DAS Program Coordinator

DAS PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Job ID: 6550

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location: BURNABY, BC

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

• Join one of BC's Top Employers
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they're here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

DAS PROGRAM COORDINATOR:

($64, $75,143.40 Annually)

POSITION SUMMARY

The DAS Program Coordinator is responsible for performing project administration and coordination duties to support the development and management of a variety of capital planning, capital improvement, asset management, project support services and investment programs across the Province. He/She/They contribute to the planning and creation of timelines, communication plans, and implementation plans. The position performs initial reviews of budget, scope, and resource requirements and monitors performance and progress against established timelines. The role collaborates and liaises with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to obtain information and documents necessary to facilitate project completion.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in business administration, project management or other relevant discipline, including courses in project coordination.
• Considerable progressive experience in project or program coordination.
• Some experience in an administrative or coordination capacity relating to finance, housing, construction, or real estate industry.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sound knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices associated with project management processes and business administration
• Sound knowledge and understanding of database management, asset planning applications, and business tools, templates and processes to support project management functions
• Some knowledge and understanding of building construction and repair requirements
• Working knowledge and understanding of legal agreements and legal instruments
• Ability to learn internal business enterprise applications
• Ability to work independently as well as function effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment, including working under the direction of multiple people
• Ability to plan and manage small projects or portions of larger projects, assign work to team members and lead projects to successful conclusion
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to completion
• Ability to work under pressure in meeting deadlines and changing priorities, while responding to numerous diverse and shifting challenges without compromising the quality of work
• Ability to provide presentations to larger groups of people
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and good judgement when dealing with a broad range of audiences
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships and exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgment when dealing with a broad range of audiences
• Strong analytical, problem solving, conceptual thinking, planning, organization and project leadership skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, Project and Visio)

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact to arrange a call.

How to Apply:

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

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Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

We didn't become one of BC's Top Employers and one of Canada's Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.