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Coordinator, Indigenous, Knowledge Translation Team

1 month ago


Vancouver, Canada PHSA Full time

Coordintor, Indigenous Knowledge Translation Team
BC Centre for Disease ControlVancouver, BC

Are you ready to make a difference? The BC Centre for Disease Control, a dynamic Provincial Health Services Authority program, seeks passionate individuals to join us in providing provincial and national leadership in disease surveillance, detection, treatment, prevention, and consultation.

At our core, we aim to cultivate vibrant communities where everyone can achieve optimal health and well-being—right where they live, work, learn, and play.

If you're driven by the desire to create positive change and contribute to healthier communities, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for Apply now to join our innovative team and make a difference that matters.

The Coordinator, Indigenous Knowledge Translation, is responsible for supporting, coordinating, and promoting Indigenous Knowledge Translation projects and initiatives.. The Coordinator facilitates collaborative work with key partners including PHSA programs, Health Authorities, Ministry of Health (MoH), project consultants, non-governmental organizations and other identified partners. This position works both independently and as a team member to balance priorities and workflow, exercising leadership, initiative, flexibility, judgment and problem-solving skills to complete work.

What you’ll do

Develop content for project management tools and supporting documents such as charters; contracts; Requests for Proposals (RFPs), by planning, writing and determining deliverables, timelines and methodologies in consultation with leadership. Track project progress, including monitoring and assessing financial and performance reports, according to the project plan, and report on the status of projects and any barriers encountered. Complete projects on time using appropriate project coordination methodologies. Synthesize and analyze research and best practices, and draft reports, briefing documents, and processes and procedures to inform projects, policies and team decision-making. Create presentation materials for a variety of audiences including health professionals, health service administrators, university students and the public and engages with appropriate partners for input and direction. Provide administrative support for project(s) and their key stakeholders as required, by responding to emails, providing information and answering routine questions, coordinating meetings, preparing and distributing minutes of meetings, and coordinating general administrative support functions. Support administration, collection and analysis of online surveys conducted as part of project evaluations. Ensure projects are inclusive of Indigenous perspectives and incorporates anti-racist principles. Facilitate and contribute to advisory committees and provincial working groups by bringing content expertise in related area and facilitation skills. Support population & public health leadership in annual work planning, budget allocation and core activities to ensure portfolio objectives are met. Engage with end users and develops dissemination and evaluation frameworks with support from appropriate internal staff. Coordinate the review process for resources by gathering input and determining what feedback is integrated into the final product.

What you bring

A level of education, training and lived experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Businees or Health Administration or another related field and additional courses or training in the content area this role will support. Master’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or other related field an asset. Three (3) years of recent, related experience in content–specific field and/or Indigenous public health.

Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian colonial impacts on Indigenous people in social and health context and knowledge of health issues, especially the detriments of health, legislation and policy affecting Indigenous people.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate and facilitate working groups and projects. Knowledge and experience in project management an asset. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team and external partners and to appreciate diverse perspectives. Experience engaging and collaborating with Indigenous communities an asset. Excellent oral and written communication skills, experience editing and incorporating feedback with a strong attention to detail. Experience working in a complex environment and ability to prioritize competing demands. Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports. 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). As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: 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, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees. 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). Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Location : 655 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver BC, V5Z 4R4 Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 0900 - 1700
Requisition: 166193E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

The (BCCDC) is dedicated to preventing and controlling communicable diseases and promoting environmental health for the province of BC.

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

The Provincial Health Services Authority () 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: 

PHSA and BCCDC 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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