Project Developer - Regional Initiatives

First Nations Health Authority; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 118,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative health organization is seeking a Regional Project Developer to lead transformative health initiatives in partnership with First Nations communities. This role involves creating strategic project plans and budgets while overseeing regional funds and enhancing service sustainability. Join a diverse team that values collaboration and cultural safety, making a significant impact on health outcomes. With a commitment to employee wellness and a range of benefits, this opportunity is perfect for a strategic thinker ready to shape the future of health and wellness in British Columbia.

Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

3 weeks vacation

Health Care Spending Account

14 public holidays

Volunteer day

Personal days

Qualifications

• University degree in health policy or related field required.
• 5-7 years experience in project or program development.

Responsibilities

• Drive impactful initiatives by collaborating with First Nations communities.
• Oversee regional funds and provide senior advisory support.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Management

Policy Development

Collaboration

Strategic Planning

Education

University Degree in Health Policy or related field

Job description

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Project Developer - Regional Initiatives

Salary Comment: The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual base salary based on full-time equivalent hours.

Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience in relation to the role requirements.

The top 10% of the pay range is for 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.

About us:
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.

The Regional Operations team ensures that regional approaches and work processes in Vancouver Coastal Region areas align with FNHA policies. Supporting the Vice President, Regional Operations, the team engages and works with other regional Health Authorities, central services, communities, and health system partners.

Title: Project Developer, Regional Initiatives
Salary: $86,778 - $102,091 - $117,405 per year (pay range explained below)
Contract: Term (1 year period)
Hours: 37.5 hours (core hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri)
Location: Park Royal Office, West Vancouver located on the ancestral Coast Salish Territories of the Squamish, Musqueam & Tsleil-Waututh Nations.

About the role:
Are you ready to shape the future of health and wellness in partnership with First Nations communities? As a Regional Project Developer, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving impactful initiatives by collaborating with First Nations and health system partners to create strategic project plans, budgets, and documentation. You’ll oversee regional funds, provide senior advisory support, and act as a key liaison with FNHA Financial Services and Procurement, ensuring seamless operations and innovative partnerships. Your expertise will guide enhancements in reporting, quality assurance, and the sustainability of regional services, all while working in a dynamic, matrixed environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. If you’re a strategic thinker passionate about making a difference, this is your opportunity to lead transformative change!

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

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, including financial and resource management (usually acquired over a period of 5-7 years).
• Experience in working with First Nations and First Nations health programs and services.

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% (after 3 months).
• 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, 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.

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