Nation Alliance #101 – 3535 Old Okanagan Hwy, Westbank BC, V4T 3L7 Phone (250) 707-0095 Fax (250)707-0166 www..org

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Aboriginal Women in Health Project Coordinator The Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA) is the Tribal Council for the eight member communities of the Okanagan Nation which includes , , Upper and Lower Similkameen Indian Bands, Indian Band, , and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. The ONA’s mandate is to advance, assert, support and preserve Okanagan Nation title and rights. Further, the ONA is charged with providing members with a forum to discuss and form positions on areas of common concern.

The ONA currently has an employment opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to work as Aboriginal Women in Health Project Coordinator. The core responsibilities attached to this position are to assess and identify barriers to the advancement and economic prosperity of Aboriginal women employed within the health sciences sector and to create an Aboriginal Women Employee network.

Key Duties and Responsibilities include: Conduct of a needs assessment to identify variables that impact negatively on career and economic advancement of Aboriginal Women employed in the Health sciences. Development of an Aboriginal Women Employee network. Development of Partnerships with communities and Health Employer functionaries, and implementation of program deliverables. Delivery of workshops to communities. Administrative duties that will include report writing, preparation of bulletins and the creation and maintenance of confidential data banks.

This position is located within the Wellness Department and will report directly to the Wellness Manager.

Qualifications and Experience:  A Bachelor degree in Social Work, Health, Indigenous Studies, Community Development or a related degree. A relevant diploma in Community development with 3 year’s experience will be considered.  Knowledge of Federal and Provincial Government policy regarding the First Nations Health sector.  Energetic and self motivated with demonstrated written, oral and presentations skills.  Working knowledge of computer software including MS office (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).  A reliable vehicle and a valid class 5 driver’s license.  Criminal records check required.  Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings and weekends.  Aboriginal ancestry preferred. Hours: Term position until May 31, 2018 for 37.5 hours per week Application Procedures: Please send a current resume and covering letter to: David Leroux, Employment and HR Administrator Okanagan Nation Alliance #101 – 3535 Old Okanagan Hwy, Westbank BC, V4T 3L7 Email: [email protected] Fax: (250) 707-0166 COMPETITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Thank you for your interest, No Phone Calls Please only those short-listed will be contacted