Indigenous Strategic Initiatives Consultant Jobs in Vancouver, British Columbia

In depth knowledge and understanding of Indigenous Culture and History in BC and Canada.

Extensive knowledge of health and business administration including strategic and operational planning.

Demonstrated analytical and evaluation skills.

Knowledge of program planning, implementation and evaluation approaches including community development strategies.

Proven ability to design, implement and manage complex planning, reporting and business processes.

Applies knowledge and use of quantitative and qualitative analysis to develop constructive reports based on results and findings.

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Displays comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies and ability to coach team members on these skills.

Computer literacy with word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management and database applications.

Excellent communication skills to function within a complex interdisciplinary environment including ability to communicate with the physician community.

Utilizes initiative, vision, independent thinking and creative problem-solving abilities to implement project plans and realize project completion.

Maintains a broad knowledge of patient care delivery systems in primary, acute and community settings.

Utilizes effective facilitation, persuasion and negotiation abilities to achieve consensus, resolve conflict and achieve desired outcomes.

Strong project management, prioritization and planning skills in designing and re-designing strategic clinical transformation and process improvement

Demonstrated excellent business skills in the effective management of resources.

Knowledge of business analysis and project management methodologies.

Lead reviews of staffing resources, working relationships, associated workflows and current patient care experiences.

Comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the use of process improvement tools and methodologies.

Knowledge of health care disciplines and their role in health care.

5+ years of experience in project management

Experience with Enterprise-wide Asset Management (EAM) and Computerized Maintenance Management (CMMS) is preferred

Developing requirements for and assisting with evaluation of EAM/CMMS software procurement.

5+ years of experience developing strategies and roadmaps

Experience working in the public sector is preferred

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Advanced knowledge of change and project management principles and methodologies.

Demonstrated success as a project manager and the successful completion of at least one large project within the last five years.

Demonstrated numeracy skills including the use of supporting tools.

Demonstrated Strategic and operational planning skills.

Proven ability to track, coordinate and integrate external issues as they affect goals and objectives.

7 - 10 years of management experience in the financial services sector in leadership

Proficient in data management, wielding the power of Python, R, and SQL

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, empowering you to inspire and influence stakeholders

A competitive compensation and benefits package which include:

Spearhead customer retention initiatives, revolutionizing our approach to minimize churn and elevate customer satisfaction

Utilize cutting-edge analytics to uncover deep customer insights, driving the development of highly targeted retention programs aligned with our customer-centric vision

Coordinates all administrative logistics for meetings, events, education sessions, workshops, video conferences, and teleconferences including appropriate space, equipment, and materials.

Assists with maintaining the program/department web page.

Provides input to new policies, processes, and for the development of strategies.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of strategic planning, business improvement techniques, change management, and business intelligence, usually accompanied by Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Apply your Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

You will supervise a Manager of Asset Management and a Manager of Communications & Community Engagement and indirectly supervise additional staff.

You will represent the Department as a member of the emergency management team.

You will provide professional advice to senior management, other divisions, CAO, Regional Chair, and Council.

Knowledge of the Department’s mandate and strategic direction to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Experience with project management including all aspects of project development and execution

Promoting the University’s research capabilities and building relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance

Master's Degree in social sciences, humanities, STEM or business administration, or acceptable combination of equivalent experience

Experience synthesizing findings in written reports, presentations and other informational materials

Experience researching and analyzing market data including performing market research, competitive landscape analysis and environmental scans

Experience with grant development and grant writing with a track-record of success

Extensive knowledge of and experience applying best practices, procedures and principles of project management methodology and governance.

Project management designation such as PMI or PMP certification is considered as an asset.

Comprehensive project management experience and a demonstrated ability to work with senior management and the Executive on complex projects.

Ensures individual and team targets and performance reports are in place; recognizes and acknowledges individual and team performance.

Assess and manage corporate risk

Demonstrate knowledge of the industry and / or sector

Manages projects and initiatives effectively in a multidisciplinary and complex environment using project management principles and methods.

Collaborates with business support, strategic information, management staff, and medical leadership to assist in reviewing and interpreting statistical information.

Provides recommendations for policies and standards based on practice standards, regulatory requirements, provincial direction, solid research, and performance data.

Develops an awareness and familiarity with issues and events affecting health services.

Collects and reviews statistics of services provided to determine effectiveness, consistency, and quality of care/service provided.

Performs data analysis in support of measurement, monitoring, and planning for consistent quality standards across services.

Support the ongoing execution of change management activities for the HR portfolio

Expert in Office365 and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SmartSheet)

Experience with HR workstreams in mergers and acquisitions

Knowledge of current market practices and trends in HR operating models and technology

Collaborate with HR leaders to define HR priorities and projects

Leads project delivery for multiple HR initiatives, commitments and priorities

Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or PRINCE2 Project Management certification, or working towards

Knowledge of PMI project management, change management principles, stakeholder facilitation, resource planning, risk management tools and methodologies.

Financial management knowledge to manage project budgets, escalate budget requests or reallocation accordingly.

Advanced planning, organizational and time management skills with a strong attention to detail.

