At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic health initiatives and collaborate with First Nations communities for better health outcomes.
- Company: First Nations Health Authority, a pioneering health organization in Canada.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, generous vacation, and health benefits from day one.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to cultural safety and wellness.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in First Nations health while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and significant project management experience in healthcare.
The predicted salary is between 91172 - 107261 $ 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. The First Nations Health Authority 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 is proud to have been named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026.
The Manager, Regional Initiatives provides leadership and operational oversight for strategic health initiatives across the Vancouver Coastal Region. Working closely with First Nations communities, regional leaders, and health system partners, you will lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of complex projects and initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with regional priorities. As a key member of the regional team, you will be accountable for managing project resources, budgets, risks, and stakeholder relationships while advancing collaboration, change management, and successful outcomes that support First Nations health and wellness.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Education & Occupational Certification, Experience (REQUIRED)
- Bachelor’s degree or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience
- Significant, recent and relevant experience in Project Management in Health Care
- Experience in people, risk and change management
- Experience in strategic planning
- Experience working with project management software
- Education & Occupational Certification, Experience (ASSET – NOT REQUIRED TO COMPLETE)
- PMP designation
- Experience with Electronic Medical Record and related applications
- Knowledge
- Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management methodology and best practices as defined by PMI
- Knowledge of project management techniques and tools
- Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31% (after 3 months)
- 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
- Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
- And more
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
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: November 6, 2026 (at 23:59)
For more information about us, please visit: www.fnha.ca/about/work-with-us
Manager, Regional Initiatives in Vancouver 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
