Executive Director, Indigenous Health Policy and Planning

Job Information

Job Title:  Executive Director, Indigenous Health Policy and Planning

Job Requisition ID:   75819

Ministry:  Primary and Preventative Health Services

Location:  Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:  Full Time

Hours of Work:  36.25

Regular/Temporary:  Regular

Scope:  Open

Closing Date: October 21, 2025

Classification:  Executive Manager 1

About Us

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable primary health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to public health challenges, improving public health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness; coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services.

For further information, visit the ministry websites at  https://www.alberta.ca/primary-and-preventative-health-services.

Role

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Indigenous Health, you will help lead the planning and enhancement of the quality and delivery of Indigenous health care services across the province by building and enhancing relationships and partnerships with Indigenous Peoples. This will include developing strategic policies and programs that will advance Indigenous culturally sensitive models of health care and leverage all health care professionals to improve health equity for Indigenous Peoples.  You will work collaboratively with the federal government and provide strategic policy analysis related to complex jurisdictional responsibilities for health services provision in Alberta, on and off reserve and on and off settlement.  Your excellent communication and influential skills will help create strong networks and relationships with First Nations, Metis and Inuit health leaders and will help you work to build strong cultural awareness within the department for improved health outcomes for Indigenous communities. You have experience leading strong teams accountable for policy analysis and policy development, and you demonstrate an understanding of government and department priorities.

Qualifications

This key role requires a performance driven, influential leader with significant senior leadership experience in challenging multi-stakeholder environments. Your career reflects proven strengths in Indigenous health systems or health care delivery, policy development, multiple stakeholder engagement, managing complex issues and a collaborative and integrated approach to achieving corporate goals. Your background includes a demonstrated understanding of government structure and decision-making, legislative frameworks, accountability processes and policy development mechanisms.   A capable relationship builder, you excel at engaging Indigenous communities and stakeholders in shaping and implementing high impact initiatives. Your capacity to inspire and empower change-agile teams will support you in delivering on key objectives. An understanding of Indigenous health system priorities, health care delivery, and issues within the political, economic, and global environment is essential to your success.  A University degree is preferred.

Salary

$5,234.94 - $6,879.68 bi-weekly ($136,631 - $179,559 annually)

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

• Compensation Overview – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Pension plans:
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development

Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. POSITION PROFILE

How to Apply

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Resources for applicants:

https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx

https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx

https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.  

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.