Director, Programs & Evaluation

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Organization : Calgary Homeless Foundation

Role : Director, Programs and Evaluation

Location : Calgary, AB, Hybrid work environment

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CultureSmith is proud to partner with Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) in the search for a new Director, Programs and Evaluation — a key leadership role shaping the future of Calgary’s homeless-serving system of care.

The Organization : Calgary Homeless Foundation

Calgary Homeless Foundation is a purpose-driven systems leader dedicated to creating innovative, coordinated, and lasting pathways out of homelessness. As the central hub for Calgary’s homeless-serving network, CHF aligns funding, strategy, data, and partnerships to ensure every resource delivers maximum impact for individuals and families in need.

CHF works collaboratively with government, service providers, housing partners, and community stakeholders to translate policy into real-world impact. Through strong sector relationships and hands-on coordination — including convening more than 20 cross-sector partners weekly — CHF improves responsiveness, reduces barriers, and drives a unified approach to ending homelessness.

Data-driven insights are core to their work. CHF’s best-in-class community data systems support informed decision-making, guide resource allocation, and enable evidence-based improvements across programs. Partnerships with organizations such as the University of Calgary further support research that strengthens policy and practice.

Ultimately, people are at the heart of everything CHF does. They ensure those experiencing homelessness can access the right supports at the right time — from prevention and diversion to outreach and supportive housing. By fostering collaboration and system-level alignment, CHF helps the community deliver not just shelter, but stability, dignity, and opportunity.

How we work here :

At CHF our approach is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and accountability. We believe that how we work together matters as much as what we achieve.

Here’s what you can expect from us—and what we expect from you :

• Ownership Under Pressure : We take responsibility for outcomes, even when challenges arise.
• Constructive Feedback : We give and receive feedback openly, with the goal of learning and improving.
• Pace with Purpose : We move quickly when needed, without sacrificing quality or integrity.
• Healthy Disagreement : We challenge ideas respectfully and invite discussion to make decisions stronger.
• Shared Understanding : Expertise means building clarity for others, not being “right by default.”

Our culture values transparency, inclusion, and resilience. We name real pressures – external and internal - and navigate them together. Interviews and development conversations focus on real examples of how we act when it’s hard, because that’s when our values matter most.

The Opportunity : Director, Programs and Evaluation

The Director, Programs & Evaluation (The Director) reports to the VP, Community Impact (VPCI) and serves as an integral part of the full leadership team providing both strategic expertise and guidance and operational oversight of the Calgary Homeless Foundation’s (CHF’s) funding envelope, evaluation strategy, and program coordination including Coordinated Access and the Day Space Network,

The Director plays a pivotal role in guiding the fight against homelessness by guiding key system-level initiatives within Calgary’s Homeless Serving System of Care (HSSC).

This position leads four interconnected teams : System Planning, Evaluation, Coordinated Access and Assessment, and the Day Space Network and Outreach Coordination.

With oversight of the annual programs budget and responsibility for federal and municipal funding portfolios, the Director cultivates and strengthens collaborative relationships across funded agencies, government, and partners across the system to reduce barriers to housing, improve service delivery, and drive continuous quality improvement.

This role combines strategic thinking with operational leadership, championing evaluation frameworks, capacity building, and collaborative solutions that enhance outcomes for Calgarians experiencing homelessness.

The Director oversees four teams with four direct reports, Managers of the System Planning, Evaluation, Outreach, and Coordinated Access teams. The Director is a critical part of the Community Impact division and works in close partnership with the Director, Data and Analytics.

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How to Apply :

If you’re inspired by this opportunity and believe your experience aligns, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume and cover letter by email or via :

Tony Harvie, Partner – CultureSmith

Email : tony@culturesmith.ca

Calgary Homeless Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace where everyone is welcomed and valued — regardless of race, religion, colour, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

This posting provides a high-level overview of the role. Responsibilities and qualifications may evolve as CHF continues to grow and respond to community needs.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.