Job Openings
Want to join our team?
We are looking to hire a Planning & Policy Researcher and a Designer & Researcher to join our team. See descriptions of roles below. To apply please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to info@rehousing.ca.
ReHousing is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
ReHousing is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Planning & Policy Researcher
We are looking for a Planning & Policy Researcher with expertise in zoning regulations, small-scale development, and GIS. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, independent, and comfortable managing projects with minimal supervision.
Location: Remote (Canada-based)
Position Type: Part-time or Full-time (Negotiable)
Key Responsibilities:
- Research and analyze zoning bylaws, building codes, and planning policies related to small-scale housing development across Canada.
- Interpret and summarize zoning regulations for integration into ReHousing’s platform.
- Use GIS tools to map land use, zoning, and parcel data for small-scale housing feasibility assessments.
- Support project management tasks, ensuring timely completion of research deliverables.
- Work independently to organize and synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights.
- Coordinate with various stakeholders.
- Potentially coordinate events or community engagement activities.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Strong understanding of zoning regulations and the ability to interpret municipal bylaws.
- Comfort looking up and analyzing zoning policies across different jurisdictions.
- Proficiency in GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS) for spatial analysis.
- Ability to manage projects independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and reporting.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with housing policy, development feasibility, or planning frameworks.
- Knowledge of small-scale development challenges and municipal planning processes.
- Familiarity with building online mapping platforms or data visualization tools.
Intermediate Designer & Researcher
We are seeking an Designer & Researcher with experience in small-scale housing, zoning regulations, and urban design. This role is ideal for a designer interested in housing innovation, urban policy, and the intersection of design and regulation.
Location: Remote (Canada-based)
Position Type: Part-time or Full-time (Negotiable)
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop small-scale housing typologies that align with zoning regulations and urban design principles.
- Research and synthesize municipal zoning bylaws, building codes, and policy frameworks to inform design strategies.
- Assist in the development of ReHousing’s design catalogue.
- Collaborate on feasibility and urban design research to support small-scale housing initiatives.
- Work independently to manage design research projects, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience designing small-scale housing (e.g., multiplexes, laneway suites, ADUs).
- Familiarity with zoning regulations and ability to translate them into design strategies.
- Strong urban design sensibility, with an interest in gentle density and housing affordability.
- Proficiency in architectural design software (e.g., Rhino).
- Strong graphic communication skills (e.g., Adobe Suite, GIS mapping is an asset).
- Ability to work independently and manage research projects.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with policy research or housing development feasibility.
- Knowledge of low-carbon building strategies and affordability considerations.
- Familiarity with citizen-led development models.
Student Design Research Assistants
We are seeking enthusiastic architecture students interested in housing and design research to join us for summer 2025. If you're interested please send your portfolio and cv to info@rehousing.ca.
