POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Regional Development Services, the Development Coordinator is responsible for providing research, analysis and coordination support for development projects within the assigned region. He/she/they undertakes or coordinates small and/or less complex aspects of projects, as assigned. The position will work closely with a project team and partners to achieve project objectives.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in business administration, project management or other relevant field, including courses in project coordination.
• Considerable progressive experience in project coordination.
• 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, business tools, templates and processes to support project management functions
• Some knowledge and understanding of building construction
• Some knowledge and understanding of legal agreements
• Ability to learn internal business enterprise applications such as JEDI, CPS, Webfocus, AP and CLMS
• 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 audience
• Excellent 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
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, conceptual thinking, planning, organization and project leadership skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook, MS Project and Visio.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle

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.

• Due to the nature of this role, a valid class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required.

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