Project Developer

First Nations Health Authority; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative health organization seeks a Project Developer to enhance community-led health initiatives. This role involves collaborating with First Nations partners to develop health emergency management projects and toxic drug responses. You will provide mentorship, strategic planning, and project coordination, ensuring culturally safe practices are at the forefront. Join a dedicated team committed to improving health outcomes and making a meaningful impact in the community. This is your chance to be part of a transformative journey in health and wellness!

Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

3 Weeks Vacation

5 Personal Days

Health Care Spending Account

14 Public Holidays

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in policy or project development.
• Experience working with First Nations health programs.

Responsibilities

• Support development of health projects in collaboration with First Nations.
• Provide project coordination and strategic advice for health initiatives.

Skills

Project Development

Policy Development

Community Engagement

Health Systems Management

Leadership

Education

University Degree in Health Policy or Related Field

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 .

This is an exciting time to join the FNHA team as we continue to advance culturally safe, community-led health and wellness initiatives across the Interior Region. You’ll be part of a dynamic and dedicated team working alongside First Nations partners to support innovative, Nation-driven solutions in health emergency management and the toxic drug response.

Title: Project Developer

Salary: $88,948 - $104,644 - $120,341 per year (pay range explained below)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours (core hours Mon-Fri 9am-3pm)

Location: Syilx or Secwépemc (West Kelowna or Kamloops, BC) – Hybrid (Hybrid working is an option in line with FNHA’s flex work policy).

About The Role

As the Project Developer, you will support First Nations health and wellness by supporting the development of local and regional projects within Health Emergency Management and Toxic Drug frameworks. This role works in collaboration with the FNHA Interior Region Operations Specialist and Toxic Drug Specialist, First Nations communities, health partners, and regional leadership. As well, this role provides project coordination, planning, and strategic advice to support culturally safe and community-driven health initiatives. Additionally, this role builds strong partnerships, participates in engagement processes, and contributes to regional health system planning. Furthermore, this role provides mentorship and guidance to junior project developers as a senior member of the team.

About You

Education

• University Degree in a related field such as health policy, public policy, health systems management, political or social science, finance or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

Experience

• Recent and relevant experience in policy, project, or program development, (usually acquired over a period of 5-7 years).
• Experience in working successfully with First Nations and First Nations health programs and services.
• Experience providing management and leadership to team is an asset.
  
  

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:

• Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31%
• 3 weeks’ vacation, 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
• And more!
  
  

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 sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button.

Closing date: May 8, 2025 (at 23:59)

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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