Job Description

Position #: 9003468

Expected Start Date: October 13, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Victoria Hospital

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: First Nations and Metis Health

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Specialist, First Nations and Métis Relations works closely with the Manager & Director in providing key guidance in implementation of the strategic directions set out by SHA ELT, Board of Directors, Ministry of Health and external First Nations and Métis partners/stakeholders. The Specialist supports strategy through development and execution of provincial operational and business plans. The Specialist must work cross functionally within the provincial portfolio and across the organization to support operations and promote their strategy. The Specialist works closely with provincial system leaders, physicians, educational institutions and community partners. The Specialist is responsible for delivering the Ministry of Health's and SHA's priorities into key actions throughout the province and all SHA portfolios. Key accountabilities include traditional pathways, culturally responsive education, research consultations, high level provincial internal and external engagement, and promote a culturally responsive representative workforce.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
• Experience working with First Nations and Metis communities and organizations

Education

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a health related field

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree in Health or Social Sciences
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Analytical skills
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Mediation skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.