Position Summary

CHANGE MANAGEMENT ADVISOR

JOB ID: 6934

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

LOCATION: BURNABY, B.C (Hybrid Position, Advisor can work remotely but may be required to attend in-person meetings)

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

CHANGE MANAGEMENT ADVISOR

$85,649 - $100,764 (Annually)

Reporting to the Change Management Lead, the Change Management Advisor is part of BC Housing's Strategic Transformation Team and is responsible for providing change management and change leadership expertise to lead and enable the achievement of complex cross-organizational transformation and change initiatives aligned with BC Housing’s strategic direction. He/she/they applies change management principles, methodologies, and best practices to create integrated change solutions that improve organizational performance and enable successful adoption of new ways of working. The role conducts interest holder assessments and change readiness assessments, identifying risks, barriers, and success factors across organizational change initiatives. The position develops change strategies and tactical change plans that drive the successful execution of strategic initiatives while maturing the organization’s change capabilities. The role advises Executive Sponsors on effective change planning and change leadership role activation and supports Change Leaders with individual coaching and group development processes to facilitate ownership, commitment, and accountability for change outcomes.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. Master’s degree in Organizational Development, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration (MBA), Leadership, or a related field is preferred. Certifications in Change Management or Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP). Considerable experience in change management or organizational development in a complex organization. Considerable experience leading and managing complex transformational and cross-organizational change, developing and delivering change management discipline that enhances organizational capabilities to lead and manage change effectively. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge in organizational change management principles, methodologies, and tools, project management concepts, and approaches. Considerable knowledge of project management methodologies. Strong coaching and facilitation skills for enabling leaders’ change capability development, engaging cross-functional teams, and fostering their collaboration and alignment. Excellent written and verbal communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to develop effective and actionable change strategies and tactical change plans aligned with BC Housing’s strategic direction, informed by organizational context, and tailored to the unique situational challenges and opportunities. Ability to apply systems thinking to the organizational system to facilitate transformational and cultural change within an organization. Ability to build rapport and maintain trust-based relationships across all organizational levels. Ability to apply a high level of self-awareness, empathy, and emotional intelligence, and demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters. Ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable business solutions, diagnose organizational performance improvement needs, and determine appropriate interventions and solutions. Ability to progress, advise, and support on corporate and branch-level that progress BC Housing's key commitments of Indigenous Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging and environmental sustainability and resilience. Strong skills at applying an intersectional approach to work, and integrating principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging into change planning and execution, including, for example, gender-based analysis and social equity analysis. Ability to learn and understand BC Housing programs and related documentation. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint and other relevant software applications.

How to Apply

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. This information will be used as part of the selection process.

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Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers 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 www.bchousing.org/careers

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 Peoples, 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 hr_admin@bchousing.org .

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.

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

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