5-7 years’ experience leading multi-stakeholder project teams

Excellent coaching and mentorship skills to build capacity within the project teams.

Exceptional intellectual horsepower, including strong critical thinking skills and analytical abilities

10+ years of professional experience demonstrating both strategic and operational success.

An entrepreneurial spirit and a proven track record of experience in banking, consulting, and fintech

Experience developing and managing relationships at the executive and senior levels

Superior written and verbal communications skills.

Oversee strategic business initiatives from development through successful execution in partnership with senior leadership

Conducting research and analysis on the effectiveness and efficiency of current processes and systems; delivering report findings.

Providing guidance and technical support during the implementation and configuration process for ERP solutions.

Performing prototyping, unit testing and in-depth testing of ERP solutions to ensure all problems and concerns are properly solved.

Designing and deploying ERP applications and modules according to approved solution design documentation.

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This is a 36-month temporary opportunity.

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Positive workplace culture and work-life balance

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Develop, implement and evaluate new initiatives and programs geared towards improving Indigenous students’ educational experience;

A Master’s Degree in Education, Leadership, Indigenous Studies or a related field or equivalent as determined by the hiring manager.

Significant experiences with Indigenous cultures, communities and organizations and experience working with Indigenous communities, Elders and Knowledge Keepers.

Enhancing academic programming for Indigenous learners and Indigenous knowledge transmission for non-Indigenous people;

Facilitating the embedding of Indigenous Knowledge and values throughout the College.

Support the work to increase pathways to education for all Indigenous learners. (i.e., Pathways to Indigenous Empowerment);

Demonstrated knowledge of and skills in risk assessment and risk management in relation to sectors regulated by FSRA.

Skilled in leading stakeholder management and consultations with senior executives and board of directors of the regulated sectors.

Oversees and fosters a division-wide supervisory perspectives by promoting the development of supervisory skills, experiences, and practices.

Expertise engaging board of directors and senior management of financial institutions, particularly in challenging situations.

Skilled in leading sector consultations, education and training using principle-based and risk-based approaches to service delivery and issues resolution.

Competitive benefits plan, including a Defined Benefit pension plan

Certification in disciplines such as quality assurance, project management, change management, strategic planning, municipal administration considered an asset

Proactive relationship management skills to engage and build collaboration and consensus across multiple diverse stakeholder groups

Knowledge and understanding of recreation service delivery, business planning, budget management and municipal administration

Present and convey concepts and conditions to stakeholders; develop reports, proposals and make recommendations to management for effective decision-making

Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Sports Management, Event Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field

In consultation with the Director, Recreation, develop project schedules, workplan, budgets, milestones, and resource requirements.

Finance and Corporate Treasury partners to align forecasting, financial management, and pricing decisions.

2+ years of experience in management consulting or strategy related roles.

Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge (Banking experience preferred but not mandatory).

Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.

Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Analyze and problem solve using a hypothesis led approach (incl. quantitative modeling skills).

5+ years of working experience, preferably in Wealth Management, Strategy, or consulting

Strong project management skills, capable of developing & executing plans

Work with management team to communicate complex strategic and financial concepts in easy -to understand presentations

Assess how changes in the business will impact IWM’s strategic plans and work with Senior Management, to make required adjustments.

Identify client opportunities and profitability across Brokerage, Private Banking, Asset Management, Offshore and Trust

Manage multiple project workstreams, including leading problem-solving sessions, workshops and interviews with cross-functional team members and subject matter experts

-Leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others towards achieving shared goals

-5+ years’ experience in a leadership role, ideally in a remote work environment

-A proven track record of successfully implementing change management strategies in complex and dynamic environments

-Experience with transformational change and the ability to successfully define, communicate, and implement change initiatives

-Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities with a track record of translating ideas into actionable plans

-Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated strong project and team management skills.

A solid understanding of the purpose and use of social media for strategic stakeholder engagement and issues management.

This position is an active member of the university’s emergency response Crisis Management Team.

Experience as an official public representative and advising/training on media relations best practices and in regards to sensitive or controversial issues.

A solid understanding of Alberta and Canada's political and media landscape, and in particular the key stakeholders for post-secondary education.

Ability to manage competing deadlines and multiple demands, and effectively prioritize under pressure and during times of crisis.

Experience with Project Management tools (Planview, Leankit, MS Project, MS Visio)

CAPM or relevant Project Management certification

Knowledge and experience with various collaborative workflow tools (Confluence, Jira)

Manage the implementation of multiple concurrent projects and initiatives of varying complexity in a time efficient, cost and risk mitigating manner.

Collaborate and contribute on cross-functional enterprise initiatives and manage the effective implementation of assigned deliverables.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of two years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Plans, manages and executes special events (learning sessions) pertaining to Indigenous topics.

Develops and implements Indigenous strategic plans, goals and objectives, including overseeing the implementation of UBC’s Indigenous Strategic plan within eMentoring.

Recruits Indigenous mentors from UBC and other post-secondary institutions within British Columbia.

Develops partnerships with other units, both within and outside of UBC, that support Indigenous students.