Executive Director & Strategic Advisor, Homelessness

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & STRATEGIC ADVISOR, HOMELESSNESS

Job ID: 4185

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location: BURNABY, BC

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on ‘Apply’ below.

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• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is making a difference in people’s lives and communities through safe, affordable and quality housing.

And While They’re Here, Employees Can Take Advantage Of Many Opportunities

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians.

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

Executive Director & Strategic Advisor, Homelessness

($144, 892 – $170,461 – Annually)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Strategic Business Operations & Performance, the Executive Director & Strategic Advisor on Homelessness is responsible for leading strategic policy and program development, liaising with implementation teams, and working collaboratively with the sector and BC Housing Operations Branch to conduct ongoing monitoring and provide direction for improvements to social housing programs for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. She/he/they ensures all work is strategically aligned with provincial strategies that address homelessness, with BC Housing’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and applies an equity analysis to all policies and programs that address homelessness. In collaboration with colleagues from across the commission and people who have with lived experience, the Executive Director will lead the BC Housing policies and program frameworks that address homelessness, including but are not limited to: Provincial Homeless Initiative, Women’s Transition and Support Services, Emergency Weather Response, Homeless Outreach Program, Homelessness Prevention Program, the Supported Housing Registry, Emergency Shelter Program, Seniors’ Supportive Housing, Encampment Response Strategy, Independent Living BC and Homes BC.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education & Experience

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, social policy or a related field.
• Extensive experience in the planning, development and implementation of homeless services, policies, and programs, with specific experience area of supportive and social housing delivery for low-income and marginalized communities.
• Extensive experience in developing, facilitating and managing relationships with diverse groups of external stakeholders, Indigenous partners, and marginalized communities, preferably involving a response to homelessness and the provision of housing across the continuum.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Significant knowledge and understanding of the philosophies, principles and standards relating to the development and implementation of social housing and support services, for diverse communities applying an intersectional analysis to policies and programs that considers race, Indigeneity, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, faith groups, mental health needs, and other factors.
• Ability to learn and understand BC Housing’s mandate, strategies, programs and policies in delivering social housing programs across the province
• Ability to lead the formulation and implementation of a strategy and framework for the planning, development and delivery of programs that serve people who are homeless or those at risk of homelessness.
• Ability to construct reports and presentations to ensure clear and effective communications employing best practices in formatting and design. Ability to establish a high level of rapport with staff, management/senior management, Executive, and other internal and external partners and stakeholders and work collaboratively with cross-functional groups to achieve common goals
• Ability to conduct advanced equity analysis demonstrated by a sound knowledge of best practices in advancing strategy and policy in support of marginalized communities and exercise cultural competency.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and share the feelings of another, provide effective feedback and incorporate the perspectives of multiple communities, in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process through advanced equity analysis.
• Ability to exercise self-awareness, empathy and emotional intelligence
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate staff in a team setting
• Effective leadership, consultative, facilitation, consensus building, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Strong strategic thinking, conceptual, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated professional and interpersonal communication skills across a range of channels (written, oral, presentation

As part of our commitment to maintaining safe and healthy spaces, BC Housing has introduced a n interim mandatory vaccination program for all employees. We require proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Individuals who cannot be vaccinated for reasons related to a protected ground under human rights law (such as medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs) may request an accommodation. Upon receiving a request, we may request additional information to determine whether the applicant can be accommodated in the desired role without undue hardship

How To Apply

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. This information will be used as part of the selection process.

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Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in a meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we’re committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities and Disabled People, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .

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