The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of skilled, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.

The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.

The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce.

Project

Lead, Health Services in Remote and Isolated Communities

Contract: Temporary Term until June 22, 2028

37.5 hours per week Monday- Friday (core hours 9am-3pm )

Victoria, Oyster Bay, Quinsam, Port Hardy, Tseshaht (any location on Vancouver Island) - Hybrid, on-site. 3 days in office 2 days from home. Travel required to remote and isolated communities.

The Project Lead, Health Services in Remote and Isolated Communities supports regional leadership and teams through project management, and a systemic review of health programs and services in remote and isolated communities on the Island.

The Project Lead develops and leads a variety of projects including development of project scope statements, engagement plans and pathways, and overall project planning leading to a thorough and detailed assessment of the needs of the region to address the issues identified and informed through engagement with First Nations and formal tables, including but not limited to the Regional Table and Health Director Tables.

University degree or equivalent training and experience in related fields, such as business,



science, social services, or healthcare.

Recent and relevant experience in Project Leadership (usually acquired over a period of 5 years) within the context of First Nations health and wellness or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of BC First Nation health and wellness challenges, opportunities and priorities, particularly as related to remote and isolated communities

Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management methodologies, best practices, techniques and tools

Come up with appropriate solutions with minimal supervision.

Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31%

3 weeks’ vacation, which increases with service to 4 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day

Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment

Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our family to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.

The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual salary based on full time equivalent hours.

Internal employee compensation will be determined as per the FNHA Employee Total Compensation Policy.

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