Indigenous Relations Advisor

Position Summary INDIGENOUS RELATIONS ADVISOR

JOB

SHORT-TERM (6 MONTHS)/FULL-TIME

LOCATION: BURNABY,

B.C

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.

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.

BC Housing is committed to providing access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

• 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.

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Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

$86,007.24 - $97,679.59 (Annually)

Reporting to the Director Indigenous Relations, the Indigenous Relations Advisor is responsible for promoting and facilitating partnerships and developing engagement strategies to address Indigenous housing needs and capacity building within the Indigenous sector. He/she/they performs research and analysis to support the development of programs and initiatives to strengthen Indigenous engagement and consultation. The position establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, including Indigenous communities, organizations, and institutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy and Planning, Social Sciences, with a focus in Indigenous Relations Studies or a relevant field.
• Considerable experience in Indigenous consultation and engagement, capacity building and community development.
• Considerable experience working with Indigenous associations and non-profit societies in the delivery of social housing services and community-based programs.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.
• Criminal record check required.

• Works closely with the Director, Indigenous Relations and other key internal stakeholders, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations, and institutions with whom BC Housing partners, including consultation and negotiation discussions with First Nations related to the delivery of BC Housing programs and services. Identifies new areas for partnerships, collaboration and joint initiatives with other organizations and Indigenous communities where BC Housing can have a positive impact on the community, e.g., capacity building and responding to local housing needs.
• Oversees and facilitates the execution of Indigenous Relationship agreements between BC Housing and Indigenous communities, organizations, and institutions. Utilizing knowledge and understanding of Indigenous programs and services, provides support, advice, and consultation to support effective operations of programs and jointly resolve issues to…