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Administer and oversee activities related to the IHP Program. Initiate and organize activities aligned with the mandate of the IHP Program, such as community engagement, supporting Indigenous health education, administration, financial management, team building, communications, student affairs, evaluation of initiatives and managing physical resources.Primary Responsibilities:Collaborate with IHPP team members to develop program initiatives across the Indigenous StudentEducation Trajectory (Early exposure, Transitioning, Retention/Completion, Professional development) thatsupport the recruitment and retention of Indigenous students in the health professions schools. Theseprograms currently include the Eagle Spirit Science Futures, Electronic Tutoring and Mentoring Program, etc.Implement and maintain IHPP programs, adjust program plans and develop new initiatives as needed torecognize and address emerging dynamics and priorities.Track progress of program initiatives towards IHPP stated goals. Capture and interpret relevant data.Plan and organize meetings of the core IHPP team.Plan, organize and facilitate multi-stakeholder committees/meetings to develop and generate support forprogram initiatives and collaborate on program implementation. Identify action items and follow up toensure completion.Develop a staffing plan to support Program development plans. Define new roles, develop job descriptionswith Staffing Advisor, hire and supervise staff. (Positions include: an Indigenous Health OutreachAdministrator, work-study role, curriculum consultant.).Plan and manage IHPP events (such as conferences and workshops).Guide an Elder-in-Residence pilot plan to identify a traditional knowledge holder(s)/elder(s) who will providesupport to students and the IHP Program initiatives. Liaise and collaborate with the Elder-in-Residence, incollaboration with the First Peoplexe2x80x99s House and Office of the Provost on IHPP initiatives.Guide the advancement of curriculum development on Indigenous health at the health professions schoolsin collaboration with the IHPP team members.Plan the IHPP budget, work with to monitor disbursements to ensure spending is inline with forecasts in collaboration with the Director.Develop and maintain strong working relationships with organizations, councils, bands, and agencies thatconcern themselves with Indigenous health issues in Quebec and Canada, such as Indigenous healthprofessionals, Indigenous health and education organizations, Indigenous community members andcommunities, to share information, seek input and collaborate in project planning in collaboration with IHPPteam members.Ensure timely and professional communication with all the IHP Indigenous partners as well as other key stakeholders or experts in Indigenous health and education on new and ongoing initiatives.Collaborate and liaise with the First Peoplesxe2x80x99 House, Indigenous Outreach Administrator, the Office of First Nations and Inuit Education, Centre for Indigenous Peoplesxe2x80x99 Nutrition and Environment, the Indigenous Affairs Working Group, and resources in local Indigenous communities to improve the university experience of Indigenous students in health professions in collaboration with the IHPP team members.Collaborate with academic and administrative units within the Faculty of Medicine and the broader University (including the Office of Social Accountability and Community Engagement (SACE), Department of Integrated Studies in Education, School of Continuing Studies). Liaise with various academic and administrative units outside the university including CEGEPS, community boards of education and community health boards in collaboration with the IHPP team.Work with the Faculty Communications Office to develop communications and publications to promote IHPP initiatives in collaboration with the Director.Write and edit reports, proposals, and promotional materials to promote IHPP initiatives.Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:3 yearsxe2x80x99 related experience (community, institutional)Experience in program development and administration in a University setting is preferredKnowledge of Indigenous cultures and traditions and experience working with Indigenous communities and individualsProven excellent organizational skills and professionalismDemonstrated written and oral communication skills in an Indigenous language an assetAbility to work independentlyDemonstrated superior English written and oral communication skills; written and oral communication skills in French an assetIndigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to applyThe Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is actively seeking a person of Indigenous ancestry for this position, as lived experience as an Indigenous person is essential to fulfill the responsibilities for this position. As such, candidates should consider that we will apply the McGill policy on Indigenous Membership/Citizenship Validation. xe2x80x8bMcGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 on a scale of 0-4.Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience /Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 04) $63,810.00 - $79,760.00 - $95,710.00Job Profile: MPEX-ADM2A - General Administration - Professional 2Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time)Supervisor: Associate Director, AdministrationPosition End Date (If applicable):Deadline to Apply: 2025-01-30McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, .

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