Director of Policy and Stakeholder Relations

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Support Services Corporation; Greater Sudbury; Hybrid; CAD 96,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Indigenous housing organization in Canada is seeking a Director of Policy and Stakeholder Relations. This full-time role involves providing strategic leadership on Indigenous housing policy and maintaining stakeholder relations, all while integrating Indigenous values. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of Indigenous cultures and have significant leadership experience in non-profits. The position offers a competitive salary of $96,000-$113,040 with a hybrid work arrangement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical & dental benefits

Health Spending Account

RSP matching program

Paid holidays for national events

Training opportunities

Work environment guided by Indigenous culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in a non-profit.
• Strong understanding of the social and affordable housing landscape in Canada.
• Demonstrated ability to lead with kindness, respect, and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance on Indigenous housing policy.
• Integrate Indigenous values and traditional knowledge into work.
• Travel across Canada and internationally as necessary.

Skills

Knowledge of Indigenous cultures

Leadership with empathy

Strong communication skills

Strategic thinking

Policy experience

Education

University degree in relevant field

Master's or Ph.D. (asset)

Job description

Overview

Position: Director of Policy and Stakeholder Relations

Closing: Posting will remain opened until filled

Term: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary Range: $96,000-$113,040

Our Vision is "to lead the design, development, and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the Indigenous community and organizational infrastructures."

Location and Work Arrangement

We are currently seeking a Director of Policy and Stakeholder Relations for any of our offices in Sault Ste. Marie (Baawating), Dryden, Sudbury, Timmins, Peterborough, Hamilton, or London. Residency in Toronto or Ottawa may also be considered. This position operates on a hybrid work arrangement and requires regular travel to Sault Ste. Marie, Toronto, Ottawa, and other provincial, national, and international locations as needed.

Role and Reporting

Reporting to OAHS\' Chief Executive Officer, or as assigned, the Director of Policy and Stakeholder Relations provides strategic leadership, advice, and guidance on Indigenous housing policy, stakeholder relations, and communications. This is done through the integration of Indigenous values and traditional knowledge alongside the western culture in which we also live. The Director of Policy and Stakeholder Relations will apply both urban and rural Indigenous rights, as well as a human rights-based approach to all responsibilities.

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Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services also welcomes and supports diversity including those who identify as 2SLGBTQQNBIA+.

In meeting the objectives and vision of the organization, preference will be given to qualified individuals of First Nation, Métis, or Inuit ancestry, and are asked to self-identify on their cover

Compensation

In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package. This comprehensive compensation package includes :

• Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
• Comprehensive medical & dental benefits;
• 2000 Health Spending Account + $2000 Wellness Spending Account per employee;
• Company RSP matching program;
• Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) include Louis Riel Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Remembrance Day, Easter Monday and Family Day;
• Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
• Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while reciprocally enhancing organizational capacity; and
• A competitive salary in the pay band 9 from $96,0000- $113,040

Duties and responsibilities

To qualify for this role, the successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills :

• Thorough knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions and communities and demonstrated values that focus on assisting people leading to positive and successful outcomes;
• Demonstrated ability to consistently lead with kindness, respect, empathy, and based on the teaching and principles of various Indigenous cultures;
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in a non-profit, with demonstrated experience in public policy.
• A university degree in a relevant field (e.g., Political Science, Public Policy, Indigenous Governance) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master\'s or Ph.D. is a strong asset.
• Thorough knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and communities.
• Proven ability to lead with kindness, respect, and empathy.
• Strong understanding of the social and affordable housing landscape in Canada.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills

Conditions of employment

• Ability to travel when required; if the role is located outside Sault Ste. Marie, the incumbent is expected to travel to the Sault Ste. Marie office once a month for a period of a few days to meet and work with the Team;
• Ability to travel across Canada and Internationally when required;
• Ability to work varying hours / days, if required;
• Initial and ongoing valid CPIC clearance (Criminal Records Check, Vulnerable Sector Search);
• Positive references;
• Current, valid Ontario Driver\'s License and safe driving record; and
• Bondable, if required.

We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Pay : $96,000.00-$113,040.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location : In person