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Senior Specialist Indigenous Policy And Relations

Job ID9A-BF-A9-C8-27-49
CompanyCMHC
Location Toronto (ON); Calgary (AB); Halifax (NS); Montreal (QC); Ottawa (ON); Vancouver (BC)
ProvinceAcross Canada
Date Posted2023-11-08
Posted Until2024-05-06
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryMiscellaneous
Description
About the role
Join the Indigenous Policy and Relations Team in the Senior Specialist role. This is exceptional opportunity will allow you to lead the development and implementation of the functional strategy at a national level for internal and/or external stakeholders. In this position, you will lead intelligence-gathering efforts and provide strategic input into policy, programs, and other government priorities on reconciliation. In addition, you will play a critical role in ensuring positive relationships with housing experts and key associations along with identifying opportunities to inform and communicate policy and key corporate messages and collaborate, therefore helping us make housing affordable for everyone in Canada.

Members of the following employment equity deserving groups will be prioritized for this job: Indigenous Peoples.

What you'll do:
Analyze client needs, government priorities, market trends and information to create opportunities in the development of new policies, programs, products and client solutions that align with CMHC's strategy.
Lead activities to accelerate and establish CMHC's reconciliation action plan across the inner workings of the Corporation.
Build sound relationships and partnerships, collaborate and share intelligence as well as identify and implement opportunities on housing transformation matters both internally and externally.
Provide advice to realign policies, housing finance, programs, data/analytics, research, and practices to restore and support recognition of Indigenous rights and self-determination.
Provide clear direction to internal team members by contributing to key sector plans and establishing shared goals, objectives and/or target and bridge the different perspectives and priorities that will arise due to conflicting views.
Recommend, lead and/or guide complex projects to promote social and economic development opportunities for Indigenous communities and businesses.
Create briefing notes for senior management including analytical and industry insight.
Research and report marketplace and competitive information for strategic planning and review as well as acting as a catalyst for organizational change by building a shared vision with colleagues and influence the translation of vision into action.

What you should have:

Seven (7) years of cumulative related experience working directly with Indigenous communities, governments and associations.
In-depth knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDA).
Knowledge of First Nation, Inuit and Metis housing priorities, economic and political trends, to conduct analysis, solve abstract and complex issues and to capture and balance a multitude of other factors that define public policy and business operating environments.
In-depth knowledge and expertise in a reconciliation environment, navigating complex political, financing, and housing ecosystems and facilitating the implementation of strategic or transformation initiatives.
Experience building and maintaining constructive and consultative working relationships with government, communities, associations, and financial sector stakeholders to improve housing outcomes.
Strong project management skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively; capable of handling multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

It would be great if you also had:
Bachelor's degree or college diploma in a relevant field such as Indigenous Studies or Business Administration.
SalaryOur Salaries Generally Range From $ 97692.52 To $ 122115.65 And Are Based On Qualifications And Expe
LanguagesEnglish Essential
OtherOur commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
We're committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought - and of people - are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion
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