Housing SME

Refugee Housing Subject Matter Expert

Provide strategic guidance, technical expertise, and operational support for housing programs serving refugee populations. This role will play a key part in the design, implementation, and evaluation of housing solutions that are safe, sustainable, culturally appropriate, and aligned with local and federal regulations. Collaborate with local housing authorities, landlord, and property management companies in identifying housing opportunities for Afghan community members across the state of Texas. Foster communications with other key stakeholders.  Maintain, coordinate, and track project information, key communications, and decisions made by stakeholders.  Act as point of contact for city teams as they identify housing needs.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Refugee Housing Subject Matter Expert: [Enter$] 

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Refugee Housing Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide expert knowledge on refugee housing policies, best practices, and emerging trends.
• Support program design and implementation, offering guidance on housing options, barriers, and provide solutions.
• Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to identify housing barriers and opportunities for refugee populations.
• Advise on landlord engagement strategies, housing navigation, and affordable housing access.
• Develop and deliver training for staff and partners on refugee housing topics.
• Collaborate with state, and local stakeholders to ensure housing opportunities support clients’ self-sufficiency.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Refugee Housing Subject Matter Expert Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public policy, urban planning, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in refugee resettlement, housing services, or homelessness prevention.
• Deep understanding of refugee housing challenges, HUD regulations, and local housing systems.
• Proven ability to think innovatively and implement housing solutions for marginalized populations.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working with diverse and multilingual communities.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and culturally responsive practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively via oral and written mediums.
• Skilled at cultivating contacts with local stakeholders, housing authorities, landlords and property management entities systems at the local and state level.
• Ability to exercise good organizational and time management skills and the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of housing regulations, including affordable housing requirements and access processes.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills in the oral, visual, and written mediums.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords:

1. Refugee Housing
2. Housing Navigation
3. Stakeholder Engagement
4. Affordable Housing
5. Trauma-Informed Care

Similar Job Titles:

1. Housing Specialist
2. Refugee Resettlement Coordinator
3. Housing Program Manager
4. Community Housing Consultant
5. Housing and Homelessness Prevention Specialist

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.