The Government of Nova Scotia
Location
Halifax, NS | Canada
Job description
Competition # : 41731
Department: Municipal Affairs and Housing
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 19-Mar-24 ( Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is dedicated to working with municipalities to build healthy, vibrant, and safe communities throughout Nova Scotia. Municipal Affairs provides programs, grants, and funding opportunities for municipalities and community groups. The Department also provides services and guidance to municipalities in many areas including land use planning, budget planning and finance, infrastructure development, policy and program development.
The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is also responsible for ensuring the availability of safe, suitable, and affordable housing for all Nova Scotians. Our work involves making strategic investments, leveraging new funding, and building on critical partnerships to help further position ourselves to meet current and future housing challenges.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of student housing across the province? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are hiring a Program Manager for Student Housing. In this role, you will lead, develop and implement innovative programs that pave the way for new student housing projects. Working collaboratively with the departments of Municipal Affairs & Housing and Advanced Education, you will oversee the administration, delivery, and strategic direction of these programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
You'll be at the forefront of delivering impactful outcomes and administering grants and loans to strengthen post-secondary institutions. Working hand-in-hand with external partners and reporting to senior leadership, you'll craft innovative programs that not only support strategic planning for on and off-campus housing but also shape the future of student living.
Picture yourself as a consultant; analyzing proposals, and spearheading initiatives that secure vital government funding. But it doesn't stop there – you'll communicate strategies, ensuring our progress is celebrated and our impact is known far and wide. And when it comes to budgets and resources, you'll maximize resource allocation. Plus, you'll be the heartbeat of our team, nurturing relationships, fostering collaboration, and championing diversity in a workplace culture that thrives on innovation and teamwork.
You have completed a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, or other related discipline. And, you have several years of experience in program management, ideally in the housing or education sector.
You demonstrate:
Furthermore you:
The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviors and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment. LEADS Domains include Leads Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions, and Systems Transformation.
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We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Based on the employment status, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.
This position works predominantly in a comfortable office environment with occasional site visits.
This is a term opportunity employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of April 1 2027. The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.
Pay Grade: EC 11
Salary Range: $3,238.10 - $4,047.67 Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].
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