Development Industry and Housing Consultant

2 months ago

Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**Division**:
Strategic Transformation Office

**Temporary Duration**:
Approximate Duration: 17 months

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region’s amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region. However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction. The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

**Job Summary**:
Salary Pending Review

Reporting to the Director of Strategic Transformation, the Development Industry Consultant is responsible for planning & executing government and industry engagement and advocacy activities for the residential development industry, to support the Department and the Corporation.

**Education**:

- Post-secondary degree in Business and/or Public Administration, Commerce, Economics, Planning or a related professional field.

**Knowledge**:

- 10 years’ experience in planning, economic development, investment/banking and/or government/business relations.
- Proven ability in the following:

- Establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals and stakeholder groups.
- Public policy analysis and development
- Proven success for development approvals with diverse and challenging projects is preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of:

- Legislative processes at all levels of government related to Planning and Development.
- Municipal planning; functions, priorities and key stakeholder groups.
- Development and investment industry; trends, objectives and risks.
- Pro-formas; preparation and analysis.
- Highly developed research, writing and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to understand and interpret legislative provisions.
- Full member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and Registered Professional Planner in Ontario is preferred.
- Certification as a Registered Professional Planner or equivalent is preferred.
- Knowledge of the not-for-profit housing sector is an asset.
- Other relevant professional designation (investment banking, business commerce, economic development) is preferred.

**Responsibilities**:
**_ Policy, Engagement, and Advocacy. Contribute to and execute the Region's policy, engagement and advocacy strategies and programs for the development and investment industry and the not-for profit sector to drive more growth and affordable housing, aimed at governments (provincial & municipal), other municipal and regional partners and key residential development and investment industry stakeholders. (40% of time)_**:

- Provide counsel to the CAO and Commissioners with regard to development and investment related: trends, new or changing legislation and highly complex and sensitive issues, including recommended actions and solutions.
- Advise senior leadership and make recommendations, which contribute to and shape significant policies, procedures and programs that support development growth and more affordable housing.
- Serve as an expert resource for development information by reviewing legislation and providing recommendations to effected program areas.
- Develop, coordinate and implement development related policies, procedures and programs.
- Manage planning process for the redevelopment of Regional lands for affordable housing opportunities, including considerations of needs assessment, economic development, surrounding uses and proximity to infrastructure.
- Prepare budget proforma for projects; make recommendations to senior management and committees on properties to develop and/or purchase.
- Effectively manage the advancement of sites for redevelopment or disposition for the purposes of affordable housing or

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