Job Description

Competition # : 41129

Department: Municipal Affairs and Housing

Location: HALIFAX

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b29-Dec-23 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is the primary housing delivery agency in Nova Scotia. The Department 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.

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About Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Federal-Provincial / Territorial FPT) Relations, the National Housing Strategy Analyst works in the Housing Strategy & Policy division, providing specialized oversight and coordination of agreements flowing Bilateral Agreement funding to third parties; implementing and monitoring Action Plan commitments and strategic goals; supporting the Department\xe2\x80\x99s participation in the FPT Housing Forum; and advising and supporting leadership on matters related to the intergovernmental housing agreements. You will support the development and implementation of a agreement management systems and support program staff to administer agreements in accordance agreement requirements. You will coordinate progress reporting on the NHS Bilateral agreement and other intergovernmental agreements, help to ensure compliance, progress towards strategic goals, and responsible and transparent use of public funds.

Primary Accountabilities

A few of your key responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the development of Action Plans and strategic planning in matters related to the National Housing Strategy
• Supporting the Department\xe2\x80\x99s agreement compliance management activities (deadlines, reporting, etc.)
• Reviewing and assessing contribution agreements for adherence to requirements
• Entering, reviewing, and validating key data points
• Supporting outreach and training activities for program teams
• Supporting periodic review of contribution agreements, reporting templates, and other documents related to the contribution agreement management framework, with a view toward continuous improvement.
• Contributing to the development of provincial negotiating priorities and supporting the Department\xe2\x80\x99s participation in the FPT Forum and other intergovernmental initiatives, including drafting effective briefing materials and making strategic recommendations.
• Participating in FPT Housing Forum working groups and supporting collaboration within and among governments on housing-related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

You have completed a related bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in a related field and have five (5) years of related experience. You have demonstrated success in data analytics along with project management abilities.

Familiarity with the following will be considered an asset:

• Compliance and risk management experience
• Legal experience
• Presentation and training skills

You are a self-starter and an innovative thinker who is solutions oriented. You analyze and present information in a clear and concise manner. You have well developed planning and organizational skills, coupled with the ability to multi-task and adapt in this fast-paced environment with competing priorities and strict deadlines. You pay attention to detail and effectively interpret and apply policy and process.

You have proven experience maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders and staff. You exercise sound judgement and a high degree of professionalism when providing technical advice. You communicate for maximum results, consistently maintain a courteous disposition, and hold a high standard for client and customer service. You are a self-motivated individual who works both independently with minimal supervision and participates fully as an effective team player.

You must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite and demonstrate a good understanding of computer technologies. A working knowledge of services and programs offered by the Department along with government policies, procedures, and procurement processes is ideal.

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.

Equivalency

We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Equivalencies include, but are not limited to:

• A related master\xe2\x80\x99s degree and three (3) years of related experience

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, 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 to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily based in an office environment with a requirement to travel to worksite locations. Work is performed in an office environment where a stressful working environment may be present.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 13

Salary Range: $2,543.38 - $3,091.70 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.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. 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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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