Housing Specialist

Grand Council Treaty #3; Dryden; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grand Council Treaty #3 seeks a Housing Specialist to work on the Housing Implementation Plan, develop partnerships, and support distribution and training across Treaty #3 communities.

Responsibilities include leading planning, coordinating events, acting on housing data, and reporting to leaders and committees, with emphasis on collaboration with Band Offices, suppliers, and government partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of housing policies, regulations, and community resources.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of affordable housing policies and funding mechanisms.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with various stakeholders.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with grant writing and funding applications for housing programs.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficient use of office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and online meetings (Zoom, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Treaty #3 Housing Implementation Plan, including monitoring progress, timeline, and deliverables.
• Advance the Treaty #3 Housing Strategy through engagements with Treaty #3 communities, Tribal Councils and other Treaty #3 Organizations.
• Research and support housing-funding applications, agreements, and reporting needs.
• Coordinate and oversee the planning, logistics, and facilitation of annual Treaty #3 Housing Summit.
• Coordinate and participate in regional housing meetings and other housing-related events as needed.
• Facilitate and lead meetings with the Treaty #3 Housing Governance Committee, including meeting materials, follow-ups and tracking of action items.
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of the Treaty #3 Housing Distribution Centre.
• Support the development and coordination of workshops and training opportunities offered in the Housing Distribution Centre.
• Develop and maintain communication with Housing managers, Band Offices, suppliers, contractors, transportation providers, and other partners to support the development of a reliable regional housing supply chain.
• Collect and analyze feedback from Treaty #3 communities regarding the Distribution Centre and identify opportunities to improve the services.
• Prepare reports, presentations and recommendations for communities’ leaders, the Housing Committee, and other partners.
• Foster partnerships with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and communities’ stakeholders to enhance housing resources and advocacy efforts.
• Collaborate with Treaty #3 communities, non-profit organizations, and other housing partners to identify housing needs, gaps, priorities and improvements in the territory.
• Oversee housing budget file and resource allocation to ensure efficient operation.
• Develop and implement performance metrics to evaluate housing projects effectiveness and generate continuous improvement.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to Treaty #3 housing staff, leadership and other stakeholders.
• During an emergency epidemic/pandemic situation, job duties will be reviewed and reassigned accordingly
• All other related duties assigned by supervisor and Leadership of GCT#3.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Grant writing

Housing policy

Budget management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

INTERNAL / TREATY 3 COMMUNITY POSTING ONLY
This position is open only to internal GCT3 staff and Treaty 3 members. Applicants must identify their community. Not open to the general public.

Overview:

The Grand Council “Housing Specialist” will work directly on the Treaty #3 Housing file; exploring new housing projects and developing new partnerships in Treaty #3.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the Treaty #3 Housing Implementation Plan, including monitoring progress, timeline, and deliverables.
• Advance the Treaty #3 Housing Strategy through engagements with Treaty #3 communities, Tribal Councils and other Treaty #3 Organizations
• Research and support housing-funding applications, agreements, and reporting needs.
• Coordinate and oversee the planning, logistics, and facilitation of annual Treaty #3 Housing Summit.
• Coordinate and participate in regional housing meetings and other housing-related events as needed.
• Facilitate and lead meetings with the Treaty #3 Housing Governance Committee, including meeting materials, follow-ups and tracking of action items.
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of the Treaty #3 Housing Distribution Centre.
• Support the development and coordination of workshops and training opportunities offered in the Housing Distribution Centre.
• Develop and maintain communication with Housing managers, Band Offices, suppliers, contractors, transportation providers, and other partners to support the development of a reliable regional housing supply chain.
• Collect and analyze feedback from Treaty #3 communities regarding the Distribution Centre and identify opportunities to improve the services.
• Prepare reports, presentations and recommendations for communities’ leaders, the Housing Committee, and other partners.
• Foster partnerships with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and communities’ stakeholders to enhance housing resources and advocacy efforts.
• Collaborate with Treaty #3 communities, non-profit organizations, and other housing partners to identify housing needs, gaps, priorities and improvements in the territory.
• Oversee housing budget file and resource allocation to ensure efficient operation.
• Develop and implement performance metrics to evaluate housing projects effectiveness and generate continuous improvement.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to Treaty #3 housing staff, leadership and other stakeholders.
• During an emergency epidemic/pandemic situation, job duties will be reviewed and reassigned accordingly
• All other related duties assigned by supervisor and Leadership of GCT#3.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of housing policies, regulations, and community resources.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of affordable housing policies and funding mechanisms.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with various stakeholders.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with grant writing and funding applications for housing programs.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficient use of various office based software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point) and online meeting software (Zoom and Microsoft team).

Human Resources Department
Grand Council Treaty #3
P.O. Box 1720, Kenora, Ontario P9N 3X7
Email: [e-mail]

We thank all those who apply. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Submission of a criminal record check is required prior to the offer of employment. We at Grand Council Treaty 3 are committed to transparency in our hiring process and do NOT use AI in the screening process.