Strategic Advisor, Indigenous Knowledge & Research
Apply NowCompany: Canadian Medical Association
Location: Ottawa, ON K1A 0A5
Description:
Unit | Department: Advocacy, Engagement & Governance | Indigenous Health
Reports to: Director, Indigenous Health
Type: Full-Time | Permanent | 1 Vacancy
Location Options: Ottawa ON (Hybrid) or Toronto ON (Hybrid) or Ontario CA (Remote) or Quebec CA (Remote)
What makes you a great fit for this role?
The CMA is on a journey of reconciliation, guided by the TRC's Calls to Action and in allyship with First Nations, Inuit, and Mtis Peoples. We have undertaken a number of projects, both internal and external, focused on reconciliation.
You are aknowledgeable professionallooking foran opportunity to advance Indigenous health initiatives. You loveconducting research and providing evidence-based policy advice. You consider yourself to beproactiveandadaptable. You bringstrong organizational and analytical skillsas well asexcellent communication skills.
We Have:
You Have:
And this is totally you:
Does this sound like your next opportunity? We hope you apply!
Message to applicants from the Director, Indigenous Health
She:kon, my name is Dr. Karhinhtha'Cortney Clark and I am Kanienkehaka and Haudenosaunee from Wahta Mohawk Territory. My name in Kanienkeha/Mohawk language means she who leads the trees/forest. I currently reside in the Leeds and the Thousand Islands region near Gananoque, Ontario, with my family. I am based at the Ottawa office for CMA - on the unceded and never surrendered territory of the Alonguin Anishinaabe. I am grateful for the privilege of leading the Indigenous Health team at the CMA, as the Director, Indigenous Health, where we are committed to upholding the right to self-determination of First Nations, Inuit and Mtis Peoples and to advancing truth and reconciliation in health.
Message to applicants from the Strategic Advisor, Indigenous Health
Boozhoo, Aniin, Greetings! My name is Sarah Williams. I'm Anishnaabe from Curve Lake First Nations in Southern Ontario, where my three siblings and I were born and raised. Curve Lake is Michi-Saagiig Anishnaabeg territory, and I am connected to this land through my father. Through my mother, I am also Anishnaabe from Trout Lake (Namegosibii) in Northwestern, Ontario. Namegosibii Anishinaabeg were forced out of their homelands in Treaty 3 territory and are now band members of Lac Seul First Nation.My pronouns are she/her. I have the honour and privilege of working at the CMA as the Strategic Advisor for Indigenous Health on the Indigenous health team. I work remotely as I am based in Victoria, British Columbia (BC), where I live with my husband and two stepdaughters on the Coast Salish territory of the Lekwungen people.
Message to applicants from the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Health
Kwey kwey! Winona Tenasco nindijnikaz. Kitigan Zb nidonjiba. My name is Winona Tenasco. My pronouns are she/her. I am a proud member of the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg through my parents, grandparents and great-grandparents. Kitigan Zibi is located at the confluence of the Kiniw Zibi (Eagle River) and the Tenagaadino Zibi (Gatineau River) near the town of Maniwaki, Quebec. I can trace my lineage to the founder of my community, Chief Antoine Pakinawatik. I currently live and work remotely from home which is on the unceded traditional territory of my ancestors, the Algonquin Anishinabeg.
The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) are committed to accommodating employees with disabilities, accessibility needs, and other protected human rights characteristics, to the point of undue hardship. Any candidate requiring accommodation is encouraged to make their needs known.
Reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion are key priorities, and the CMA enterprise actively strives to build a culture where all employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse personal experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply.
The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) has hybrid as well as remote workers across Quebec and Ontario. The Enterprise works in partnership with stakeholders and counterparts nationally across Canada. Due to the nature of the work performed for this position, the incumbent is required to communicate with colleagues in Quebec, Ontario and/or other provinces in English. Proficiency in French is an asset, but not a requirement of this role.
Insert French Title *cliquez sur le lien pour une description complte en franais.
Reports to: Director, Indigenous Health
Type: Full-Time | Permanent | 1 Vacancy
Location Options: Ottawa ON (Hybrid) or Toronto ON (Hybrid) or Ontario CA (Remote) or Quebec CA (Remote)
What makes you a great fit for this role?
