Program Manager, Homelessness
3 days ago
The City of Richmond is a diverse and dynamic community in pursuit of our vision
to be the most appealing, livable and well-managed community in Canada.
People l Excellence l Leadership l Team l Innovation
Imagine a career with the City of Richmond, a dynamic environment for growth and continuous improvement, fostered by our collective strengths and creativity. We are a vibrant, diverse cosmopolitan city, supported by a strong economy and recognized as leaders in innovation and service delivery excellence. The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community.Program Manager, Homelessness
Overview
Under the direction of the Manager, Community Social Development, the Program Manager, Homelessness provides leadership to homelessness operations within the Homelessness section in the Community Social Development Department and related corporate homelessness initiatives.
The role involves interaction with City Council and the Senior Management Team via the Director, Community Social Development and the Manager, Community Social Development, a range of City departments, senior levels of government, external organizations and the public. The position provides leadership in the City's operational response to homelessness, leveraging City resources and the involvement of a variety of project partners ultimately benefiting Richmond residents who may have insecure housing, be unsheltered and experiencing homelessness.
Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Knowledge of the homelessness sector and related demographics including relevant federal and provincial initiatives research policies programs and community initiativesExperience supervising professional staff and those who work in an outreach capacity within both a unionized and non-unionized context;Experience working collaboratively and building relationships with other levels of government, community members, individuals with lived experience and organizations in order to implement a framework for collaboration and the advancement of shared interests;Experience in the delivery of direct outreach services in a community context;Project management experience including the ability to coordinate major interdisciplinary projects involving complex and politically sensitive issues;Excellent communication skills in a variety of methods including oral presentation to large and small groups; professional report, grant, strategy, and public writing; preparation of technical briefing papers;Effective leadership abilities and interpersonal skills with proven experience consulting, engaging and coordinating with various groups including the ability to participate in strategic planning initiatives and lead public consultation initiatives on complex and sensitive topics;Proven strategic thinker and problem solver with an ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to unplanned requests for priority matters;Ability to work independently, deliver results and exercise a considerable degree of independent judgement within the sensitivities of a political and regulatory environment;Demonstrated strong computer skills and proficiency in MS office, including Word, Excel and Outlook and ability to operate REEDMS or similar content management systems including familiarity with Amanda and Tempest.
Qualifications and Experience:University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in planning, social planning, social work, mental health and substance use, homelessness, project management or policy development.Eligibility for membership in the Canadian Institute of planners and accreditation in project management desirable.Minimum five years of experience related to homelessness, mental health, substance use and/or working with vulnerable populations, multi-stakeholder partnerships, and related areas.
The City of Richmond offers a competitive pay and benefits program, attractive incentives and a compressed work day schedule. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision "to be the most appealing, livable, and well-managed community in Canada," please submit your application by following the instructions below:
The City of Richmond uses an applicant tracking system for candidates wishing to view and apply for available career opportunities. For further information regarding position details and to apply, please visit our website at
We are accepting applications until the position is filled.
The City of Richmond is an inclusive employer committed to employment equity objectives and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest. No telephone inquiries please.
This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
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