Manager, Indigenous Cancer Control Projects - BC Cancer Provincial

Manager, Indigenous Health Promotion 
BC Cancer
Provincial, BC

Pursuant to section 42 (3) of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous Ancestry. Please self-identify in your cover letter/resume

This is a provincial position and can work out of any of the 6 regional Cancer Centers.

Reporting to the Director, Provincial Indigenous Cancer Control, the Manager is responsible for supporting the development, implementation and evaluation of projects and activities related to the Indigenous Cancer Strategy. The Manager develops and implements individual project work plans, supports the hiring, training and reporting of Indigenous program staff and supports and nurtures BC Cancer’s relationship with its Indigenous partners. The Manager is responsible for the identification, planning, development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of key programs and related projects. The Manager works collaboratively with a variety of internal and external partners and stakeholders in support of the development, implementation, and evaluation of policy, transformation, and knowledge exchange programs and related projects. The Manager supports the establishment of key relationships with external health system partners including regional health authorities and existing cancer organizations.

What you’ll do

• Promoting screening, engaging partners and Indigenous communities.
• Identifying barriers and building strategies to address. 
• Support development and implementation of mobile screening in Indigenous communities.
• Develop and manage various project work plans for Indigenous Cancer Control to ensure attainment of project goals, budget and timelines, and maintaining documentation for project reporting and evaluation processes.
• Complete activities in support of the development and sustainability of the Strategy including participating in strategic planning, reporting on projects and initiatives, identifying and evaluating the applicability of alternate sources of funds and supporting communication efforts.
• Provide supervision, leadership and guidance to team members by establishing priorities, supervising and directing work, assessing performance, handling disciplinary issues, motivating and coaching staff.
• Manage the recruitment, hiring and orientation processes of new staff hired as part of the Indigenous Cancer Control team
• Manage budget(s) associated with the Indigenous Cancer Control department and ensure funds are appropriately reported on and accounted for.
• Manage regular communication with BC Cancer’s Indigenous partners, including facilitating relationship building between BC Cancer regional centres and Indigenous communities and organizations at a local and regional level.
• Manage inventory of Indigenous specific resources developed as part of BC Cancer’s work with its Indigenous partners
• Provide coordination, facilitation and administrative support to ongoing committees/working groups through agenda planning, minutes, follow-up research and action
• Develop and maintain data collection tools, templates and processes to ensure consistent, high quality and relevant data is collected and stored. Develops, coordinates and/or oversees coordination of proposals, and work plans for their designated program’s projects, ensuring that resources will meet program/project objectives and high quality deliverables.
• Gather, review, interpret and analyze reports to identify wise practices for other jurisdictions that can be adapted for use in BC. Compiles, analyzes, summarizes and communicates data to support program initiatives.

You have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a health related discipline or health care administration, or level of education, training, and experience equivalent to. A minimum of five (5) years recent related experience working in Indigenous healthcare, either in a clinical or business environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Indigenous (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) communities and organizations. Extensive demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the impacts of the social and economic determinants of health of Indigenous Peoples.
• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous perspectives on health care.
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and application of cultural safety and competency within healthcare. Ability to manage and provide support to Indigenous program staff working in cancer centres across BC.
• Ability to travel to Indigenous communities across BC to support education and awareness related to cancer care.
• Demonstrated competence in Microsoft Office and applicable software programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with a broad range of stakeholders, coupled with an ability to function at a high level in a complex and changing interdisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Ability to work under time pressures to meet deadlines and handle interruptions and changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, analyze, implement and problem solve independently as well as the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring 

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $88,990 - $127,923 per year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location: This is a provincial position and can work out of any of the 6 regional Cancer Centers.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 0800 - 1600 or as operational required

Requisition Number: 175348E

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia. 

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

(PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

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