Northern Canada Clinic Officer

Position: Northern Canada Clinic Officer, Northern Canada

Location: Remote office with 35% travel

Reports to: Northern Canada Program Manager

Veterinarians without Borders/Vétérinaires sans Frontières Canada (VWB/VSF) is a charitable, humanitarian organization whose mission is to work for, and with, those in need to foster the health of animals, people, and the environments that sustain us. More information about the organization can be found at www.vetswithoutborders.ca.

The Northern Canada program team is seeking a registered veterinary technologist to help this new and rapidly growing program continue its successful trajectory in creating sustainable community-led access to animal health and care in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. This role will support the management and setup of animal health clinics within our partner communities. Ensuring quality standards for patients and valuable experiences for our volunteers. In addition, this role will be a key focal point in developing community relationships enabling VWB/VSF to further develop a sustainable health care model.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Develop communication and outreach materials for identified needs
• Assist in funding requests, budget preparation and expense management activities for the clinics
• Lead trip planning and policy/protocol development for temporary clinics.
• Support temporary clinic organization and delivery, including inventory management
• Represent the organization and program in external meetings, workshops, conferences etc.
• Travel to VWB/VSF Northern Canada temporary clinics as part of the northern Canada team
• Works and contributes within theteam to the northern Canada program strategy and related projects
• Provide on-site clinic logistical support with organization, administration and community engagement
• In coordination with the Volunteer Program Manager, lead the Northern Canada volunteer program, including the recruiting, onboarding, and evaluating of volunteers for temporary clinic delivery
• Work with community members and stakeholders to ensure successful clinic and ongoing partnership year- round

Skills and Experience

• A self-starter with strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for increasing services for remote communities without access to veterinary care
• Detail-orientated with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• Veterinary technologist diploma with ideally 2+ years' experience in different clinic settings
• Excellent written and verbal communications in English
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, intercultural sensitivity and effective interpersonal skills
• Experience in recruiting and leading a team of volunteers
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and respond to changing situations in a flexible, effective manner
• Resourceful team player who can also be very effective independently
• Demonstrated skills in program planning and community outreach
• Proven ability to draft policies and procedures in a clinic setting

It is an asset if you have:

• Familiarity with the One Health concept
• Experience working with remote or Indigenous communities

APPLICATION

Please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] by June 18^th, however applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Salary scale: $55,000-$65,000

Veterinarians Without Borders/Vétérinaires sans Frontières is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our team. We are committed to inclusive and equitable employment practices and strive to create a workplace that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.