Project Officer, Funding – Sustainable Affordable Housing

FCM

. Acts as primary client contact on a portfolio of applications and funding agreements through the project cycle .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$75,577 - CA$85,413 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and evaluation within sustainable community development, with strong capabilities in client communication, contract administration, and analytical assessment of project proposals. Proficient in both official languages, ensuring effective engagement with diverse stakeholders.

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Project ManagementSustainable Community DevelopmentClient Service SkillsAnalytical SkillsBilingual Communication

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Hard Skills

Project EvaluationContract AdministrationEligibility ReviewFunding RecommendationsTechnical Viability AssessmentDocument ReviewDisbursement Request ReviewScope Change ManagementTriple Bottom Line ReportingCapacity Building

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsDetail OrientedSound JudgmentTeam CollaborationPriority Management

Industry Keywords

Environmental ScienceEngineeringPlanningFinanceEnergyWaterMunicipal Solid WasteTransportationLand UseClient Focused

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Acts as primary client contact on a portfolio of applications and funding agreements through the project cycle
Manages internal and external communications, document review, accurate records, and timely processing
Reviews applications for plans, studies, pilot projects, and capital projects for eligibility and mandatory requirements
Guides applicants to improve the technical, economic, and social viability of proposals
Shares relevant knowledge products and capacity-building resources
Facilitates and supports the Peer Review process, including reviewing scores and comments and conducting additional research
Writes and reviews application summaries and prepares funding recommendations
Reviews translated presentation documents as required
Administers funding agreements and contracts, including consulting on terms, negotiating, reviewing, finalizing agreements, and obtaining signatures
Reviews contracts for mandatory requirements and applicable provincial legislation
Reviews and recommends disbursement requests and progress and final reports
Prepares and defends post-approval recommendations, including contract amendments, scope changes, and closure memos
Reviews project results and triple bottom line reports to identify significant results and lessons learned
Shares relevant information with Communications and Marketing, Capacity and Sector Development, Impact Research and Performance teams
Participates in cross-functional GMF, FCM Programs department, and FCM-wide initiatives
Contributes to application and contracting process improvements, including developing and updating applicant tools and templates

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in an environmental science, engineering, planning, finance or related discipline
Minimum of 3 - 5 years of professional experience in project management/evaluation, ideally related to one or more technical sustainable community development area, and in a client focused role
Strong knowledge and experience in one or more technical areas of sustainable community development (energy, water, municipal solid waste, transportation, land use, and planning) is ideal
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent client service skills
Strong organizational skills, priority management skills, and ability to manage multiple files
Detail oriented and strong analytical skills
Sound judgment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
The ability to work in both official languages is essential
Successful candidate is required to live within 80kms of downtown Ottawa, unless otherwise specified
Must be authorized to work in Canada

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements that support productivity and collaboration
Summer schedule (July 1 to Labour Day): 7-hour workdays
Fridays off, aligned with team and operational needs
Ongoing commitment to employee development
Comprehensive range of employee benefits and services designed to support employee wellbeing and development
Modern office space in Ottawa’s ByWard Market and downtown core
Opportunities to travel across Canada, where applicable
Accommodations available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process