Term Employment: Special Projects Officer
The First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA) is seeking a motivated, organized, and collaborative Special Projects Officer to support the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of projects that advance the Association’s priorities.
The First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA) is committed to strengthening First Nations health management through professional development, education, knowledge sharing, and leadership. FNHMA works collaboratively with First Nations health leaders, communities, and partner organizations to support excellence in health services management and improve health outcomes for First Nations peoples.
Job Summary and Core Competencies
Reporting to the Manager of Programs, the Special Projects Officer will coordinate project activities, engage with First Nations health leaders and community partners, support the development of workshops and training resources, and contribute to project evaluation and reporting. The role will also help build and maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders to ensure project activities are relevant, effective, and sustainable.
The Special Projects Officer will be comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. They will bring strong project coordination, communication, research, and facilitation skills, along with an appreciation for First Nations health systems, community perspectives, and culturally appropriate approaches to engagement and learning.
Key responsibilities include:
Planning, coordinating, and overseeing all project activities.
Collaborating with partners, consultants, and staff to ensure project success.
Developing and fostering new relationships with potential partners to advance project goals.
Supporting the development of curriculum and associated tools.
Participate in meetings.
Providing regular updates and reports to supervisor.
Performing other related project activities as required.
Supporting other FNHMA activities.
Qualifications and Skills
A post-secondary degree in public health, health administration or a related degree with at least 2 years of related experience, preferably with an Indigenous organization, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of First Nations health services management, including current and historical issues affecting First Nations peoples.
Proven experience in supporting similar projects, ideally in the health sector.
Experience gathering and utilizing knowledge gained through engagement activities, such as focus groups and key informant interviews.
Experience with environmental scans, supporting evaluations, and performing research.
Experience in supporting development of curriculum/workshops/training materials for adult learners.
Strong organizational and planning abilities, with attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality deliverables on time.
Ability to exercise judgment, tact, innovation, and initiative.
Capacity to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Bilingualism (English/French) and fluency or familiarity with First Nations languages are considered strong assets.
This staffing action may also be used to fulfil any future opportunities at FNHMA and therefore we encourage all interested people to submit their applications.
Salary Range: $60,000 – 68,000
Job Type: Term employment with the possibility of extension.
Closing Date: Until Filled
Work Location: Ottawa (satellite office), remote work may be considered. Occasional travel required.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to:
Connie Toulouse, Director of Corporate Services
211 Akwesasne International Road
Akwesasne, ON K6H 0G5
Email: connie.toulouse@fnhma.ca
Fax: 613-319-8092
Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. FNHMA may cancel, postpone or review employment opportunities at any time.
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