Tribal Diabetes Coordinator – Employment Opportunity

The Interlake Reserves Tribal Council Inc.; Fairford; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health council is seeking a Tribal Diabetes Coordinator to manage the Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative. The role involves overseeing program operations, collaborating with community services, and promoting diabetes awareness and prevention strategies. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and experience in health program coordination, and must be able to work with Indigenous communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in program coordination, preferably in health.
• Knowledge of diabetes causes and prevention specific to communities.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of Health Canada – Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative.
• Manage day-to-day operations for program implementation.
• Collaborate with affiliated and independent communities to achieve objectives.

Skills

Program coordination

Knowledge of diabetes management

Communication skills

Community engagement

Education

Relevant College or University degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Tribal Diabetes Coordinator – Employment Opportunity

JOB TITLE: Tribal Diabetes Coordinator
LOCATION: IRTC Head Office, Fairford, MB or Sub-Office, Headingley, MB
SALARY: Based on education and experience
TERM: ASAP – March 31, 2025 (with possibility of renewal)

Reporting to the Tribal Nursing Officer, the Tribal Diabetes Coordinator’s main focus is to oversee the coordination activities and delivery of Health Canada – Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative. The position will be responsible for the overall day-to-day operations, planning, development and implementation strategies for this program while actively supporting and collaborating with programs in each of the affiliated and independent communities in the IRTC region, programs & staff and other specialized service providers to assure the successful achievement of IRTC’s vision, mission and program objectives.

The Tribal Diabetes Coordinator will become a part of IRTC’s Health Department team and provide the leadership and health expertise in Diabetes Services to improve the health status of individuals, families and communities through actions aimed at reducing prevalence and incidence of diabetes, and its risk factors. Ongoing networking and communication with IRTC’s Health Director, Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative (ADI) Workers and Tribal Nursing Officer will ensure coordination and cohesiveness of services.

This position is responsible for promoting healthy life choices using a community development and population health framework. This work plan objective is to offer a broad range of advisory/consultative services and community-based capacity building that enhances the health and well-being of IRTC’s community members while focusing on health promotion, diabetes awareness, prevention and management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination activities and delivery of Health Canada – Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative.
• Manage day-to-day operations, planning, development and implementation strategies for the program.
• Collaborate with programs, staff, affiliated and independent communities in the IRTC region and with other service providers to achieve program objectives.
• Provide leadership and health expertise in Diabetes Services to improve health outcomes for individuals, families and communities.
• Promote healthy life choices using a community development and population health framework.
• Offer advisory/consultative services and carry out community-based capacity building focused on health promotion, diabetes awareness, prevention and management.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a relevant College or University degree or equivalent, with 2 years’ work and/or related experience.
• Registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba is an asset but not necessary.
• 2 years of experience in program coordination in health programs, preferably within a First Nation environment.
• Knowledge of diabetes causes, prevention, challenges and opportunities specific to the communities served.
• Knowledge of health services program management principles, practices, techniques and tools.
• Proficiency in computer software use (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must be able to provide Criminal Record Check.
• Must have a Class 5 driver’s license with a reliable vehicle and the ability to travel.
• Must be able to work overtime hours if needed.

OpenUntilFilled

OPEN UNTIL FILLED: Please provide a cover letter, resume and three (3) references (preferably from present and recent employers) to:

Katarina Tavares, Program Administrative Support Officer
Fax: [phone] – Email: [e-mail]

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted. Preference will be given to Indigenous people and applicants are asked to self-declare in their cover letter or resume. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

The Interlake Reserves Tribal Council Inc. (IRTC) consists of a partnership of six (6) Manitoba Interlake communities working together to advance our collective well-being of our members