Pour obtenir une traduction en français de l’offre d’emploi suivante, veuillez envoyer un courriel à careers@ontariohealth.ca. Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours. To obtain a French translation of the following job posting, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days. At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care. What Ontario Health offers: At Ontario Health, your growth and well-being aren’t just supported—they’re celebrated every step of the way. Here, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping a fulfilling and sustainable career. Based on your role, you may receive: Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family’s health Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support your overall well-being A premium defined benefit pension plan, ensuring long-term financial security Competitive vacation entitlement that encourages time to rest and recharge Three personal days and two float days annually, providing added flexibility to support work-life balance, in addition to vacation days Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive in your profession A collaborative, values-driven workplace where integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity shape everything we do Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion, fostering belonging, equity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives across our team Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity. The Indigenous Health Unit (IHU) is dedicated to building strong, respectful relationships with First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous (FNIMUI) leadership, organizations, and communities. The team works to help ensure Ontario’s health system reflects the priorities and needs of FNIMUI peoples through partnership, coordinated engagement, and system-wide collaboration. Reporting to the Manager, Cancer and Ontario Health Priorities, this Lead role is a unique opportunity to influence Indigenous health priorities across Ontario Health and the broader system. You will work with internal portfolios, regional teams, governments, health service providers, and community partners to advance culturally relevant, equitable health programs and services. This role is ideal for a strategic, relationship-focused leader who can navigate complexity, build trust, and help drive coordinated action that improves health outcomes for FNIMUI peoples across Ontario. Here is what you will be doing: Key Responsibilities Build and sustain trusted relationships with FNIMUI partners, Ontario Health portfolios, regional teams, governments, health service providers, and other system partners to advance shared priorities. Lead and support cross-functional initiatives related to Indigenous health equity, including policy development, program design, system planning, and coordinated engagement activities. Provide strategic advice, leadership, and subject matter expertise to internal and external partners to help ensure programs, services, and initiatives are culturally relevant, aligned, and responsive to FNIMUI priorities. Support Ontario Health teams in building internal capacity to lead Indigenous initiatives and embed commitments from the FNIMUI Health Plan into departmental and business unit priorities. Lead complex projects and portfolios from planning through implementation and evaluation, including requirements gathering, workflow redesign, issue resolution, and partner coordination. Develop high-quality analyses, briefing notes, reports, presentations, business cases, and other materials to support leadership decision-making, partner engagement, and progress reporting. Lead work related to funding arrangements, implementation activities, and reporting with FNIMUI partners and communities, ensuring deliverables are completed with quality and on time. Identify and manage risks, navigate sensitive issues, and apply sound judgment to maintain momentum, strengthen relationships, and protect Ontario Health’s reputation. Apply knowledge of Indigenous cultural values, perspectives, and data governance principles to support thoughtful program implementation, communication, and reporting. Communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively with senior leaders, Indigenous communities, and external organizations through strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. Here is what you will need to be successful: Education and Experience Completion of master’s degree in a health-related field, or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience. At least 3-5 years of experience successfully leading and managing health care projects and/or programs. Experience working with Indigenous communities and people. Experience in addressing Indigenous chronic disease issues would be an asset. Highly productive and motivated, capable of quality output and able to multitask and prioritize assignments to meet timelines and manage competing priorities. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a dynamic team within a fast-paced environment, using sound judgement. A desire to learn and take on new opportunities. Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and be committed to organizational health, culture, and values. Knowledge and Skills groups Ability to build effective relationships and work productively in multi-faceted environment. Demonstrated leadership, excellent communication, decision making, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and implement programs and initiatives. Demonstrated ability to apply risk mitigation to situations to manage and uphold Ontario Health reputation. Demonstrated strategic leadership, collaboration and influencing skills in a complex, high volume, fast paced environment. Demonstrated ability to work independently in a self-directed, goal-oriented manner with minimal supervision. Detail-oriented with excellent organization and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to conduct literature searches, and compile into summaries and briefs. Strong understanding of the social determinants of health and health equity. Extensive knowledge of the federal and provincial government departments responsible for Indigenous issues and Ontario’s provincial health care system. Extensive knowledge and understanding of First Nations, Inuit and Métis history, culture and health/socio-economic issues/needs in Ontario, including governance structures. Location: Ontario Health (OH) welcomes applications from candidates across Ontario. Please note that this role follows an in-office work model, requiring employees to work from a designated, approved Ontario Health location. #LI- RA1 Employment Type: Temporary + (Fixed Term) Full time Contract Length: 12 Month(s) Salary Band: Band 6 External Application Deadline Date: July 15, 2026 All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health. Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities. Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours. Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match. Ontario Health is the provincial agency responsible for ensuring Ontarians receive high-quality health care services where and when they need them. Since it was established in June 2019, Ontario Health has brought together the strengths of many existing health care organizations to work together to build a better health care system for all Ontarians. Building on the expertise and knowledge of our people, we are committed to applying the best of what we collectively do, and in partnership with others, to transform the health system and improve the quality and delivery of care for patients, families, and health care providers.