130513 - director indigenous workforce experience - strategic partnerships

Director Indigenous Workforce Experience - Strategic Partnerships Job ID 2024-130513 City Vancouver

Work Location: HR - 601 W Broadway 10th fl
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

Salary: The salary range for this position is CAD $59.59/Hr. - CAD $85.65/Hr.

Job Summary

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 - Strategic Partnerships to join the team.

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. The role is responsible for developing strategies, programs, and initiatives that enhance the recruitment, retention, professional development, and overall well-being of our Indigenous workforce.

The Director collaborates 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.

Apply today to join our team!

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

• Collaborate with other People Team leaders and Indigenous Health leadership, and as a key partner provides consultation, guidance and advice informing the development of comprehensive Indigenous workforce experience strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
• 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.
• Lead with culture to advocate for initiatives, processes, and approaches that address systemic inequities in areas such as access to career pathways & employment opportunities, professional development, and education.
• Provide consultation and advice on an ongoing basis to monitor the effectiveness of programs and initiatives.
• Partner with People Team leaders in developing inclusive recruitment strategies to attract, hire, and onboard Indigenous talent.
• Provide expertise and advice to initiatives with a focus on ensuring a culturally safe, sensitive and welcoming onboarding process.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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.
• Experience working with or for Indigenous organizations and/or programs.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of Indigenous Cultural Safety and Indigenous cultures within Vancouver Coastal Health’s service region.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners.
• Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity.
• Strong understanding of relevant employment legislation and cultural sensitivity in a professional environment.
• Experience partnering with First Nations organizations and communities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate concepts into actionable plans.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in metrics analysis and reporting.
• Collaborative and adaptable, able to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and social equity.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

If you have any questions, please reach out to Harleen Dastur-Randhawa, Advisor, Executive Talent Acquisition at executivecareers@vch.ca.

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.

• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments.

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