Senior Program Analyst

BC Housing; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Employer status

Great benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

BC Housing in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Senior Program Analyst to support affordable housing program planning. You will lead complex analytical projects, including financial analysis, policy review, and recommendations to improve service delivery across the province.

The role requires strong quantitative skills, stakeholder consultation experience, and the ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams on tight milestones. This is a short-term, full-time position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, public policy, social sciences, economics or related field.
• Considerable experience leading complex analytical research projects with stakeholder consultations.
• Experience in public policy analysis, program design/evaluation or complex financial analysis in housing or real property.
• Equivalent education, training and experience may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex analytical projects on housing programs and funding.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis and forecasting for housing initiatives.
• Develop recommendations for policy and service delivery options.
• Coordinate with staff and external partners to meet milestones.

Skills

Financial analysis

Policy analysis

Stakeholder consultations

Leadership

Analytical research

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning/public policy/economics or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Outlook

PowerPoint

Project

Job description

SHORT-TERM (APRX UP TO 18 MONTHS UNTIL OCT 3, 2027)/FULL-TIME

Location: BURNABY, BC

($77,381.86 - $89,848.11 Annually)

• Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
• 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.

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.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Program Analysis, the Senior Program Analyst supports the Commission’s program planning function to improve the delivery and management of affordable housing programs across the province. He/She/They assumes a leadership role on complex projects, including in-depth financial analysis of complex issues within housing projects and portfolios, the analysis of current and proposed policies, programs and legislation, and the development of recommendations for policy/program alternatives and service delivery options in meeting the strategic priorities of the Commission and government.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, public policy, social sciences, economics or other related field.
• Considerable experience in leading complex analytical research projects, including stakeholder consultations, preparing reports and providing recommendations.
• Considerable experience in public policy analysis, program design/ evaluation or complex financial analysis particularly in the field of housing or real property.
• or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.
• Criminal Record Check Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices and techniques of planning and conducting complex and multi-dimensional projects
• Considerable knowledge of provincial housing programs, subsidy models and supporting resources such as program frameworks, guides and agreements
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of financial analysis and forecasting.
• Sound knowledge of the principles of loan underwriting
• Sound knowledge of basic accounting in a non-profit environment, including the ability to analyze audited financial statements an asset
• Considerable knowledge of social housing and social pol icy
• Strong quantitative analysis skill and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead and coordinate complex projects involving extensive consultation with staff and external groups, tracking key deliverables and milestones, and identifying key measures of success
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work to meet competing deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal staff and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical abilities including intersectional analysis, research, problem-solving and organizational skills, and a proven ability to reason through complex issues
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including an ability to present information clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences, including senior management and external partners.
• Strong leadership skills
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project)
• Please Note: Successful applicant(s) are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and are required to maintain Security Clearance throughout their employment.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact [e-mail] to arrange a call.

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 People, People with Disabilities, people 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 [e-mail].

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. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• 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.