Specialist, Knowledge Transfer (The Prairies) Full Time

Specialist, Knowledge Transfer (The Prairies)
 Job Requisition ID: 8907  
Language Designation: English Essential 
Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): ZZZ 
Position Status: Permanent Full Time 
Travel Requirement: Frequent 
Office Location: Calgary (AB); Halifax (NS); Montreal (QC); Ottawa (ON); Saskatoon (SK); Toronto (ON); Vancouver (BC)
Salary: Our salaries generally range from $ 78657.14 to $ 98321.43 and are based on qualifications and experience. 
 
At CMHC, we trust you to get the job done. We empower our employees to be fully autonomous and accountable in achieving their results. Employees focus on how they achieve results rather than when and where they choose to work.
 
Here are some of the reasons why we were chosen as one of Canada’s top employers:
 
Enjoy 5 weeks of vacation;
An annual individual performance bonus;
Defined benefit pension plan;
Comprehensive group insurance to support your well-being from day one;
Access to a catalogue of courses for individual learning;
An inclusive workplace culture and environment with multiple Employee Resource Groups and much more!
 
Help make a difference for Canadians. CMHC’s aspiration is that by 2030, everyone in Canada has a home that they can afford and that meets their needs. All of our programs and activities support this singular goal.
 
Be part of an inclusive workplace. Diversity and Inclusion guides everything we do at CMHC. We’re taking concrete actions to eradicate racism and advance equity within CMHC and the housing system.
 
Join the Outreach team where our partners view CMHC as the catalyst for solving housing affordability challenges. 
You will manage the Prairies and the North Outreach portfolio and will act as the relationship manager for your clients located in this region. You will lead the development and implementation of a proactive outreach strategy(ies) to promote CMHC programs, close information gaps and build capacity, and will seek opportunities and efficiency by working with the sector to maximize impact in advancing affordable housing outcomes for Canadians.  
Responsibilities: 
 
Promotes CMHC’s affordable housing programs and initiatives under the National Housing Strategy, utilizing a variety of presentation methods (i.e., virtual or in-person conferences, webinars, workshops, panel discussions, etc.).
Identifies and leads the implementation of a proactive strategic regional plan and, strategy(ies) considering CMHC’s corporate objectives, Government priorities, regional context and key stakeholders’ needs.
Establishes and develops key sector relations with various associations and other related organizations who can help advance affordable housing outcomes.
Understands regional context, housing-related issues/barriers and key stakeholders’ needs.
Identifies opportunities and implements initiatives, in collaboration with internal key stakeholders when needed, to support the uptake of programs, build capacity and to close information gaps.
Works collaboratively with internal departments to provide support and/or exchange information to achieve affordability goals within the given region.
Minimum Qualifications:
 
Undergraduate degree in urban planning, architecture, building science, social sciences, business administration, or related field.
Minimum of five years of relevant experience in the field of housing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills (presentations delivery) to build and maintain key client relationships, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated experience disseminating strategies and tactics.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Good knowledge and understanding of the National Housing Strategy as well as the provincial housing market and trends.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
 
Experience working in the affordable housing industry in combination with knowledge transfer and presentation skills.
 
Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.
 
IMPORTANT NOTICE – COVID-19 MEASURES
On June 14, 2022, the Government of Canada announced that as of June 20, 2022, it will suspend vaccination requirements for federal government employees.  This decision followed a review of the current public health situation, including the evolution of the virus and vaccination rates in Canada. As a result, and consistent with the Government of Canada decision, CMHC has suspended its Vaccination Policy, effective June 20, 2022.  
 
As a result, at this time, CMHC does not require employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.  CMHC will continue to monitor the public health situation and may at any time make adjustments and adopt or reintroduce measures, including mandatory vaccination, attestation and verification requirements. Any such vaccination measures, as updated from time to time, shall form a term and condition of your employment at CMHC.
 
CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our aspiration.
 
 
We are committed to employment equity and actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.
 
 
We sincerely thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. If selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.