Health Project Manager
(Full Time Term Position until March 31st, 2017) with possibility of Renewal
Description: Provide project management services for the First Nations Control Models Working Group and their activities to increase First Nations control over health services.
Who Can Apply: Applicants should possess a relevant post-secondary Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution. A combination of comparable, relevant and recent education and experience will also be considered.
Experience: Applicants must have at least 3 years project management experience and at least 3 years of experience working with First Nations in the area of health. The candidate should also demonstrate experience in developing and implementing work plans.
Abilities & Skills:
- Strong analytical, facilitation and project management skills;
- Strong organization, communication, time management and writing skills;
- Knowledge of First Nation communities and organizations in the region;
- Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate projects with multiple partners/stakeholders;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team setting;
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer software such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Email, Outlook, browsers, etc;
- Ability to speak Mi’kmaq or Maliseet would be an asset; and,
- Possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and be willing to travel periodically.
Essential Functions and Duties:
- Coordinate work of the First Nations Control Model Working Group to plan and implement engagement and decision-making processes towards determination of a First Nations control model or models with respect to FNIHB funded health programs and services;
- Coordinate implementation and completion of targeted community engagement/outreach sessions;
- Coordinate First Nations Control Models Working Group monthly meetings;
- Completion of minutes and circulation of approved minutes to working group and communities as required;
- Dissemination of key information on First Nations control models/governance research;
- Dissemination of selected health material to communities, health directors, nurses, health technicians and Chiefs;
- Ensure that Sharepoint, Health shared drive, and webpage are up to date as requested by supervisor; and,
- Other duties as requested by supervisor.
Salary: Depending on qualifications and experience (within APC salary grid).
Location: Cole Harbour, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Start date: As soon as possible until March 31st, 2017 (with possibility of extension)
Closing date: December 7, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. Atlantic Standard Time
If you are interested and qualified and want to become part of the APC team, please email in Word or PDF format only, the following documents:
- a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet the position requirements and salary expectations (please quote APC competition #2016-11-01 in the cover letter);
- an updated resume;
- recent writing sample; and
- the names/contact information of three work related references.
Email address: hr@apcfnc.ca
Position Requirements:
Must possess a valid driver’s license, have access to a reliable vehicle and be willing to travel as required.
No applications will be accepted beyond the closing deadline. Interviews will be held in Dartmouth, NS. No interview or relocation costs will be provided. No phone calls please emails only. If all qualifications are equal, preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
