107279 - Director Indigenous Workforce Experience - Strategic Partnerships

Work Location
HR - 601 W Broadway 10th fl
Work Area
10th Floor - 601 W. Broadway - Hybrid Work Remote
Home Worksite
00 - Excluded - VCHA
Labour Agreement
Excluded
Union
905 - Mgt/Excluded-VCHA (37.5 Hr)
Position Type
Baseline
Job Status
Regular Full-Time
FTE
1.00
Standard Hours / Week
37.50
Job Category
Leaders & Corporate Support
Salary Grade
10
Min Hourly
CAD $59.59/Hr.
Max Hourly
CAD $85.65/Hr.
Shift Times
0800-1600
Days Off
Saturday, Stats, Sunday

Come work as a Director Indigenous Workforce Experience- Strategic Partnerships with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Director Indigenous Workforce Experience. Reporting to the Vice President People and accountable to the Vice President of Indigenous Health, the Director Indigenous Workforce Experience plays a pivotal role in promoting and fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment for Indigenous staff within VCH. Apply today to join our team!

Vancouver Coastal Health is committed to improving the health and access to culturally safe healthcare of the Indigenous people in our region, and we recognize that we all have a contribution to make in reconciliation and healing. VCH’s Indigenous Health team works with staff and medical staff across all programs and departments to provide strategic leadership, partner collaboration and community engagement to assist VCH to become a more culturally competent and safe organization.

As a Director Indigenous Workforce Experience - Strategic Partnerships with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Responsible for developing strategies, programs, and initiatives that enhance the recruitment, retention, professional development, and overall well-being of our Indigenous workforce.
• Collaborate within the People Team and with Indigenous Health to provide leadership and program development that contributes to building a diverse and culturally enriched workplace that values Indigenous perspectives, fosters collaboration, and drives positive organizational outcomes.
• Partner within the VCH People Team, VCH Indigenous Health, and community organizations at the local, regional, and national levels, the Director coordinates collaborative working groups to strategically inform human resource program development and implementation focusing on recruitment, retention, recognition & engagement, and safety & wellness for our Indigenous workforce.
• Provide consultation and advice on an ongoing basis to monitor the effectiveness of programs and initiatives. Evaluates and makes recommendations for adjusting strategies as needed based on feedback, new insights, and changing organizational dynamics.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners participating in the development and implementation of policies and programs that address the unique well-being and inclusivity needs of Indigenous employees. Advocates for system-level transformation initiatives, and partners with other leaders to develop culturally relevant support systems, wellness programs, and resources for Indigenous employees.
• Assess and understand the organization’s current human resource programs, policies and practices, and then collaborating with partners in the People Team and Indigenous Health to achieve system-level transformation and develop comprehensive and inclusive Indigenous workforce strategies aligned with organizational goals and integrated with VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.

Education & Experience

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or other relevant discipline such as Change Management.
• Five (5) year’s recent, related experience that includes managing strategic and operational change initiatives and facilitating and managing consultation with a wide group of interested parties, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Experience working with or for Indigenous organizations and/or programs, and developing working relationships with Indigenous communities.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of Indigenous Cultural Safety and Indigenous cultures within Vancouver Coastal Health’s service region. Preference given to candidates identifying as Indigenous including First Nations, Metis and Inuit.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens.
• Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups.
• Strong understanding of relevant employment legislation and cultural sensitivity in a professional environment.
• Experience partnering with First Nations organizations and communities, post-secondary academic organizations, and Indigenous career development organizations
• Certification or an interest and ability to complete certification in Indigenous Human Resources such as the Certified Indigenous Human Resources Professional (CIHRP) designation considered an asset.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to navigate complex cultural dynamics.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate concepts into actionable plans, considering the unique needs of Indigenous employees.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in metrics analysis and reporting, particularly as it pertains to measuring the success of Indigenous workforce initiatives.
• Collaborative and adaptable, able to work effectively with diverse teams and navigate organizational complexities while respecting Indigenous values and protocols.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and social equity, particularly through Indigenous-focused initiatives.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

We are striving to build a diverse team that has lived experience with Indigenous communities. Strong preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous. It will greatly assist us with screening if you refer in your application to your Indigenous identity. Recognizing the impacts of colonization of Indigenous people, is it your choice whether to volunteer information. We will hold your application in strictest confidence, sharing it only with the hiring panel.

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

For more information please contact Orlando Cerrato, Manager, Executive Talent Acquisition: executivecareers@vch.ca.

***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.