HIV STRATEGY COORDINATOR

Full-Time Position

Deadline Extended

The Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority is a dynamic and evolving healthcare agency that provides health program support to its four northern partners - Prince Albert Grand Council, Meadow Lake Tribal Council, Lac La Ronge Indian Band, and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation.

POSITION MANDATE

The HIV Strategy Coordinator will work with Partner HIV Strategy Coordinators to implement the NITHA HIV Strategy, including liaising with the SK HIV Collaborative team and SHA HIV Coordinators. The HIV Strategy Coordinator will act as a resource to support and apply a strategic approach to building capacity in the NITHA communities. The Coordinator will jointly provide contact tracing and case management. The Coordinator will also plan and deliver capacity-building workshops or similar activities; promote a culturally competent understanding among support staff; and provide expert advice and technical assistance in designing an ethical HIV and AIDS strategy that is methodologically sound, culturally appropriate, respectful, and relevant.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Our ideal candidate will be an innovative professional with the essential skills, knowledge, and abilities required, including the following:

• Bachelors degree in Nursing, must be registered or be eligible for registration with the CRNS.
• 3 years of relevant work experience in community or population health, focusing on communicable diseases.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of current trends, issues and best practice strategies in HIV prevention care and support, including co-infections and harm reduction concepts and practices.
• Demonstrated case management, teaching, training, clinical support and consultation skills.
• Ability to engage community and leadership to increase support for HIV-positive persons and advocate for health public policies and services that promote and protect the health and well-being of Northern communities.
• Knowledge of HIPA, the SK Public Health Act and CDC regulations.
• Knowledge of the population health approach to health promotion and prevention, relating to social determinants of health.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically Panorama, Excel, PowerPoint, and other database systems.
• Experience working with or within a First Nations organization and/or speaking a First Nations language are assets.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 drivers license as travel will be required.

NITHA offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Please note that only a complete application, including a cover letter, resume, three (3) work-related references, and a copy of education /certification, will be considered. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE:

December 20, 2024

Interested applicants may submit their applications in confidence to:

HUMAN RESOURCES

Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority

P.O. Box 787

Prince Albert, SK S6V 5S4

Email: [email protected]

Fax: (306) 953 5010

Website: www.nitha.com