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Generous vacation days for permanent and long-term contracts Flexible advantages program from your first day on the job for permanent and long-term contracts The Project Lead will lead collaboration cross-functionally to support CIHI’s Indigenous Health Strategy. Reporting to the Manager of Indigenous Health, the Project Lead will lead, coordinate and implement priority activities in CIHI’s Indigenous Health Strategy, with a focus on capacity building initiatives to support First Nations, Inuit, and Métis health data priorities. Leads the development of education and promotional material for a wide range of partners including user manuals, guides, video tutorials, e-learning and other instructional documentation, WebEx’s, newsletters, supporting reports, written materials and presentations. and review written products for accuracy and quality.

Leads and supports strategic activities within CIHI’s Indigenous Health Strategy: Capacity building initiatives with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis partners (e.g., supporting Indigenous data requests and capacity building activities)



builds and maintains relationships through meetings with Indigenous organizations) Respectful governance of Indigenous‑identifiable data (e.g., that strengthens CIHI’s approach to upholding principles of Indigenous Data Sovereignty) Leads cross-functional project teams, as required, including project management related activities (e.g., project charter, timelines) taking responsibility for ensuring that activities are carried out in accordance with project plan. Adheres to, and demonstrate compliance with, CIHI’s privacy and security policies and procedures when using CIHI data and information. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of performance measurement/quality improvement and CIHI data sources, analyses, indicators, emerging issues and policy initiatives.

Participates in the departments operational planning and corporate reporting. Participates on external committees and/or represent the Indigenous Health team at conferences and events, as required. Maintains knowledge of current and emerging health and data priorities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis governments, communities and organizations.

Assist in tracking contractor/vendor contracts, invoices and all other related material. Undergraduate degree in Indigenous Studies, Population Health, Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Data Science, Statistics, Biostatistics, Health Sciences, Public Administration, or other relevant area.

Graduate

Degree considered an asset. Minimum five (5) years related experience with capacity building.



1-2 years experience working in First Nations, Inuit or Métis organizations, or in support of Indigenous Peoples. Demonstrated project management skills and experience.

Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor project teams towards achieving desired outcomes. Ability to work collaboratively, and independently with shifting priorities and tight deadlines. Knowledge of Indigenous research paradigms, Indigenous health and social issues and social/political context of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples is preferred.

Knowledge of data governance principles and practices, including principles of Indigenous Data Sovereignty is preferred.

Experience in the use of Microsoft Office and other common office software Ability to meet occasional travel requirements. Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of an Indigenous language or bilingualism in French is an asset.

This role is focused on building and maintaining meaningful relationships with Indigenous Nations across Canada. Preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit). Please make sure your profile has an updated email address that is checked regularly, including the junk/spam mail folder, as we send time sensitive emails (i.e. testing and interview bookings).

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📌 Project Lead, Indigenous Health (Canada)
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