Description
POSITION # 20001779
NATIONAL OCCUPATION CODE 12101
POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME
Position Overview
Reporting to the Director - Workforce Development, the Workforce Development Coordinator will contribute to the development of a representative workforce within the Winnipeg Health Region that facilitates greater inclusion of the Indigenous community.
Develop a comprehensive regional representative workforce strategy, including the development and implementation of recruitment resources and tools to promote and support recruitment of Indigenous employees.
Develops strong working relationships with various sectors of Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) management, employees, and the community to enhance the Region’s capacity to attract Indigenous job seekers to careers in the health field.
Promotes a positive public awareness of the WRHA and its career options and services to internal and external stakeholders of the healthcare system.
Acts as a resource to the WRHA to increase awareness of the healthcare careers/employment opportunities among Indigenous job seekers through a variety of career exploration, outreach and recruitment initiatives.
Experience
- Experience in/and knowledge of Workforce Development functions specializing in Healthcare, Indigenous employment, workforce development, youth engagement strategies.
- Previous experience in workforce or career development, involving engagement activities and outreach to the community.
- Experience working with the Indigenous community; knowledge of Indigenous customs, values, beliefs and traditions.
- Demonstrated experience promoting careers to Indigenous students and youth, with the ability to provide information on community resources and encourage them to apply to various training/education programs.
- Demonstrated strategic problem-solving skills and research experience.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
- University Degree or College diploma in social sciences, human resources or management required.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
- Valid driver’s license.
- Access to vehicle.
Qualifications and Skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and manage interpersonal relationships professionally.
- Working knowledge of the Indigenous community resources and organizations.
- Ability to set goals and meet deadlines under pressure and with changing priorities.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills (report writing and presentations).
- Ability to manage tasks and projects involving diverse organizations in the community and internal stakeholders. Preference will be given to individuals who are of Indigenous ancestry.
Please send a cover letter and a resume to employerrep@abcentre.org.
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