Expression of Interest : Indigenous Council Membership

Canadian Blood Services; Saint John; Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Canadian Blood Services recherche des individus autochtones passionnés pour rejoindre le Conseil autochtone, jouant un rôle clé dans l'engagement communautaire et la prise de décisions. Ce rôle est essentiel pour améliorer l'équité en matière de santé et s'assurer que les programmes soient inclusifs. Les candidats doivent avoir une expérience en plaidoyer et un lien fort avec les cultures autochtones.

Benefits

Honoraires pour participation

Couverture des frais de déplacement et d'hébergement

Engagement communautaire

Qualifications

• Fort lien avec les communautés et cultures autochtones.
• Passionné par la représentation des autochtones.
• Expérience en plaidoyer, engagement communautaire ou dans la santé.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des conseils et recommandations à la direction.
• Participer à des réunions trimestrielles et à d'autres engagements.
• Aider à renforcer les relations avec les communautés autochtones.

Skills

Advocacy

Community engagement

Governance

Health equity

Job description

Term : 2-year term with the possibility of renewal.

Commitment : Approximately 3-5 hours per quarter, which would include time to review materials.

Compensation : We currently provide an honorarium per meeting.

How to Express Your Interest :

To apply, please submit a brief statement outlining your background, experience, and interest in joining the Indigenous Council.

Email : Heather Watts,

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Canadian Blood Services is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples across all areas of our organization. This commitment is essential to our success in fulfilling our mission and achieving our vision.

As we engage and partner with diverse communities across the country, we seek to build and sustain meaningful relationships grounded in respect, fairness and trust.

In particular, we’re working to remove barriers to inclusion fordonors and registrants — which in turn will help ensure that patients of allbackgrounds andidentities receive the best possible treatment and care.

Canadian Blood Services is seeking passionate and engaged Indigenous individuals to join our Indigenous Council. This council plays a vital role in guiding our efforts to strengthen relationships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, ensuring that our programs and services are inclusive, culturally appropriate, and responsive to Indigenous perspectives.

About the Council

The Indigenous Council’s work began in September 2023, and its mandate includes providing advice and making recommendations to the Canadian Blood Services Executive Management Team on implementing the organization-wide Reconciliation Action Plan in four key areas : Acknowledgement & sharing, Learning & Education, Strategies & Planning, Engagement & Participation.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for individuals who :

• Have a strong connection to Indigenous communities and cultures
• Are passionate about health equity and Indigenous representation in public institutions
• Have experience in advocacy, community engagement, governance, or health

Time Commitment & Honorarium

Council members will meet quarterly (with one in-person meeting) and may be asked to participate in additional engagements as needed. An honorarium will be provided to recognize members’ time and contributions. This position can be based anywhere in Canada. Travel and accommodation required for the annual in-person meeting will be covered in addition to the honorarium.

How to Express Your Interest

To apply, please submit a brief statement outlining your background, experience, and interest in joining the Indigenous Council directly to Heather Watts.

First Peoples Group is an Indigenous consulting firm supporting reconciliation-focused work at Canadian Blood Services.

Join us in shaping a more inclusive blood and transplant system in Canada. Your voice and guidance matters!

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply! Your contribution saves lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add [emailprotected] and [emailprotected] to your safe senders list.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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