Policy & Practice Analyst

Policy & Practice Analyst Reference No. SHD-ADM-PPA-1126 PURPOSE: Reporting to the Director of Sustainable Housing, the Policy and Practice Analyst will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of policies, programs, standards, and practices that promote quality service delivery to tenants and citizens on behalf of the Sustainable Housing Department. The Policy and Practice Analyst will conduct analysis, develop resources and guidance, and support policy-related issues to reduce departmental and organizational liability, promote consistent practice and advance department priorities, and best practices. This is a full-time permanent position that works in office with minimal local travel required. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Cowichan Tribes offers excellent health and dental benefits and pension plan, with benefits eligibility beginning after one month of employment and pension plan eligibility after three months. The position includes paid training, paid vacation and paid sick leave. Depending on experience, the position starts at $49.43-$52.41 per hour ($89,966.06 - $95,378.42 annually). RESPONSIBILITIES: Policy and Practice Analysis • Develop recommendations for changes and updates on current Housing Policy • Collaborate with the Departments, Director, Associate Director, and Managers to support the ongoing review and improvements to the Housing Policy and service delivery requirements and processes based on the policy • Develop and update standards, forms, agreements, processes, practice guidelines, and other resources that support the consistent interpretation and application of the Housing Policy • Review existing policies and practices in response to new developments and identify where updates and adaptations may be required • Research best practices in design, practice, and policy to inform recommendations; • Maintain regular consultation with the Sustainable Housing team to ensure accuracy and feasibility of policies; • Liaise with other departments as needed to support implementations and best practices Policy Writing • Revise existing policies and draft new amendments for the existing policy • Identify gaps or inconsistencies, address identified issues, ensure legal defensibility and ensure alignment with the organization's strategic plan • Providing tracked changes to existing policy, outlining changes and additions for presentation to the Housing Committee, if requested; provide summary of research finding, and justifications for changes to inform decision-making if necessary; • Ensure clarity of policies and properly frame areas of inflexibility or compliance; Communication: • Edit and design the Housing Policy information documents • Develop communications materials related to policy and laws, including coordinating community information or engagement sessions • Update templates, forms, and other related documents to reflect policy changes; EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (please attach all required documents) • Bachelor's degree in policy, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Law, or related field is required. Master's and/or relevant certificates are an asset. • 7 years of progressive experience in a related role • A combination of education and equivalent experience may be considered. • Experience working with a First Nations organization • Experience working in First Nations housing in an advising capacity; • Experience developing, analyzing, evaluating and implementing strategic and operational policies; • Experience working productively and cooperatively with internal and external stakeholders; • Experience providing policy advice to senior management regarding issues impacting an organization, recommending appropriate solutions and strategies and preparing briefing material; KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Knowledge of Cowichan Tribes language, culture, customs, and traditions or a willingness to learn • Strong understanding of property management and social housing practices and administration • Strong knowledge of processes related to the development of policy • Strong analytical, qualitive/ quantitative research and documentation skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite applications • Excellent project management and execution skills • Strong organizational and multitasking skills • Strong and clear verbal and written communication skills • Ability to interpret complex policy and legal information • Ability to identify and correct compliance gaps • Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships • Ability to synthesize complex information into key messages • Ability to work independently and anticipate needs or next required tasks • Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail • Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling information • Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to submit a current resume, a detailed cover letter and three references to Human Resources by email or in person before the deadline with the Reference No. included. If you are emailing your application, indicate the Reference No. in the subject line of your email. Reference No. SHD-ADM-PPA-1126 Cowichan Tribes Human Resources Department 435 Trunk Road - Unit 302 (third floor) Duncan, BC, V9L, 2P5 Website: http://www.cowichantribes.com/employment Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.