Housing Capacity Coordinator - Term

POSITION: HOUSING CAPACITY COORDINATOR - TERM
LOCATON: Gambler – Band Office
CLOSING DATE: April 29/25

The Housing Capacity Coordinator is a key member of the Gambler Housing team and will work closely with the Gambler Housing Manager, Housing Portfolio Councillor to coordinate a strategic housing plan, develop a housing workplan and conduct initial capacity assessments. You will be responsible for overall administrative duties, communication management as well as event logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Manitoba Indigenous Housing Capacity Enhancement and Mobilization Initiative, through community engagement and phased approach process for Gambler First Nation.
• Represent Gambler First Nation as a member of the Manitoba Indigenous Housing Capacity Enhancement and Mobilization Initiative (MIHCEMI) working group and participate in the development of a Terms of Reference (TOR), vision, mission and goals based on consultation of frontline housing personnel.
• Facilitate housing engagement workshops.
• Engage community members to develop and implement a Community Housing Workplan that will assess and prioritize Gambler First Nation community housing needs.
• Work within the existing Housing Committee to review and develop community Housing Policy that is effective and responsive to the needs of the community.
• Provides recommendations to develop/improve policies/ procedures and practices at a community level.
• Provides recommendations to implement and develop/improve safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Coordinate with proper personnel on enquiries concerning requirements of the professional, technical aspects of housing such as Building Code and applicable laws affecting construction.
• Attend meetings as requested.
• Other duties as assigned and/or outlined in the job description.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma or GED.
• Strong knowledge of Sage ACCPAC, Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Understanding of the Gambler Cultural Traditions and practices.
• Strong organizational skills, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills in workshops facilitation.
• Ability to perform public speaking/chair and set up meeting with agenda.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and build effective relationships.
• Sound judgement, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Must have proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to function effectively as a team member.
• Work flexible hours.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Interested applicants are invited to forward a cover letter, resume with 3 references to:
Human Resources
Ph: 431-352-0231
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