At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with Fraser Salish First Nations and coordinate impactful health initiatives.
- Company: Join the First Nations Health Authority, a leader in Indigenous health and wellness.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous vacation, cultural days, and health benefits from day one.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in Indigenous health while fostering community connections.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Indigenous Studies or related field; experience with Indigenous communities is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 68263 - 85328 $ per year.
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. FNHA is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis. All interested First Nations, Inuit or Métis individuals are encouraged to apply.
FNHA has a mandate to increase First Nations, Inuit or Métis representation in the workforce. Applicant skills, perspectives and lived experience may be matched for this role, or other opportunities within the FNHA. FNHA is proud to have been named one of BC's Top Employers for 2026.
Salary: $68,263 - $85,328 - $93,861 per year
Openings: 3
Contract: (1) Permanent Position | (1) 12-Month Term Position | (1) 6-Month Term Position
Hours: Standard hours, 37.5 hours per week (core hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri)
Location: Any Fraser Salish Region Offices (Sto:lo, Matsqui, or Surrey) - Hybrid, expectation to be in office 3 to 4 times a week.
As Regional Engagement Coordinator, you will foster meaningful interactions and relationships with Fraser Salish First Nations and other health organizations and partners. This role will be responsible to facilitate interactions and ensure smooth and consistent communication channels and coordinate events, meetings, and initiatives aimed at engaging Fraser Salish First Nations. This will involve communication, collaboration, planning, and implementing outreach strategies, managing social media presence to enhance engagement, and promptly document and respond to inquiries or feedback. The role will develop and support local engagement activities as part of the broader regional team and ensure that engagement functions and resources are effectively integrated, organized and leveraged to meet strategic and operational needs within the region.
To be successful in this role you will have/be:
- A diploma or certificate in Indigenous Studies, Health Sciences, Health Administration, Education, Social Services or a related field
- An acceptable combination of education, training, and professional experience will be considered
Experience (ASSET):
- A University degree in Indigenous Studies, Health Sciences, Health Administration, Education, Social Services or a related field
- Experience working with Indigenous people at a community and/or political level
- Knowledgeable about Fraser Salish First Nations traditional knowledge, culture, ceremony and protocols
- Proven work experience with engagement and/or similar role
- A valid Class 5 BC Driver's License
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of our unique BC First Nations health governance structure and journey
- Knowledge of the FNHA, FNHC and FNHDA's shared values, seven directives and shared leadership statement
- Knowledge of the 32 Fraser Salish First Nations and regional governance structure
Working at FNHA:
- Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31%
- 3 weeks' vacation, which increases with service to 4 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays including National Indigenous People's Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day
- 5 cultural days per year for non-union First Nations, Inuit, or Métis employees
- Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
- 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 yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.
The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual salary based on full time equivalent hours. Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and experience in relation to the role requirements. The top 10% of the pay range is for the incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level. Internal employee compensation will be determined as per the FNHA Employee Total Compensation Policy.
Closing date: August 21, 2026 (at 23:59)
For more information about us, please visit: www.fnha.ca/about/work-with-us
For information about Cultural Safety and Humility and for information about Land Acknowledgements.
If you have any inquiries or issues please contact FNHA Recruitment at careers@fnha.ca
Regional Engagement Coordinator in Chilliwack employer: First Nations Health Authority
The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, particularly for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals. With a strong commitment to employee wellness, FNHA offers generous benefits including a robust pension plan, extensive vacation time, and cultural days, all while promoting professional growth through leadership training and community engagement initiatives. Located in the Northern Region of British Columbia, FNHA provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on health outcomes for Indigenous communities, making it a rewarding place to build your career.
Contact Details:
First Nations Health Authority Recruitment Team
