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Housing, Homelessness and Community Development Specialist
Municipality: City of Abbotsford This posting closed on

June 1, 2021
at 4:30 PM
Job ID: J0521-0416 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying)
Department: Innovation, Strategy & Intergovernmental Relations
Job Description: The City has a unique opportunity for an experienced, talented and passionate Housing, Homelessness and Community Development Specialist. Working closely with the General Manager of Innovation, Strategy and Intergovernmental Relations, the Housing, Homelessness and Community Development Specialist will manage the City of Abbotsford???s Reaching Home Community Entity function and provide strategic advice and recommendations to senior leadership and City Council for services and programs to address homelessness in the City of Abbotsford. This is a key position overseeing both federal and provincial funding allocations as well as a divisional City budget.

The Specialist is responsible for all homelessness and community social development programs for the City including budget, strategic policy and planning, stakeholder engagement, systems coordination, social housing, special development projects, community social development infrastructure, grant/fund management, measurable outcomes, and inter-governmental / community / public relations with key stakeholders.
Duties: The Specialist works to promote the socio-economic health of the community through the guiding principles of service, integrity, respect, accountability, collaboration, diversity and inclusion. The Specialist has additional responsibility for developing and maintaining Federal, Provincial, Regional, Local and Indigenous Government and Statutory Agency partnerships and relationships. Guided by the goals and objectives of the City of Abbotsford???s Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, excellence and wellness, the incumbent will aid in the achievement of the Council???s Strategic Vision to be the Hub of the Fraser Valley.
Educational Requirements: As the ideal candidate you will have:
??? Knowledge of municipal governance structures, services and programs, and the municipal
relationship to other levels of government, funders and the community with respect to
housing, homelessness, and community social and wellness development.
??? A solid understanding of the federal Reaching Home program and the role of a Community
Entity
??? Fundamental knowledge of social policy, relevant legislation, planning processes,
research/analysis and pertinent subject areas such as housing, social programs, service areas
and operations.
??? Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal
and external stakeholders/partners and various levels of government
??? In-depth knowledge of the not-for-profit sector, especially with respect to capital and
operational needs.
??? Well-developed verbal, written, and technical communication skills with an ability to inspire,
motivate, and build capacity with a diverse range of stakeholders.
??? Knowledge of all significant aspects of granting and funding processes, including the
researching, writing, submitting, implementing, monitoring, and reporting necessary to meet
funder requirements.
??? Empathy and compassion for individuals with lived or living experience of vulnerability and
trauma-informed experiences.
??? A Master???s Degree in sociology, anthropology, planning, public administration, community
development or related field.
??? A minimum of 7 to 10 years related experience with at least 5 years working in a senior
leadership capacity. Strong technical skills are required and the ability to lead and influence a
diverse group of staff, volunteers and contractors.
Additional Information: At the City of Abbotsford, we offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. To apply, please visit us online at www.abbotsford.ca/careers
Address: City of Abbotsford
32315 South Fraser Way
Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7
E-mail: employment@abbotsford.ca
Fax: 604-864-5541
Opening Date: May 7, 2021 08:30 AM
Closing Date: June 1, 2021 04:30 PM

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