Officer, Communications - Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada - First Nations Health Authority

First Nations Health Authority
First Nations Health Authority
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Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada

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FNHA Overview:


The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative and dedicated team members and leaders.


The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.


JOIN OUR HISTORIC JOURNEY
At FNHA, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to BC's history.

With a unique governing structure and mandate, our fluid work environment means you can play an active role in real change.

Our talented teams value respect and foster lateral kindness in their working relationships. Our holistic approach to wellness, based on First Nations teachings, is incorporated into all aspects of work culture. Where else will you get to create a personal wellness plan as part of your performance goals?


Position Summary:


The Communications Officer engages in proactive media relations and responds to media inquiries in support of FNHA health and wellness initiatives and campaigns.

Reporting to the Director, Media and Government Relations, the Communications Officer consults with project teams, business leads, and health and governance partners to develop and write positive news stories that tell the compelling story of the FNHA and the communities we serve.

Activities may include story writing, preparing executives with backgrounders or briefing notes, attending and covering important ceremonies and launches, writing news releases and web content, and collaborates on social media strategies.


Responsibilities:


  • Develops and plans proactive communications that promote positive relations with a diverse range of stakeholders and uphold the vision, mission and values of the FNHA.
  • Supports FNHA departments through the development and implementation of proactive media strategies, attending project meetings and proactively identifying activities that need to be communicated to audiences and stakeholders.
  • Organizes media training, coordinates key message development and prepares spokespeople for pending interviews.
  • Provides advice and guidance to FNHA department leads regarding best practices in effective communication and issues management.
  • Manages ongoing relationships with key health and governance partners to respond to and resolve issues in an effective and timely manner.
  • Reviews and makes recommendations to improve external communications programs.
  • A Full Job Description is Available Upon Request_

Qualifications:


  • University Degree in Communications or Public Relations or related discipline plus 4 to 6 years of experience in journalism or in media relations for a highprofile, complex organization, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience working with BC First Nations communities or organizations is preferred.
  • Proven track record for executing high quality written communication materials.
  • Experience in communications for health care, government or notforprofit organizations is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:


  • Understanding of/ demonstrated experience working with BC First Nations Leaders and communities.
  • Understanding of BC health care system and issues facing First Nation communities.
  • Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively within a variety of situations and with various individuals and groups.
  • Ability to identify concerns, gauge gaps and recommend an optimal approach and build positive relationships.
  • Demonstrated project management skills and an ability to partner with and influence individuals and crossfunctional teams.
  • Creative thinker with strong analytical skills, who demonstrates initiative and flexibility to change.
  • Able to synthesize complex information to write and edit audienceappropriate news stories, information bulletins, web content, articles and other materials as appropriate.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects, multitask, set priorities effectively and problem solve
  • Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Adaptable and demonstrates a great deal of flexibility to changing environments.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally within BC to cover Regional events, Caucuses and ceremonies.
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement:


Diversity


The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals with Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).


What You Can Expect From Us


Joining our family means joining an organization that supports personal growth, in-house training, a paid volunteer day and a unique full-day orientation program.

Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our family to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a year
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