Housing Program Officer - (1 year Term)

Job Title: Housing Program Officer, Full-time, One (1) year Term Position, with the possibility of an extension

Location of Position: Corner Brook, NL

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 35 hours per week

Rate of Pay: Salary under review

Job Description: The Housing Development Officer will be responsible for supporting and administering housing-related initiatives and programs identified in the Qalipu First Nation's Qalipu five-year Strategic Housing Plan. The Housing Development Officer will utilize best practices and evidence-based procedures, including program development, research, analysis, and other relevant resources, to support the housing initiatives of Qalipu First Nation. The Officer will provide core operational support in the delivery of Qalipu’s housing program(s) and provide support to band members in accessing other community-based housing programs.

The Housing Development Officer will provide and coordinate administrative support, statistical analysis, report writing, and funding proposal writing. The Officer will also foster, develop, and provide community engagement and partnership development, and comply with established organizational policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

1. Actively work to connect with community members to distribute information and receive feedback on the housing programs.


2. Assist with overseeing daily housing operations.


3. Prepare funding proposals and applications as required.


4. Strengthen and build partnerships with other government departments, provinces, and the private sector.


5. Actively work with internal and external partners to secure the resources needed to advance housing initiatives.

1. Provide support to band members in accessing other community-based housing programs


2. Provide strategic advice on issues affecting the programs.


3. Collect and maintain statistics and documentation for evaluation and reporting purposes.

1. Actively support the preparation of quarterly, annual, and scheduled reports to management, council, and funding partners.


2. Support effective communication between Qalipu Departments, other Qalipu programs, services, and organizations.

1. Responsible for ensuring that files are stored and maintained as per the Qalipu Electronic Records Management System and Quality Management Protocols, including compliance and performance management.


2. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of projects-based budgets and core housing programs.


3. Assist with the development and implementation of QFN housing policies.


4. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education: Post-secondary education in degree or diploma in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, and Commerce. 

Experience: Experience in working with indigenous population and navigating interdepartmental/government systems would be preferred. The Housing Development Officer will have 2+ years of experience with similar duties and responsibilities, including:

• Knowledge and Experience in program development and evaluation.


• Knowledge of office administration and records management procedures.


• Knowledge of business and management principles and practices.


• Knowledge of strategic planning and project management


• Knowledge of basic economics, accounting principles and practices.


• Community Engagement.

Working Conditions: This position is office based.  The duties are predominantly met during regular business hours. Some overtime work and travel will be required at specific times throughout the year.

Full-time Employee Benefits:

Annual Leave: FT employees - Three weeks per year.

Statutory and Non-Statutory Holidays:
Employees are entitled to 13 days off to cover Statutory and Non-statutory holidays per year.

Summer Office Hours:
Office hours during the summer months are from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday, Friday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.  The schedule starts the first long weekend in May and continues until the last week of September.

Christmas Break:
The office closes down during the Christmas break, this is an added bonus that employees are entitled to. 

 FT Sick and Family Medical:  Full Time Employees are entitled to 12 paid sick/family medical days per year.

Under 2 hours Medical Appointment: Employees may attend an appointment of less than 2 hours with no deductions to Sick and Family Medical.

Discretionary Bereavement: One day off per year for the death of a relative not included as immediate family, a close friend or neighbour.

Volunteer Program:
Employees may volunteer outside of the organization up to 21 hours per year.

Apply: If you are interested in this position, please apply online with resume, covering letter, and three professional references to: https://qalipu.bamboohr.com/jobs/ with subject line: “Housing Program Officer”. Submissions are to be submitted to:

Mrs. Janet McAuley, Human Resources Manager

Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation

3 Church Street
Corner Brook, NL   A2H 2Z4

Deadline date for receipt of Cover Letter and Resume: Monday, June 30th, 2025, at 4:00 pm.

Please note: The following documents are required: Diplomas/certificates for Post-Secondary Education and Training, a Code of Conduct, and a Vulnerable Sector Query is to be obtained from your local police dept.

The successful applicant must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.   

QFN is an equal opportunity employer, in situations where candidates have equal credentials, preference will be given to aboriginal candidates. If you are a member of Qalipu First Nation, please indicate it in your cover letter.