Health Operations Manager - Saskatoon, Canada - METIS NATION - SASKATCHEWAN

METIS NATION - SASKATCHEWAN

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Saskatoon, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

POSITION TITLE:
Health Operations Manager

DEPARTMENT:
Health

CLASSIFICATION:
MGO-07

SALARY RANGE:
$76,500.00 to 91,425.00 Per Annum

POSITION TYPE:
Full-time, Permanent

LOCATION:
Saskatoon

ACCOUNTABLE TO:
Director of Health

Brief Overview:

Under the supervision of the Director of Health, the Health Operations Manager will be responsible for providing the overall coordination of processes required for the department, and assist the MN-S Health Department in the creation, management and promotion of Health programs and services. The Health Operations Manager will provide operational support to the department and will help carry out the department's objectives and activities. This position reports to the Director of Health and is based at the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan office in Saskatoon, SK.

Key Responsibilities:

Develops and implements program and service delivery plans and updates program workplans with quarterly budget forecast.
Maintains awareness and understanding of community engagement, Métis social determinants of health, public health trends, and patientoriented research approaches.
Coordinates and actively participates in program planning, implementation and evaluation.
Supports the review of updating program intake forms to support Métis citizens.
Drafts briefing notes, posters, pamphlets and bulletins for communication and education purposes about health programs and services.
Supports the department in engaging with regional representative and Métis communities regarding their specific health and wellbeing issues and readiness(e.g., smoking cessation, alcohol moderation, healthy weight, nutrition, etc.).
Develops and implements Métis community engagement plans and processes.
Coordinates the development of community engagement tools.
Recognizes and pursues opportunities to engage and partner with key stakeholders and leaders in Métis communities, both externally and internal to MN-S (such as Saskatchewan Health Authority, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, and others).
Effectively interprets Métis health programs information for internal and external communication.
Responds to citizen, stakeholder and partner inquiries relating to programs and services.
Networks and supports Director of Health in knowledge exchange with other Métis Nations/jurisdictions.
Actively seeks out and secures relevant and meaningful funding opportunities.
Coordinates and monitors the health programs and services budget, reports, and other related information.
Coordinates and monitors the community engagement budget and ensures that the expenditures remain within approved budget allocations.
Develops partnership with healthcare providers to better assist Métis citizens in provincial care systems.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Indigenous/Aboriginal studies, community health, public health, social sciences and/or a related discipline.
Minimum 35 years experience working in the health care system and/or working with Indigenous and Métis communities.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered, as long as it directly relates to the essential duties and responsibilities.
Advanced computer skills including knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft Office programs Outlook, Word, Publisher, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of Métis culture.
Knowledge of Cree/Michif language would be an asset.
Demonstrated strategic thinking, budget development, financial and project management/leadership skills.
Excellent research, analytical, problemsolving and strategic planning skills
Knowledge of models of Indigenous/Aboriginal governance, trends, Indigenous/Aboriginal funding programs, and issues facing Métis or Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in community engagement, evaluation and strategic planning.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to prepare submissions and present information clearly.
Proven organizational skills, a selfstarter who can work independently and in a team environment that is dedicated to excellence
Ability to be flexible, and meet new challenges in a demanding and dynamic environment.
Strong computer skills (including Microsoft Word, Excel, database software, electronic communication tools such as Microsoft Outlook).
Strong timemanagement skills along with the ability to prioritize daily tasks, organizational skills, and effective decisionmaking abilities.
Willingness to work within a team environment.
Sound problem solving and decisionmaking skills as well as attention to detail.
Interpersonal skills and an ability to demonstrate conflict resolution in difficult situations.
Be a team leader and have strong ability to solve problems and provide guidance.