Specialist, Operational Policy Analysis

About CMHC

At CMHC, the work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to realize a future where everyone in Canada has a home that they can afford and meets their needs.

Our people are second to none. We lean in with courage, band together as a community and try new things to make a lasting impact on housing from coast to coast to coast.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s what you get when you’re a permanent employee:

• 5 weeks of vacation.
• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support in your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more – because when you thrive, we thrive.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment with Employee Resource Groups and more.
• A hybrid work model that lets you balance working from home and nurturing in-person connections by coming into your region’s office at a minimum of 4 times a month.

Join the Multi Unit Risk Management, Strategy & Products team, where our partners view CMHC as the catalyst for solving housing affordability challenges. As a Specialist, Operational Policy Analysis, you will provide research, conceptualization and development of information, analysis and recommendations; lead or act as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; lead the conceptualization, development and implementation of new and/or existing policies, products, services and/or systems; and continually ensure that client needs are met throughout the process.

What You’ll Do

• Obtain input from internal and external stakeholders and clients on issues and opportunities related to policies, products, services and/or systems.
• Lead or contribute to the development of strategies, policies, work plans and risk management for the sector and for other sectors within CMHC, as appropriate.
• Provide expert and comprehensive advice, guidance and recommendations to senior management on the development of innovative policies, products, services and/or systems, including responding to priority issues.
• Develop a variety of written documentation, presentations and briefing materials for senior management and in support of internal and external communications.
• Represent CMHC and, where required, organize or lead meetings, committees, task force / working groups and consultative bodies to communicate corporate priorities and policy positions and to obtain input into, and negotiate, specific CMHC proposals.
• Act as a liaison that clients and stakeholders may rely on to field questions that require innovative responses and solutions related to relevant business areas.

What You Should Have:

• An undergraduate degree from a recognized university in social science, business administration or related discipline.
• A minimum of five (5) years of prior relevant experience in commercial underwriting, policy and strategy development. 
• Demonstrated analytical, creative and conceptual skills to effectively contribute to business objectives and strategic direction.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to speak and write clearly and succinctly in a variety of settings and styles to communicate and defend messages and positions.
• A demonstrated experience building and maintaining strategic relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• A demonstrated experience managing projects and leading multi-disciplinary project teams.
• A knowledge of mortgage and housing markets.
• The ability to negotiate and influence change.

It would be great if you also had:

• A master's degree from a recognized university or a professional designation.

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process.  If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!