Coordinator, Indigenous Health

Unit | Department: Advocacy, Engagement & Governance | Indigenous Health

Reports to: Director, Indigenous Health

Type: Full-Time | Permanent | 1 Vacancy

Location Options: Ottawa ON (Hybrid) or Toronto ON (Hybrid) or Ontario CA (Remote) or Quebec CA (Remote)

What makes you a great fit for this role?

The CMA is on a journey of reconciliation, guided by the TRC’s Calls to Action and in allyship with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We have undertaken a number of projects, both internal and external, focused on reconciliation.

You are a detail-oriented professional looking for an opportunity to support Indigenous health initiatives. You love organizing and coordinating. You consider yourself to be proactive and adaptable. You bring strong organizational and communication skills as well as excellent project management skills.

We Have

• Colleagues committed to meaningful, collaborative work
• Supportive leadership at all levels of the organization
• An enterprise that works on the forefront of health issues
• An unmatched employee experience including professional programs, wellness initiatives, and employee supports
  
  

You Have

• Coordinated and implemented Indigenous Health project proposals and workplans
• Scheduled and organized meetings, conferences, and national events
• Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documentation
• Created and maintained online team workspace sites
• Written, edited, and proof-read literature for various media
• Maintained working relationships with National Indigenous Organizations and key partners
  
  

And This Is Totally You

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Resourceful, self-motivated, and proactive
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Adaptable to change
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
  
  

Does this sound like your next opportunity? We hope you apply!

Message to applicants from the Director, Indigenous Health

She:kon, my name is Dr. Karhinéhtha’ Cortney Clark and I am Kanienkehaka and Haudenosaunee from Wahta Mohawk Territory. My name in Kanienkeha/Mohawk language means she who leads the trees/forest. I currently reside in the Leeds and the Thousand Islands region near Gananoque, Ontario, with my family. I am based at the Ottawa office for CMA – on the unceded and never surrendered territory of the Alonguin Anishinaabe. I am grateful for the privilege of leading the Indigenous Health team at the CMA, as the Director, Indigenous Health, where we are committed to upholding the right to self-determination of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples and to advancing truth and reconciliation in health.

Message to applicants from the Strategic Advisor, Indigenous Health

Boozhoo, Aniin, Greetings! My name is Sarah Williams. I’m Anishnaabe from Curve Lake First Nations in Southern Ontario, where my three siblings and I were born and raised. Curve Lake is Michi-Saagiig Anishnaabeg territory, and I am connected to this land through my father. Through my mother, I am also Anishnaabe from Trout Lake (Namegosibii) in Northwestern, Ontario. Namegosibii Anishinaabeg were forced out of their homelands in Treaty 3 territory and are now band members of Lac Seul First Nation. My pronouns are she/her. I have the honour and privilege of working at the CMA as the Strategic Advisor for Indigenous Health on the Indigenous health team. I work remotely as I am based in Victoria, British Columbia (BC), where I live with my husband and two stepdaughters on the Coast Salish territory of the Lekwungen people.

Message to applicants from the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Health

Kwey kwey! Winona Tenasco nindijnikaz. Kitigan Zībī nidonjiba. My name is Winona Tenasco. My pronouns are she/her. I am a proud member of the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg through my parents, grandparents and great-grandparents. Kitigan Zibi is located at the confluence of the Kiniw Zibi (Eagle River) and the Tenagaadino Zibi (Gatineau River) near the town of Maniwaki, Quebec. I can trace my lineage to the founder of my community, Chief Antoine Pakinawatik. I currently live and work remotely from home which is on the unceded traditional territory of my ancestors, the Algonquin Anishinabeg.

The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) are committed to accommodating employees with disabilities, accessibility needs, and other protected human rights characteristics, to the point of undue hardship. Any candidate requiring accommodation is encouraged to make their needs known.

Reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion are key priorities, and the CMA enterprise actively strives to build a culture where all employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse personal experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply.

The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) has hybrid as well as remote workers across Quebec and Ontario. The Enterprise works in partnership with stakeholders and counterparts nationally across Canada. Due to the nature of the work performed for this position, the incumbent is required to communicate with colleagues in Quebec, Ontario and/or other provinces in English. Proficiency in French is an asset, but not a requirement of this role.

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