Position Posting

Junior Information Technology Analyst
Full-Time Permanent

British Columbia

Vancouver Foundation acknowledges that we carry out our work on the lands of Indigenous nations throughout colonial British Columbia. Our office is located on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Sel̓íl ̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples.

About Us
Vancouver Foundation is a community foundation that serves Vancouver and all of BC. We bring together the generosity of donors with the ideas and energy of people and communities across the province. Every year we fund a diverse mix of grants, both large and small, that help to build healthy, vibrant, equitable, and inclusive communities. Considered a leader in responsive grantmaking and systems change, Vancouver Foundation is the most significant funder of charities in BC outside of government.

As a community foundation, we’re committed to ensuring everyone has a place in our mission. We are on a journey to actively align all aspects of our work — both internally and externally — to our commitment to equity, inclusion, and a more just society.

For a view into our world, please visit: www.vancouverfoundation.ca

About You
You are detail-oriented and passionate about analyzing data and system to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness. You are a strong communicator and enjoy working with a variety of stakeholders on projects while supporting administrative and operational tasks.

You’re ready to join us as we explore and shape how Vancouver Foundation might do even more to align justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion with our culture and our mission.

About the Position
This position reports to the Business Engagement Manager and is responsible for supporting the administrative function of the Information Technology (IT) department as well as supporting organization-wide system and process improvements.

Main Responsibilities

Provide IT Admin Support including IT department expense management, financial tracking and budget reporting.
Support onboarding of new users in collaboration with IT Service Partner.

Plan and oversee projects and support project manager with project artifacts, communications, reporting, and tracking financials.
Communicate with department stakeholders to understand and gather user requirements.
Develop and analyze functional specifications as and when needed.
Gather feedback from end users about system performance, and training needs.
Preparing reports and dashboards that further department development and pipeline activities.
Liaise with IT service partners to clarify reporting requirements and to track performance metrics in- line with Service Agreements and Contracts.
Provide advice and technical training (as needed).
Identifying risks, opportunities, faults, and areas for development within the Foundation's IT framework.
Designing IT solutions and solving issues effectively.
Executing well-thought-out solutions and plans to improve efficiencies.
Developing new IT methods and solutions for the Foundation.
Advising management on technology and/or process gaps, risks, and avenues for improvement with respect to the Foundation’s IT infrastructure.
Strategizing with key stakeholders on how to best align IT systems with Foundation objectives.

Desired Experience/Education/Skills

Education and Experience

Proven experience as an IT Analyst, Business Analyst, or similar role
Some Experience in project management and business analysis is preferred
Knowledge of databases, system security and troubleshooting
Understanding of business practices
Excellent communication skills
Analytical mindset
Problem-solving aptitude
A bachelor's degree in computer science, business information systems, information technology, or a related field (preferred)
At least 3 years of experience in an IT-related position.
Knowledge of databases, data processes, program architectures, and data security.
Skills in designing, reporting, and documenting implementations, and solutions.
Knowledge of industry best practices and experience with both hardware and software systems.
Up-to-date insight into the latest developments in the information technology sphere.
Ability to work independently and knowledge of agile team structures.
Excellent report writing and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.

Core Competencies

Accountability/Responsibility - Models our values. Builds trust by being reliable and authentic.

Follows through on commitments. Demonstrates a positive attitude and energy. Maintains confidentiality of personal and/or sensitive business information. Is dependable and reliable.

Client Focus - Provides quality service to both internal and external clients. Proactively seeks to understand and strives to address client needs and/or issues. Seeks feedback from clients to identify opportunities for enhanced service. Maintains integrity even in challenging client situations.

Initiative - Takes action proactively to address opportunities and challenges. Looks for ways to improve work practices. Respectfully challenges the status quo and current practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Ensures that errors or unsuccessful initiatives are reviewed, and action is taken to avoid future challenges. Acts as change agent.

Teamwork – Actively collaborates with others to produce desired results. Actively engages and contributes to team meetings and discussions. Shows respect for other team members by being open to and supportive of the thoughts, opinions, and contributions of others. Resolves conflicts effectively. Supports and stands behind organizational and team decisions. Accepts and provides feedback in a constructive and considerate manner.

An openness to exploring anti-oppression, decolonization, anti-racism, feminist theory, rights-based frameworks, etc.

Accountability
This position reports to the Business Relations Manager, Information Technology.

Salary
$56,430.00 plus a generous and comprehensive benefits package. Vancouver Foundation discloses entry salaries as part of our commitment to diversity. Salary transparency supports greater pay equity for equity-seeking community members.

Hours of Work
This position is a full-time permanent position (35 hours per week).

Location
Our head office is located in downtown Vancouver. Through our remote working policy there is an opportunity to work from home across BC. If interested, please identify your requested location during the hiring process and we can discuss the conditions required under our policy.

Accessibility
Vancouver Foundation’s office is located on the second and third floors of the building with an elevator for access to the office, and an accessible, gender-neutral washroom. Vancouver Foundation has instituted a hybrid working model, with both work from home and in-office options available to staff.
These options are position dependent.

We are committed to the principles and practices of an inclusive and equitable employment process.
Our goal is to be representative of the communities we work with, and we encourage applicants from communities which are structurally marginalized based on race, colour, religion, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression. We welcome applicants from all communities.

How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we welcome a brief cover letter and resume by September 27, 2022 by applying using this link: https://vancouver-foundation.breezy.hr/p/17c603464955.

We kindly ask for no phone calls please. Applicants will receive an emailed response confirming receipt of their resume submission. Due to the high number of applications Vancouver Foundation receives, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Periodic updates regarding recent postings are published on our career page after the application deadline has expired. We thank all applicants for their interest in the Vancouver Foundation.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $56,430.00 per year

Benefits:

Commuter benefits
Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Wellness program
Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
As we soon enter the fall cold and flu season, VF continues to follow Provincial Health Services Authority Guidelines:

Mask wearing in the office is a personal choice
Follow VF’s Communicable Disease Prevention Plan

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