Vice-President, Indigenous Partnerships at Build Canada Homes

Duties
The Vice-President (VP) of Indigenous Partnerships will lead Build Canada Homes’ (BCH) integrated, Indigenous-centred approach to supporting housing development and financing across First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. The VP will guide the organisation’s work in generating new opportunities, providing navigation support to communities, and enabling access to financing tools and development partnerships that advance Indigenous-led housing solutions. They will oversee strategies that strengthen capacity, streamline project pathways, and ensure Indigenous priorities are embedded in all aspects of Build Canada Homes’ programs, investments, and advisory activities. The VP will provide strategic counsel to senior leadership, anticipate emerging needs in the Indigenous housing and infrastructure landscape, and steward initiatives that enhance trust, create shared value, and deliver sustainable outcomes for Indigenous communities across urban, rural, northern, on-reserve, and off-reserve contexts. In addition, the VP will lead engagement and partnership development with Indigenous governments, community leaders, housing authorities, financial partners, and sector organisations. They will cultivate constructive relationships that guide multi-sector collaboration, and shape innovative financing and development models tailored to diverse Indigenous housing contexts. They will also play a central role in governance processes, ensuring strong, accountable, and culturally grounded engagement with Indigenous leaders in BCH’s oversight structures. They will monitor key policy, financial, and regulatory developments; prepare strategic briefings and partnership frameworks; and champion initiatives that expand Indigenous housing capacity and advance self-determined community development. ▶ Who we are looking for Build Canada Homes (BCH) is seeking a seasoned leader with a deep understanding of the Indigenous political and socio-economic landscape across urban, rural, and northern regions, including both on- and off-reserve contexts. The ideal candidate will bring a proven record of leading multi-sector collaborations involving governments, financial institutions, and Indigenous community partners, with significant experience in real estate finance and development within an Indigenous context. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong judgement, cultural fluency, and the ability to communicate and engage with empathy, cultural safety, and respect for Indigenous protocols. They will bring experience navigating complex portfolios and leading multidisciplinary teams, aligning partners around shared objectives, and moving projects from concept to implementation. With a strategic mindset and a commitment to reconciliation, they will excel at advising senior leadership and championing Indigenous-led housing solutions with clarity, credibility, and long-term vision.

Work environment
Build Canada Homes (BCH) is a new federal agency dedicated to building affordable housing at scale. BCH will leverage public lands, offer flexible financial incentives, attract private capital, facilitate large portfolio projects, and support modern manufacturers to build the homes that Canadians need. BCH offers a dynamic environment for forward-thinking professionals who thrive on challenge and are driven to make a difference. This is a unique opportunity to join an emerging federal organization. As BCH launches, you can contribute your skills and help shape its evolution while taking pride in supporting the advancement of a key government priority.

Intent of the process
This is an anticipatory process and may be used to staff one (1) position on a permanent or temporary basis, with a linguistic profile of bilingual imperative CBC/CBC, and Secret security clearance.

Positions to be filled
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Important messages
*For those who have already applied, there is no need to reapplied to this process. Your candidacy will continue to be considered as part of this process.*Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application. Only applications submitted online via the jobs.gc.ca site will be accepted. To submit an application online, please select the button "Apply" at the bottom of the page. Should you require accommodations, you are encouraged to contact us early in the process, in order for appropriate arrangements to be made. As part of this process, you are required to respond to screening questions that demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined for this position. Please provide clear and detailed explanations, supported by concrete examples, showing how your experience aligns with each criterion. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate how the criteria are met will be eliminated from further consideration. If you possess experience that aligns with the asset qualifications, you must also address these in your responses by providing specific examples and explanations. Your answers will allow us to assess your application.Contact information for three (3) references. These references must be able to speak to your experience and suitability for this role. They must have worked closely with you within the last two (2) years, and at least one (2) must be a current or former manager. The remaining references may include clients or colleagues who can attest to your professional capabilities. These references may be contacted at anytime during this process. You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be selected for the position. Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the Conditions of Employment throughout their employment. In addition, the Operational Requirements are expected to be upheld.

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Secret security clearance

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The willingness and ability to travel when required and on short notice.

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EDUCATIONED1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

EXPERIENCEEX1: Extensive* experience in engaging and maintaining strong partnerships with Indigenous governments, communities, or organizations across both on-reserve and off-reserve settings, including urban, rural, northern, or remote contexts. EX2: Extensive* experience in structuring and managing complex*** real estate development, financing, or housing partnership agreements within an Indigenous context. EX3: Experience in leading the development and delivery of Indigenous-led housing, infrastructure, or mixed-use projects within Indigenous communities. EX4: Experience in developing and implementing strategies or initiatives related to capacity-building of Indigenous housing or infrastructure development in alignment with Indigenous priorities, traditions, and reconciliation principles. EX5: Significant** experience in managing human resources, including multidisciplinary teams. * Extensive experience refers to a depth and breadth of professional experience gained through a range of related activities acquired over a minimum of seven (7) years. **Significant experience refers to a depth and breadth of professional experience gained through a range of related activities acquired over a minimum of three (3) years. ***Complex is defined as involving at least three (3) of the following characteristics: multidimensional considerations, sensitivity, tolerance for risk, engagement and influence across numerous partners and stakeholders, precedent-setting implications, and substantial impact.

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES KLC1: Create Vision and Strategy KLC2: Mobilize People KLC3: Uphold Integrity and Respect KLC4: Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders KLC5: Promote Innovation and Guide Change KLC6: Achieve Results

ABILITIESA1: Ability to lead multi-sector collaborations involving various levels of governments, financial institutions, and Indigenous community-based partners.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

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EDUCATION (ASSET)EDA1: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in Indigenous Studies, Public Policy, Law, Economics, Business Administration, or Political Science.

EXPERIENCE (ASSET)EXA1: Experience in developing policy related to Indigenous economic development, housing, or infrastructure. EXA2: Experience working within the public sector at a municipal, provincial/territorial, or federal level, or within an Indigenous government.

ABILITIES (ASSET)AA1: Ability to engage in verbal and written communication in an Indigenous language.

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Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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