Community Engagement Coordinator - Nuu-chah-nulth

First Nations Health Authority; Ladysmith; Hybrid; CAD 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to enhance health governance and system transformation for First Nations. This role involves coordinating health director tables and supporting community engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Health Sciences or related fields and have significant experience in community coordination. Join a diverse and innovative team committed to improving health outcomes and promoting cultural safety. This position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a range of employee benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about community wellness.

Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

3 weeks vacation

5 personal days

Health Care Spending Account

14 public holidays

Qualifications

• University degree in Health Sciences, Education, or Social Services.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in community support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Nuu-chah-nulth Health Director Tables.
• Provide logistical support to regional caucuses and health engagement activities.

Skills

Community Coordination

Health Governance

Cultural Competency

Logistical Support

Education

University degree in Health Sciences

Specialization in Education or Social Services

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Job description

About Us

FNHA Overview

The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, 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.

FNHA is proud to have been named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. Learn more about why we were selected here.

Our team values respect, discipline, relationships, culture, excellence and fairness. We commit to treating each other with dignity and generosity and being responsive to one another. Our holistic approach to wellness is based on our individual teachings and is incorporated into all aspects of our work culture.

Title: Community Engagement Coordinator

Salary: $64,972 – $81,215 - $89,337 per year (pay range explained below)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 Hours, Monday – Friday (core hours 9am – 3pm)

Location: Tseshaht-Port Alberni, Vancouver Island – Hybrid working is an option in line with FNHA’s flex work policy.

About The Role

As Community Engagement Coordinator, you will support the Vancouver Island Regional Engagement Pathways established to inform participation, partnership, and leadership of the Vancouver Island First Nations in health governance and health system transformation for the improved health and wellbeing of our people, families, and communities. The main responsibilities of the Nuu-chah-nulth Community Engagement Coordinator include the following:

1. Coordinate Nuu-chah-nulth Health Director Tables.
2. Coordinate and provide logistical support to the sub-regional caucuses involving communities within the Nuu-chah-nulth area.
3. Coordinate and provide logistical support to the Vancouver Island Regional Caucus.
4. Participate in health engagement activities of the Regional Health Authority specific to the area or sub-region.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have/be:

1. A University degree with specialization in Health Sciences, Education or Social Services or a related field, or an acceptable combination of education, training, and professional experience.
2. Relevant, recent, and significant experience in the provision of coordination support to First Nation communities (usually acquired over a 3-5 year period), or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
3. A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.

Please refer to Job Specification section of the Job Description for more details.
Working at FNHA

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

1. Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31% (after 3 months)
2. 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 and National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
3. Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment.

The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.

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. Incumbents are typically hired, transferred, or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience in relation to the role requirements. The top 10% of the pay range is for the incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level. Internal employee compensation will be determined as per the FNHA Employee Total Compensation Policy.

How To Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button.

Closing Date: Open until filled.

For more information about us, please visit: www.fnha.ca/about/work-with-us

For information about Cultural Safety and Humility (fnha.ca) and for information about Land Acknowledgements.

If you have any inquiries or issues please contact FNHA Recruitment at [e-mail].

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