Health Promotion Representative

Métis Nation-Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) is seeking a Health Promotion Representative to coordinate health promotion activities and support programs within the Health and Mental Health & Addictions Department in Saskatoon.

Reporting to the Health Promotion Manager, you will assist with planning, deliver materials, engage communities, and help track progress, prepare reports, and support partnerships with Elders and knowledge keepers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Indigenous health systems, community engagement, and Métis culture.
• Knowledge of public health sciences, population health, health equity and health promotions strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to organize tasks and manage multiple priorities with guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, cross-cultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination and delivery of health promotion activities and departmental projects.
• Support the development and implementation of health promotion workplans under the direction of the Health Promotion Manager.
• Facilitate respectful, reciprocal communication with Elders, Knowledge Keepers and citizens.
• Help track project activities and support basic reporting on progress.
• Assist with community engagement activities by preparing materials, supporting presentations, and attending events as required.
• Help prepare and distribute health promotion resources and tools for community events and Regional offices as needed.
• Draft and format various reports and health promotion materials using approved messaging and source materials.
• Support the distribution of health information through print and digital channels, including posters, pamphlets, social media, and other tools.
• Provides support for research projects and program evaluations.
• Assist with preparing presentations and documents using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Support relationship-building efforts with internal teams and external partners.
• Participate in team meetings, working groups, and committees as assigned.
• Provide general project and operational support to the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Indigenous health

Public health

Written communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Social Work

Psychology

Public Health

Indigenous Studies

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Health Promotion Representative

DEPARTMENT: Health and Mental Health & Addictions

CLASSIFICATION: MGO-04

SALARY RANGE: $53,060.00 Per Annum

POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Permanent

LOCATION: Saskatoon

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Health Promotion Manager

Brief Overview

Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S) is the government that represents Métis citizens inSaskatchewan, and MN-S Ministry of Health and Mental Health & Addictions is responsible for improving the health and well-being of Métis citizens in Saskatchewan.

Reporting to the Health Promotion Manager, the Health Promotion Representative provides coordination, administrative, and project support to the Health and Mental Health & Addictions Department. The role assists with the delivery and promotion of Health and Mental Health & Addictions programs and services and supports a variety of departmental initiatives as directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, coordination and delivery of health promotion activities and departmental projects.
• Support the development and implementation of health promotion workplans under the direction of the Health Promotion Manager.
• Facilitate respectful, reciprocal communication with Elders, Knowledge Keepers and citizens.
• Help track project activities and support basic reporting on progress.
• Assist with community engagement activities by preparing materials, supporting presentations, and attending events as required.
• Help prepare and distribute health promotion resources and tools for community events and Regional offices as needed.
• Draft and format various reports and health promotion materials using approved messaging and source materials.
• Support the distribution of health information through print and digital channels, including posters, pamphlets, social media, and other tools.
• Provides support for research projects and program evaluations.
• Assist with preparing presentations and documents using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Support relationship-building efforts with internal teams and external partners.
• Participate in team meetings, working groups, and committees as assigned.
• Provide general project and operational support to the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of Indigenous health systems, community engagement, and Métis culture.
• Knowledge of public health sciences, population health, health equity and health promotions strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to organize tasks and manage multiple priorities with guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, cross-cultural environment.

Qualifications

• Education in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Indigenous Studies, or a related field is considered an asset; other combinations of relevant work and volunteer experience will be considered.
• Experience or exposure to working with Métis or Indigenous communities, including community-based or Indigenous health project coordination, with an understanding of the cultural, social, and healthcare needs of Métis citizens across the lifespan.
• Familiarity with Métis culture, history, and governance preferred.

Additional Requirements

• A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation to our downtown location would be required.
• The successful candidate must undergo a Criminal Record Check.
• The Travel requirement for this position is 25%