing a satisfactory Criminal Records check.
  • We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  • All positions are subject to funding approval by external funding partners.

Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village is a part of the Nova Scotia Museum and is operated in partnership with the Nova Scotia Highland Village Society. The Nova Scotia Highland Village Society is an equal opportunity employer.