Associate Director, Indigenous Health Stewardship

Union/Affiliation: Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range: $107,656 to $128,454 Annually
SFU Department Descr: School of Medicine - Indigenous Health Stewardship
Position Grade: 13
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 72
Who We Are

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At the SFU Medical School, we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings, in patient-centered environments, and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community, Fraser Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority, physicians and Indigenous partners will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented toward measurable, socially accountable outcomes.
About The Role

The Associate Director, Indigenous Health Stewardship provides strategic leadership in advancing Indigenous health education, reconciliation, and community engagement within SFU’s School of Medicine. The role focuses on integrating Indigenous knowledge systems into curriculum and educational operations, strengthening Indigenous learner recruitment and support, and fostering meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities, Elders, and organizations.As the School continues to develop its medical education programs, the Associate Director will lead initiatives that promote culturally safe learning environments, advance Indigenous learner success, support faculty and staff development, and strengthen community partnerships. This role offers an opportunity to shape the School’s Indigenous health strategy and contribute meaningfully to its commitment to reconciliation and improved Indigenous health outcomes.

The School of Medicine welcomes a candidate with lived experience, and/or deep understanding of the lived experiences, of Indigenous people in Canada to this leadership role. The ideal candidate will integrate Indigenous perspectives within the School of Medicine and develop strategies to meet the needs of diverse partner groups and communities. This holistic and passionate leader will effectively set objectives, communicate, share ideas, and foster relationships with professional groups and organizations. In a supervisory capacity, the candidate will mentor staff, manage recruitment, training as well as performance evaluation while collaborating with various partners to support Indigenous students and programs. They will build strategic partnerships with universities, Indigenous institutions, corporations, and government agencies to enhance the School’s reputation and support Indigenous programming and research.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Education or a relevant discipline, and seven years of related experience in areas such as Indigenous educational programming, curriculum development, and Indigenous pedagogical methodologies with particular emphasis on higher education context, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Strong knowledge of Indigenous knowledge systems, cultures, communities, protocols, and pedagogical practices.
• Demonstrated experience in Indigenous education, curriculum development, and program implementation.
• Excellent strategic leadership, relationship-building, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong ability to develop and sustain culturally sensitive partnerships with Indigenous communities and organizations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills, with the ability to lead collaborative initiatives.
  
  

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
• Employer paid extended health & dental plans
• Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Prorated for part-time employees
  
  

Additional Information

The assignment end date is 6 months from start date.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].