Housing Development Assistant

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society Full time

- Employment Type: Full-time- Hours Per Week: 37.5- Working Hours: 7.5 hr per day- Wage: $27.00 to $30.00 per hour

**About Us**

The **Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society (VAFCS)**supports the well-being of Vancouver's urban Indigenous community through programs and services that reflect and celebrate Indigenous culture. We are currently seeking a Housing Development Assistant to join our team and contribute to VAFCS' various housing projects.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Assist the Housing Development Manager in executing high-profile, community-focused housing projects
- Coordinate and draft project communications, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), and contracts
- Organize team meetings, coordinate scheduling, and prepare meeting materials, including agendas, audiovisual setups, and catering. Record meeting minutes and follow up on action items
- Maintain and archive project files and databases to ensure efficient project documentation
- Handle phone calls, travel arrangements, calendar management, and expense reporting.
- Assist in procurement processes for consultants, contractors, furniture and signage, as required
- Follow up with municipality on permitting requirements in a timely fashion
- Participate in site reviews and attend coordination meetings, ensuring accurate tracking of project deliverables
- Build and maintain relationships with contractors, suppliers, and vendors to support project timelines and standards
- Perform other related tasks as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Prior experience in housing development, property management, or construction is an asset
- Strong skills using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with intermediate to advanced skills
- Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro and experience annotating documents
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail in proofreading and editing
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Ability to manage time independently to meet critical deadlines
- Problem-solving skills for building and maintaining positive relationships
- Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining positive relationships
- A professional, positive attitude as a representative of VAFCS

**Position is open until filled.



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