Portfolio Manager, WTHS Program - Prince George

PORTFOLIO MANAGER, WOMEN'S TRANSITION HOUSING & SUPPORTS (WTHS) PROGRAM

JOB ID: 5612

REGULAR FULL-TIME

LOCATION: PRINCE GEORGE, B.C

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

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THE ORGANIZATION

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.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

PORTFOLIO MANAGER, WOMEN'S TRANSITION HOUSING & SUPPORTS (WTHS) PROGRAM:

$75,310.90 - $85,593.47 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Women’s Transition Housing & Supports Program (WTHSP), the Portfolio Manager - Women’s Transition Housing & Supports (WTHS) Program administrates funding and works in a collaborative partnership with service providers across the province that provide WTHS Programs. He/she/they provides consultation and support to the Boards of Directors and Executive staff of Non-Profit Societies regarding the effective management and delivery of core services and financial oversight including budget approvals and monitoring.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s in business administration, social services, public administration or other relevant discipline.
• Considerable experience in working with society management or delivery of social services and community based programs.
• Considerable experience developing partner and stakeholder relationships and providing advice and consultation to Not-for-Profit Boards and Executive regarding program management.
• Considerable experience with programs and services for women and children who have experienced violence or are at risk of violence
• Considerable supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the philosophies, principles and practices associated with the delivery of government social and regulatory programs by non-profit societies and contracted community service providers.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of non-profit society governance, management and operation.
• Sound knowledge of violence against women and children and the intersection of trauma, mental health and substance use issues.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the risks associated with working with vulnerable women and children.
• Sound knowledge of issues relating to the anti-violence sector.
• Some knowledge of building structures and systems and an ability to recognize deficiencies.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the annual budget and financial review process.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, consultative and relationship building skills.
• Ability to learn and understand BC Housing’s mandate, programs, and policies.
• Ability to provide organizational development and general management expertise.
• Ability to build successful and constructive relationships and partnerships.
• Ability to provide advice and assistance regarding financial budgeting and contract management practices.
• Ability to summarize and explain complex program information and funding requirements.
• Ability to build dialogue and consensus with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple issues and projects, coordinate with others, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to strategize, apply creative thinking and build on existing and potential strengths.
• Ability to travel on Commission business and work evenings and weekends as required.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle as required.
• Criminal Record Check Required

How to Apply:

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted.

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

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.