Director of Housing

Responsibilities:

• Oversees the implementation of the work plan to establish the Nunatsiavut Housing Commission (NHC).
• Oversees the establishment of the NHC Board of Commissioners.
• Implement budget for the commission, including administrative, office and human resource requirements.
• Work with Inuit Community Governments to establish Inuit Community Housing Committees.
• Oversee the development of the NHC Website.
• Oversee the overall management of the NHC including administration of programs, bylaws and policies.
• Oversee hiring and administration of all NHC staff.
• Establish and maintain a Nunatsiavut housing information system.
• Responsible for Committee Management and Community Relations.
• Remains current and informed on matters revolving housing policy, operations and other relevant topics.
• Other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Public Administration, Business Administration and 5-10 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience interacting and engaging with community members in a variety of settings.
• Sound knowledge of Housing programs, services, and conditions including land development in the Nunatsiavut region.
• Considerable knowledge of governmental procedures and regulations as they relate to housing development, construction and the management of local Housing operations.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively.
• Comprehensive knowledge of capital planning and budgeting, infrastructure development.

Assets:

• Bilingual in Inuktitut and English.

Location:

Nunatsiavut (Nain, Hopedale, Postville, Makkovik & Rigolet).

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 60 months

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-26