The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is currently recruiting a Vancouver Island Regional Appointee Board member. The FNHA provides health and wellness programs and services to First Nations province-wide. The 9-member Board collectively works for and make decisions for the benefit of all BC First Nations, regardless of residence; however, the Board is structured in a manner to make space for regional experience and perspective. The 9-member Board includes 5 Board members selected from nominations of First Nations in the 5 Regions (Fraser Salish, Interior, North, Vancouver Coastal, and Vancouver Island) and 4 Board members chosen at large.
Qualified First Nations individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The key governance functions of the FNHA Board of Directors include:
- Approve the Society’s strategic vision;
- Prepare a multi-year health plan, as required under the Framework Agreement;
- Approve and monitor the Society’s financial/corporate and operational plans;
- Set and maintain organization and operational (health) performance goals for the Society;
- Provide for an objective evaluation of the performance of Directors;
- Monitor the effectiveness of the Society’s governance practices; and
- Provide for merit-based evaluation of the FNHA CEO.
COMPETENCIES
FNHA Board members require a broad range of skills and experience.
The competencies currently being sought and prioritized include:
- Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure;
- Clinical experience and expertise;
- Quality and patient safety management;
- Accounting and Finance; and
- A high degree of cultural competency and knowledge of First Nations in BC.
Successful candidates must complete a criminal record check and must be a resident of British Columbia.
A Regional Panel consisting of one representative from each Sub-Region will review applications based on Board qualifications and competencies as well as the Consensus Paper and Resolution of 2012-01. The Members will then interview potential candidates and make a recommendation to the Members as a whole.
The following may not be appointed as a Director:
1. A FNHA Member;
2. A First Nations Official;
3. An elected federal, provincial or municipal official;
4. A First Nations Health Director;
5. An employee of or contractor with the Society; or
6. Any person who has been in any of the categories (1) to (5) above for a minimum period of 6 months prior to their appointment.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume and three letters of reference to:
Laurie Bevan | Board@fnha.ca
501-100 Park Royal South, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1A2
Deadline for applications is November 15, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
For additional information, visit our website www.fnha.ca
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