Summer Student – Health Policy Research Analyst

Internal/External Posting
Position Type: Summer Student – Term
Posting Type: New position
Location: Sioux Lookout
Hourly Rate: $ 22.136 – $ 29.733
Reference Number: SUMME001580
If applying by email, indicate the reference number in the subject line

Job Summary:
The Summer Student primarily supports the Strategic Policy, Planning, and Quality team.

The Summer Student will support the development, analysis, communication, and implementation of the SLFNHA strategic, operational, community, and regional planning work. The position will also assist with reviewing, updating, and evaluating the SLFNHA Strategic Plan.

Qualifications:
•Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)
•Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects in the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset.
•Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations and knowledgeable of First Nations’ people, history, culture, health priorities and social issues
•A student working to achieve a post-secondary education in health policy, public health, public administration, law or a related discipline.
•Must have working knowledge of the political, legislative and regulatory processes impacting First Nations health
•Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.
•Proficiency in using office software and applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, calendar management tools, emails).
•Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with, at times, minimal supervision.
•Must be willing to travel and be flexible with work hours.
•The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis.

Roles and Responsibilities:
•Research and review provincial and federal government initiatives, legislation, policy and operational plans which affect health services for First Nations
•Monitor and analyze policy trends that may impact First Nations and provide recommendations that inform policy decisions or adapt existing policies to suit changing circumstances.
•Review, monitor, analyze and evaluate strategic plans in order to facilitate discussions on future planning cycles
•Draft correspondence, proposals, policies and briefing notes
•Facilitate, articulate and communicate linkages between government policy directions and First Nations directions
•Identify effective methods of knowledge transfer based on specific targeted audiences
•Explore opportunities for funding through proposals and partnerships with other agencies or health partners
•All other duties as Assigned.

Apply online at https://slfnha.com/careers/job-listing/

Human Resource Department
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Phone: (807) 737-1802
Fax: (807) 737-2969
Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com

SLFNHA currently “Strongly Recommends” COVID-19 immunizations and requests your immunization status to be sent to our staff health department if successful in the recruitment process.

Closing Date: Open until filed.

No resumes received after this time will be accepted.

The Health Authority wishes to thank all applicants in advance.
However, only those granted an interview will be contacted.

For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com

SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com