Job Description
Métis Nation British Columbia
Métis Health Systems Advocate (Fraser)
Competition #23-155
Compensation: $63,000 – $75,000
Classification: Coordinator 2
Location: Hybrid | Surrey
Period of Employment: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Hours of Work: Full Time
Date Posted: December 13, 2023
Closing Date: January 12, 2024
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Métis Health Systems Advocate works closely with the six Métis Chartered Communities in the region to represent the needs and priorities of MNBC and to inform Fraser Health policy, programs, strategic planning, and vision. The Métis Health Systems Advocate works to build relationships across Fraser Health to further the recommendations from the In Plain Sight Report, Taanishi Kiiya, the Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Actions Plan from a Métis lens. With this perspective, and through strong engagement with all six Métis Chartered Communities, the Métis Health Systems Advocate will collaborate across Fraser Health to ensure care delivery is strengthened and care provided to Métis people is racism-free, culturally safe, and barrier-free.
Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?
We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone. If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.
About Métis Nation British Columbia
Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services. Through teamwork, respect, dedication, accountability, integrity, and professionalism, MNBC strives to build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of inherent rights for our Métis citizens, assisting in the delivery of services based on policy, process, and specified regulations.
MNBC reflects an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We respect the unique characteristics, backgrounds, and experiences that our employees bring to the organization and the communities we serve. We are committed to lateral kindness based on Métis cultural values that promote social harmony and healthy relationships.
MNBC’s KAA-WIICHIHITOYAAHK (We take care of each other) initiatives offer employees a competitive total compensation package including:
- Comprehensive group benefit package or health-care spending account.
- Enrollment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan.
- 15 paid days per year for statutory and cultural days (Indigenous Peoples Day and Louis Riel Day).
- 15 paid days per year for Wellness.
- Generous vacation entitlements
- Carpool, parking & public transit subsidies (Provincial Office only).
- Educational and professional development funding to support continued lifelong learning and skills upgrade.
- Remote workplace supports.
- Internal advancement career opportunities
How To Apply
Hiring Manager: Eva Habib
Hiring Manager Position: Métis Health Equity Manager
Hiring Manager Email: ehabib@mnbc.ca
Note For Candidate
PLEASE NOTE THAT CANDIDATES MUST APPLY using “Métis Health Systems Advocate (Fraser) – #23-155” In the subject line of the email