Duties
The Senior Partnership Manager is the senior member of a regionally focused team responsible for generating leads, providing navigation support, developing financial partnerships and making recommendations on proposals to build and finance affordable housing at scale. The Senior Partnership Manager advances Build Canada Home’s strategic approach to partnerships, helps build and nurture strong relationships with government and sector representatives, and structures complex transactions in their region. They prepare clear, evidence-based briefings, recommendations, and presentations for BCH senior leadership and provide senior-level advice on partnership opportunities, project risks, and proposal assessments Working under the direction of the Director of Partnerships, the Senior Partnership Manager facilitates access to federal housing tools, oversees the progression of complex or high-impact files, and supports the consistent and effective delivery of housing initiatives across their region*. *Regions include:
Ontario region: defined as the entire province of Ontario.
Quebec-Atlantic region: defined as Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island (PEI), and Newfoundland and Labrador
West region: defined as British Colombia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Indigenous-focused and/or North region: defined as housing portfolios that are specific to Indigenous peoples across Canada, including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. North is defined as Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. ▶ Who we are looking for BCH is seeking an experienced professional to advance affordable housing projects and partnerships across their portfolio’s region*. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience leading the planning, delivery, or oversight of housing initiatives, and of engaging multiple levels of government, Indigenous communities, private developers, or non-profit housing providers. They will be able to analyze complex housing, financial, and policy information and translate it into clear, actionable advice for senior leadership’s decision-making. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to build and foster strategic partnerships, lead the development and management of partnership agreements, while facilitating cross-sector collaboration. Organized, proactive, and adaptable, they will be client-focused and collaborative in leading multi-jurisdictional initiatives and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and modern housing outcomes.

Work environment
Build Canada Homes (BCH) is a new federal agency dedicated to building affordable housing at scale. BCH will leverage public lands, offer flexible financial incentives, attract private capital, facilitate large portfolio projects, and support modern manufacturers to build the homes that Canadians need. BCH offers a dynamic environment for forward-thinking professionals who thrive on challenge and are driven to make a difference. This is a unique opportunity to join an emerging federal organization. As BCH launches, you can contribute your skills and help shape its evolution while taking pride in supporting the advancement of a key government priority.

Intent of the process
This process will be used to staff an undetermined number of positions on a permanent or temporary basis, with various linguistic profiles and Secret security clearance.

Important messages
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application. Only applications submitted online via the jobs.gc.ca site will be accepted. To submit an application online, please select the button "Apply" at the bottom of the page. Should you require accommodations, you are encouraged to contact us early in the process, in order for appropriate arrangements to be made. As part of this process, you will be required to respond to screening questions that demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined for this position. Please provide clear and detailed explanations, supported by concrete examples, detailing how your prior work experience aligns with each criterion. Applicants who possess experience relevant to the asset qualifications are encouraged to also address these in their responses by providing clear, specific examples and comprehensive explanations. Your answers will allow us to assess your application. Applicants that do not clearly demonstrate how they meet each essential criteria will be eliminated from further consideration. Please include contact information for three (3) references. These references must be able to speak to your experience and suitability for this role. They must have worked closely with you within the last two (2) years. We ask that applicants include at least one (1) current or former manager and one (1) current or former subordinate. The remaining reference may include clients or colleagues who can attest to your professional capabilities. These references may be contacted at any time during this process. You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be selected for the position. Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the Conditions of Employment throughout their employment.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Learn more about security screening process.

Operational Requirements

Must be willing and able to travel when required and on short notice. Must be willing and able to work overtime on short notice.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

ED1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics. Note:
Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Learn more about degree equivalency.

EXPERIENCEEX1: Experience leading the planning and delivery of affordable, community, or multi-unit housing projects or initiatives within a specific region*.
EX2: Experience leading the development, negotiation, or management of housing-related financial partnership agreements or land-use arrangements within a specific region* .
EX3: Experience building and fostering partnerships with various levels of governments, Indigenous communities, private builders, or non-profit/community housing providers to advance housing development projects or initiatives.
EX4: Experience providing strategic advice to management on policy or financial investments.
EX5: Experience reviewing, evaluating, and prioritizing loan and contribution applications (underwriting).

COMPETENCIESC1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2: Strategic and Analytical Thinking
C3: Judgement
C4: Collaboration and Relationship Management
C5: Adaptability and Innovation

ABILITIESA1: Ability to prepare clear and concise briefing notes or reports for senior management.
A2: Ability to identify and mitigate risks.
A3: Ability to resolve complex issues.
A4: Ability to deliver client-focused communication and collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
A5: Ability to generate and manage partnership leads.
A6: Ability to offer support and coaching to teams.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

Various language requirements

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

EDUCATION (ASSET)
EDA1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in business administration, finance, or real estate.

Learn more about degree equivalency.

EXPERIENCE (ASSET)EXA1: Experience in researching, applying or assessing regulatory, legal, land-use, zoning, financing, or sustainability requirements in the planning or development of housing projects or initiatives. EXA2: Experience researching and analyzing housing markets, regulation, and legislation pertaining to a specific Canadian region*. EXA3: Experience working with Indigenous communities and the North.

KNOWLEDGE (ASSET)
KA1: Knowledge of the multi-unit housing industry.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Learn more about preference to veterans.