Job Description

Competition # : 47178
Department: Growth & Development (Housing)
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 22-Oct-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The drives economic growth and productivity by creating the conditions for communities, businesses and households to thrive. The Department works with key partners to foster a dynamic environment that supports housing innovation and sector development, providing the necessary solutions to grow our population and economy.
The Housing Acceleration and Performance team's mission is to address the urgent need to increase the housing supply across the province while ensuring that new constructions meet high standards of affordability, safety, accessibility, and efficiency. They achieve this by leading strategic policy initiatives aimed at expediting housing development and by overseeing the implementation of building codes and standards.
About Our Opportunity
Are you passionate about addressing the housing challenges faced by Nova Scotians? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Desire to chart new paths that make a difference, AND bring people along with you on the journey? This may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.
We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Strategist. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving our ambitious mandate to advance housing supply across municipalities. You will be at the forefront of shaping housing policies, driving forward the work of the Executive Panel on Housing in Halifax Regional Municipality, leading complex projects, and collaborating with partners across governments and the private sector to develop innovative solutions.
Primary Accountabilities
As a Senior Strategist, you will:

• Conduct evidence-informed analysis on the impacts and implications of existing and proposed policies.
• Review external plans, offering input and recommendations for alignment with strategic objectives.
• Monitor housing initiatives to ensure alignment with approved plans and guidelines.
• Plan and develop critical initiatives, demonstrating strategic and analytical thinking.
• Lead issues management efforts by identifying emerging risks, assessing potential impacts, and developing proactive solutions.
• Provide leadership and advice to engage stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications and Experience
You have completed a post-secondary educational program in a related field and have at least three (3) years of experience working in a policy environment. You understand housing issues and solutions, applicable legislative frameworks, and strategic planning. It would be considered an asset if you were also a licensed professional (Planner/Engineer, etc.) with recent experience in the residential planning and development process. In addition to this you:

• Demonstrate the capacity to look at things from a systems perspective.
• Have a strategic mindset in guiding policy and managing projects.
• Have strong leadership capabilities in managing teams, providing direction, and fostering collaboration within and across departments.
• Possess exceptional analytical skills and the ability to successfully implement complex initiatives.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills in crafting comprehensive documents, briefings, and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equity and diversity in the public service and recognize the value of diverse voices when building strategic plans to meet the needs of Nova Scotians.

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. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
Based on the employment status the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: .
Working Conditions
This position requires the successful candidate to work on-site. Most of your time is spent in an office setting. Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.
Additional Information
This is a TERM employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of Sept 25, 2026. The appointment status ('term', 'temporary' or 'casual') is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate.
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

Pay Grade: EC 12
Salary Range: $3,760.89 - $4,701.11 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.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.
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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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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