The CMA is on a journey of reconciliation, guided by the TRC's Calls to Action and in allyship with First Nations, Inuit, and Mtis Peoples. We have undertaken a number of projects, both internal and external, focused on reconciliation.
You are aknowledgeable professionallooking foran opportunity to advance Indigenous health initiatives. You loveconducting research and providing evidence-based policy advice. You consider yourself to beproactiveandadaptable. You bringstrong organizational and analytical skillsas well asexcellent communication skills.
We Have:
- Colleagues committed to meaningful, collaborative work
- Supportive leadership at all levels of the organization
- An enterprise that works on the forefront of health issues
- An unmatched employee experience including professional programs, wellness initiatives, and employee supports
You Have:
- Conducted research related to Indigenous health, education, and policy recommendations
- Provided evidence-based policy advice and authored reports on Indigenous health and wellness
- Built and fostered relationships with Indigenous governments, Nations, communities, and external policy contributors
- Analyzed government policy, legislation, frameworks, and strategies
- Amplified Indigenous community priorities through policy approaches and advocacy
- Implemented policy and program development principles within government decision-making processes
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of policies and programs against organizational goals
And this is totally you:
- Strong sense of Indigenous rights, justice, equity, and accountability
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities
- Resourceful, self-motivated, and proactive
- Tactful, diplomatic, and empathetic
- Adaptable to change
Does this sound like your next opportunity? We hope you apply!
Message to applicants from the Director, Indigenous Health
She:kon, my name is Dr. Karhinhtha'Cortney Clark and I am Kanienkehaka and Haudenosaunee from Wahta Mohawk Territory. My name in Kanienkeha/Mohawk language means she who leads the trees/forest. I currently reside in the Leeds and the Thousand Islands region near Gananoque, Ontario, with my family. I am based at the Ottawa office for CMA - on the unceded and never surrendered territory of the Alonguin Anishinaabe. I am grateful for the privilege of leading the Indigenous Health team at the CMA, as the Director, Indigenous Health, where we are committed to upholding the right to self-determination of First Nations, Inuit and Mtis Peoples and to advancing truth and reconciliation in health.
Message to applicants from the Strategic Advisor, Indigenous Health
Boozhoo, Aniin, Greetings! My name is Sarah Williams. I'm Anishnaabe from Curve Lake First Nations in Southern Ontario, where my three siblings and I were born and raised. Curve Lake is Michi-Saagiig Anishnaabeg territory, and I am connected to this land through my father. Through my mother, I am also Anishnaabe from Trout Lake (Namegosibii) in Northwestern, Ontario. Namegosibii Anishinaabeg were forced out of their homelands in Treaty 3 territory and are now band members of Lac Seul First Nation.My pronouns are she/her. I have the honour and privilege of working at the CMA as the Strategic Advisor for Indigenous Health on the Indigenous health team. I work remotely as I am based in Victoria, British Columbia (BC), where I live with my husband and two stepdaughters on the Coast Salish territory of the Lekwungen people.
Message to applicants from the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Health
Kwey kwey! Winona Tenasco nindijnikaz. Kitigan Zb nidonjiba. My name is Winona Tenasco. My pronouns are she/her. I am a proud member of the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg through my parents, grandparents and great-grandparents. Kitigan Zibi is located at the confluence of the Kiniw Zibi (Eagle River) and the Tenagaadino Zibi (Gatineau River) near the town of Maniwaki, Quebec. I can trace my lineage to the founder of my community, Chief Antoine Pakinawatik. I currently live and work remotely from home which is on the unceded traditional territory of my ancestors, the Algonquin Anishinabeg.
The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) are committed to accommodating employees with disabilities, accessibility needs, and other protected human rights characteristics, to the point of undue hardship. Any candidate requiring accommodation is encouraged to make their needs known.
Reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion are key priorities, and the CMA enterprise actively strives to build a culture where all employees can be their authentic selves and are valued for their diverse personal experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and a variety of lived experiences to apply.
The CMA and the CMA Group of Companies (CMA Foundation and CMA Impact) has hybrid as well as remote workers across Quebec and Ontario. The Enterprise works in partnership with stakeholders and counterparts nationally across Canada. Due to the nature of the work performed for this position, the incumbent is required to communicate with colleagues in Quebec, Ontario and/or other provinces in English. Proficiency in French is an asset, but not a requirement of this role.
Insert French Title *cliquez sur le lien pour une description complte en franais.