Job Description

About Us

Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak (LFMO) speaks as the national and international voice for Metis women across the Motherland. We aim to consult, promote, and represent the personal, spiritual, social, cultural, political, and economic interests and aspirations of women, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people of the Metis Nation.

Position Overview

LFMO is seeking a visionary and community-driven Director of Health Policy and Program Development to lead our national health programming and advocacy efforts. This key leadership position involves engaging Metis communities to co-develop programs and policies that reflect and respond to their health and wellness needs. The Director will collaborate closely with the Director of Health Research to ensure that our health programming is evidence-based, culturally grounded, and community-informed.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & Program Development

Design and implement trauma-informed, culturally relevant health programs.

Identify policy gaps and develop Metis-specific health policy recommendations.

Lead the development and management of community-based health initiatives.

Integrate community consultations and research findings into program design.

Community Engagement

Lead meaningful engagement with Metis people to understand and reflect their health priorities.

Facilitate workshops, talking circles, and other community dialogue formats.

Foster strong partnerships with Metis communities, governments, and health service providers.

Strategic Planning & Advocacy

Shape LFMO's health advocacy efforts at the provincial, national, and international levels.

Represent LFMO in external forums and government consultations related to Indigenous health.

Work collaboratively with the Director of Health Research to ensure advocacy is data-driven and community-centered.

Leadership & Operations

Supervise health program staff and contractors.

Oversee daily operations of health projects and initiatives.

Support funding development through grant writing and reporting.

Qualifications

Required

Post-secondary education in Public Health, Indigenous Studies, Health Sciences, or related field.

Proven experience in health policy development and program implementation in Indigenous contexts.

Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.

Strong facilitation and community engagement skills, especially with Metis and Indigenous communities.

Preferred

Master's degree in Public Health, Indigenous Health, or a related field.

Knowledge of Indigenous health governance and policy in Canada.

Working Conditions:

This position requires occasional travel. Occasionally, flexible working hours may be necessary.
In accordance with Section 18 of the Human Rights Code of Ontario, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Metis or Indigenous. We thank all applicants - only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person