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. Through partnerships 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. This work includes assessing and understanding 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.

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. Advocates for system-level transformation initiatives, and partners with other leaders to develop culturally relevant support systems, wellness programs, and resources for 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. Evaluates and makes recommendations for adjusting strategies as needed based on feedback, new insights, and changing organizational dynamics.
• Partner with People Team leaders in developing inclusive recruitment strategies to attract, hire, and onboard Indigenous talent. Works in collaboration with VCH Talent Acquisition, providing strategic guidance in establishing relationships with community programs, post-secondary institutions, and provincial and national agencies for Indigenous workforce recruitment initiatives.
• Provide expertise and advice to initiatives with a focus on ensuring a culturally safe, sensitive and welcoming onboarding process. Provides consultation on culturally safe approaches and methodologies for collecting data on diversity metrics (e.g., representation, pay equity) and candidate/employee feedback.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

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.

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

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

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

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

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


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.