Engagement Lead at Build Canada Homes

Job Description

Build Canada Homes- Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada

Closing date:March 24, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Selection process number
2026-HIC-BCH-EA-0518

Salary
$112,834 to $129,017

Level
PM-06

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visitBuild Canada Homes .

Duties
The Engagement Lead plays a key role in supporting Build Canada Homes’ (BCH) engagement with partners and stakeholders across the housing sector. This position develops and maintains collaborative relationships to promote understanding of BCH’s mandate, investment principles, and engagement opportunities.Acting as a trusted liaison, the Engagement Lead facilitates dialogue with stakeholders, provides guidance on BCH processes, and supports partners in aligning project ideas and initiatives with organizational priorities. The role helps identify engagement opportunities, gathers stakeholder insights, and contributes to strengthening partnerships that advance affordable housing outcomes.The Engagement Lead also supports the planning and delivery of outreach and engagement activities, including stakeholder meetings, consultations, and information sessions, ensuring BCH’s engagement efforts are coordinated, responsive, and aligned with organizational objectives. ▶ Who we are looking for BCH is seeking a strategic and collaborative professional with experience in stakeholder engagement, partnership development, or program delivery within complex organizational or multi-sector environments. The ideal candidate excels at building relationships, facilitating discussions among diverse stakeholders, and translating organizational objectives into clear and accessible messaging.The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment. They demonstrate sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a focus on results and relationship outcomes.The ideal candidate is a confident communicator who can engage effectively with internal and external partners at multiple levels. They bring a solutions-oriented mindset, exercise diplomacy and discretion, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. They value continuous improvement and embody the principles of respect, integrity, and teamwork that support BCH’s commitment to strong partnerships and impactful housing outcomes.

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 process will be used to staff one (1) position on a permanent or temporary basis, with a bilingual imperative CBC/CBC linguistic profile and a Secret security requirement. The position is based in Toronto, Ontario, and travel may be required to support stakeholder engagement and organizational priorities.

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages
Persons are entitled to participate in the official language(s) of their choice when applying to this process. 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 will be 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, detailing how your prior work experience aligns with each criterion. Applicants who possess experience relevant to the asset qualifications are encouraged to also address these in their responses by providing clear, specific examples and comprehensive explanations. Your answers will allow us to assess your application. Applicants that do not clearly demonstrate how they meet each essential criteria will be eliminated from further consideration. Please include 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. We ask that applicants include at least one (1) current or former manager and one (1) current or former client. The remaining reference may include a colleague or a subordinate who can attest to your professional capabilities. These references may be contacted at any time during this process. Written communication will be evaluated in your application and throughout the entire 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.

Willingness and ability to work overtime on short notice.
Willingness and ability to travel when required and on short notice.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATIONED1: A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives. The employer-approved alternatives are an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience.

EXPERIENCEEX1: Experience leading the development and maintenance of strategic relationships with diverse stakeholders across sectors, including non-profit/community organizations, non-profit housing providers, non-profit builders and financiers, municipal governments, and Indigenous communities. EX2: Experience leading the coordination of *complex, multi-stakeholder engagement and governance activities. EX3: Experience managing *complex or sensitive stakeholder issues across multi-sector environments. EX4: Experience providing functional leadership on engagement or partnership initiatives that foster collaboration to advance organizational objectives. Definition *Complex is defined as involving at least two (2) of the following characteristics: multidimensional, sensitive, risk tolerance, involving and affecting many partners and stakeholders, precedent setting, having a major impact.

Applied / assessed at a later date

COMPETENCIESCO1: Create Vision and StrategyCO2: Adaptability and InnovationCO3: Demonstrating Integrity and RespectCO4: Collaborate with Partners and StakeholdersCO5: Promote Innovation and Guide ChangeCO6: Achieve Results

ABILITIESA1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing. A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally. A3: Ability to deliver client-focused communication, to promote dialogue and information sharing.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSETSAEX1: Experience developing and implementing engagement strategies within the non-profit and community sector. AEX2: Experience leading the engagement and collaboration of multiple stakeholders across the housing sector and industry.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.