Location: BURNABY, BC

- Join one of BC’s Top Employers
- Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance

Position Summary

MANAGER, INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

Job ID: 7068

REGULAR/FULL TIME

Location: BURNABY, BC

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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status

MANAGER, INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

$96,964 - $114,074 - Annually

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Strategic Advisor, Intergovernmental Relations, the Manager, Government Affairs is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive government relations program that aligns with the organization’s mission and strategic objectives. He/She/They liaises between BC Housing and orders of government and collaborates closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts to ensure government representatives receive accurate, relevant information regarding BC Housing programs and services and organizational strategy.



The position coordinates and attends intergovernmental high profile meetings and events, digitally and in person. The role provides strategic counsel and advice to the Minister’s Office and Ministry on a regular basis and supports relationships with partner Ministries, local governments, health authorities, First Nations, and housing sector partners.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social sciences, or other relevant fields; or an equivalent combination of academic and work experience.
- Experience working in local government and/or with elected officials, and/or political environments.
- Considerable experience in intergovernmental or government relations with history of successfully handling highly sensitive and complex situations. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.
- Considerable experience in public affairs or government relations with history of successfully handling highly sensitive and complex situations. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Considerable knowledge of provincial government and/or publicly funded social service agencies.
- Considerable knowledge of the philosophies, processes, practices and techniques of government relations, public affairs, strategic planning and program implementation, media relations, issues management, public administration and/or public policy.
- Considerable knowledge of the affordable housing sector

📌 Manager, Intergovernmental Relations (Burnaby)
🏢 BC Housing
📍 Burnaby