The Distinction-Based Housing & Grants Officer provides leadership in research, planning, and funding coordination to advance housing and capital projects across Saskatchewan. Reporting to the Director of Housing & Homelessness, this role strengthens housing & homelessness project development by producing high-quality housing research, supporting feasibility assessments, preparing funding applications, and managing the flow of information required for successful project planning and implementation.

The role also oversees the coordination, compilation, and organization of data and materials required for departmental reporting needs, including monthly updates, PMC reporting and presentations, MNLA preparations, travel briefs, and inputs for annual workplans and budgets. This centralized coordination ensures consistent, up-to-date information that supports distinction-based planning and strategic decision-making. While housing remains the primary focus, the position may also provide distinction-based planning and funding support to other portfolios overseen by the Deputy Chief of Infrastructure, such as Environment, Infrastructure, and Health & Mental Health/Addictions.

Key Responsibilities:

Housing Project Research & Distinction-Based Planning Support

Conduct housing research, including community needs assessments, demand forecasts, and demographic/environmental scans.
Provide distinction-based planning inputs that inform housing strategies and long-term priorities.
Contribute data and insights that strengthen housing development and policy alignment.

Reporting, Analysis & Documentation

Develop reports such as Housing Needs Assessments, population/demographic scans, environmental scans, and demand forecasts.
Prepare project-related summaries, presentations, briefing notes and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate and maintain up-to-date information for monthly reporting, PMC updates, MNLA preparation, meeting materials, annual budgets, and workplans.
Analyze project risks, resource requirements, and alignment with MN–S housing strategy.
Maintain organized records of research, planning documents, and tracking systems for housing initiatives

Grant Strategy, Funding Coordination & Proposal Development

Identify funding opportunities to support housing and capital projects, including federal, provincial, and municipal programs.
Lead, coordinate and write grant proposals, working closely with the Project Development Manager and Director of Housing & Homelessness.
Prepare supporting documentation such as community needs data, project rationales, and cost summaries.
Track all housing-related grant proposals and ensure reporting and compliance requirements are met for approved projects.
Maintain professional relationships with funders and stakeholders to support long-term housing investment.
Leverage AI tools and other software to enhance research, streamline proposal development, and improve funding searches.

Cross-Portfolio Support

Provide research, planning, and funding coordination for other portfolios under the Deputy Chief of Infrastructure (Infrastructure, Environment, Health & Mental Health/Addictions, Intergovernmental).
Participate in interdepartmental working groups and planning sessions as required.

Strategic Writing & Knowledge Translation

Produce clear written materials including project updates, reports, presentations, and supporting documents.
Ensure high-quality written materials that support decision-making in project planning phases.

Additional Duties

Support the development of annual and multi-year capital plans within the Housing & Homelessness Ministry using distinction-based approaches.
Maintain systems for tracking project development activities, grants, timelines, and deliverables.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Housing & Homelessness

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with a background in business, communications, public administration, creative writing, and/or a related discipline.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that relates to the duties and responsibilities of this role may be considered
3+ years of grant writing, research and reporting experience
3+ years working within the housing sector; residential housing project delivery, or community development.
Advanced computer skills, including knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft Office programs Outlook, Word, Publisher, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong communication skills, including speaking, writing, and active listening skills
Knowledge of social, economic and demographic trends.
Knowledge of government decision processes.
Financial management.
Strong time-management skills along with the ability to prioritize daily tasks, organizational skills, and effective decision-making abilities
Excellent research, analytical, problem-solving and strategic planning skills
Excellent knowledge of fund development for organizations
Excellent organizational skills
Strong people skills
Ability to handle confidential matters with the utmost integrity
Construction and housing experience is considered an asset
Strong project management skills demonstrating the ability to prioritize, coordinate, and meet deadlines on multiple deliverables

Additional requirements:

A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation to our downtown location would be required.
The successful candidate must undergo a Criminal Record Check.
The Travel requirement for this position is <15%
Please submit your application by 11:59 PM on June 19, 2026.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.