Senior Indigenous MAPS Implementation Specialist – Government of Alberta

Title of the Job: Senior Indigenous MAPS Implementation Specialist

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job Description: Job Information
Job Title: Senior Indigenous Modernization of Alberta’s Primary Health Care System (MAPS) Implementation Specialist
Job Requisition ID: 61982
Ministry: Health
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 23, 2024
Classification: Program Services 5
Salary: $3,076.28 to $4,053.05 bi-weekly ($80,291 – $105,785 annually)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: .The Ministry of Health is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes, and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness; coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services; planning capital infrastructure; supporting innovative information management and technologies; regulating health care; and funding the health system.The Department of Health establishes the Government of Alberta’s strategic direction for health, including advising government on health policy, legislation and standards, and public health concerns; monitoring and reporting health system performance; setting policies and priorities for the electronic/digital health environment; and providing oversight and ensuring accountability across the health system.For further information on Alberta Health, visit the ministry website at .Role ResponsibilitiesThe Indigenous Health Division – Indigenous Health Policy and Planning Branch has an opening for a Senior Indigenous MAPS Specialist.The Senior Indigenous MAPS Specialist reports directly to the Executive Director and as the subject matter expert providers leadership, strategic advice, and knowledge/skill transfer to the Branch, as well as internal ministry/Alberta government, and external teams regarding all work of the Branch, particularly impacting Indigenous peoples’ health, and the Indigenous MAPS initiative. This includes designing, planning, managing and evaluating major projects related to Indigenous MAPS, as well as supporting cross-Branch, cross-Divisional, as well as cross-Ministry priorities and initiatives.The Senior Indigenous MAPS Specialist must possess expert level knowledge and understanding of the historical and contemporary experiences of Indigenous Peoples; the impact colonization has and continues to have on Indigenous Peoples and communities; and the cultures; protocols, socio-economic conditions of Indigenous Peoples; political and administrative structures; relevant federal, provincial, and Indigenous legal frameworks and policies; etc.The Senior Indigenous MAPS Specialist will be responsible for:

• Developing and supporting strategic projects and initiatives associated with the Indigenous MAPS initiative at the broader system level, focused on addressing and improving health outcomes for Indigenous peoples.
• Conducting analysis to identify and develop proposals, discussion papers, briefing notes, and provide strategic advice to address trends, issues, and challenges impacting Indigenous peoples access to primary health care services.
• Supporting larger policy development teams, including collaboration and coordination responsibilities, such as chairing cross-ministry committees and call ad hoc meetings as required with cross-Divisional and cross-Ministry matters related to improving access to Indigenous primary health care; and
• Undertaking project management responsibilities and lead implementation on complex and multi-stakeholder projects.

For more specific information on this exciting opportunity, please see link .APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
.Systems Thinking – You are able to effectively foresee the impacts of the health system on First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples ensuring the issues and potential solutions are addressed. You are tactful and diplomatic in your approach using a collaborative impact approach to achieve positive outcomes.Develop Networks – You know the importance of building trusting and authentic relationships that foster a culture of trust to achieve mutual goals.Build Collaborative Environments – You take pride in being a collaborator that ensures all people are heard, respected and feedback is considered in good faith.Drive for Results – As a systems thinker with exceptional problem solving skills, you will participate in the restructuring of systems and processes, the coordination of diverse resources, and the design of new models of service delivery and approaches where few precedents exist and the impacts are unclear.QualificationsMinimum Recruitment StandardsTo be considered for the Senior Indigenous MAPS Specialist position you must: * Hold a university degree (4 years), equivalency in related experience, in a related field (e.g. Health, Public, or Business Administration, Indigenous Relations, Political Science, Commerce, or related discipline)

• Minimum of six (6) years (10 years with no formal education) of progressively responsible experience (includes experience with human resources management, budget, and forecasting, reporting up to senior leadership)
• Minimum of 5 years working with Indigenous peoples.

In addition to the above requirements to be considered for the Senior Indigenous MAPS Specialist position you must have experience with:

• Strategic planning, policy development and/or working through the legislative process (preference will be given to those who have experience with working through the legislative process).
• Applying federal and provincial legislation and policies impacting Indigenous peoples.
• Understanding of jurisdictional issues in Indigenous health.
• In depth knowledge of health system priorities, primary care delivery, and issues within the political, economic, and global environment.

For this position the following will be considered assets:

• Indigenous cultural knowledge.
• Experience working in a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit community organization or similar environment.
• Experience working within legislation that governs Indigenous health.

A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is requested.Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience (master’s plus 4 years of experience); OR
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education (diploma plus 8 years of experience).

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.Refer to .NotesThis is a full-time position working 36.25 hours per week.Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. This competition may be used to fill future roles at the same or lower classifications.The final candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment checks (Reference check/Criminal record and/or academic).In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 – June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hours shifts/week).Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.What we offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreements
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Nadine Uwimana at .

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