First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)
Chief Financial Officer & Vice President of Information Management and Information Technology

In 2013, the FNHA began a new era in BC First Nations health governance and health care delivery by taking responsibility for the programs and services formerly delivered by Health Canada. Since then, the FNHA has been working to address service gaps through new partnerships, closer collaboration, health systems innovation, reform and redesign of health programs and services for individuals, families, communities and Nations. The FNHA is also a champion of culturally safe practices throughout the broader health care system. Taking a leadership role, the FNHA actively works with its health partners to embed cultural safety and humility into health service delivery and improve health outcomes for First Nations people.

The Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Information Management and Information Technology (CFO) – reporting to the CEO – holds an executive role that shapes and directs the financial and digital strategy in alignment with the FNHA’s objectives for First Nations health in British Columbia. Entrusted with overseeing all financial and fiscal management aspects of a highly complex, multi-partner organization, the CFO handles a range of functions, from budgeting and financial reporting to forecasting and risk management, ensuring these elements support the organization’s mission and services. Additionally, the CFO provides strategic direction in leading Information Management and Information Technology, critical functions that ensure the organization’s data, digital health, and information security infrastructure deliver service excellence.

Tasked with articulating and achieving the vision of the financial and technology systems for the organization, the CFO is at the forefront of driving change management, streamlining financial and technology operations, and fortifying the organization’s financial and information infrastructure. Collaborating closely with internal teams, First Nation Communities, and external partners, including government bodies, the CFO ensures that funding allocation and utilization are strategically aligned with FNHA’s mission. Additionally, the role includes strategically leading and mentoring a diverse team, guiding their professional development, inspiring a commitment to excellence, and maintaining accountability in all financial and technology practices.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of financial and technology expertise, leadership skills, cultural safety and humility, and a dedication to the FNHA’s seven directives and values, contributing to the organization’s vision of enhancing healthcare for First Nations people across the province. With a solid track record in finance and technology leadership, including contract and procurement management, the selected individual will be versed in developing budgetary and IT strategies that meet the unique healthcare needs of Indigenous communities.

Capable of navigating highly complex organizational landscapes, the ideal candidate will articulate a departmental vision that achieves consensus wherever possible. An understanding of the health care and public service dynamics will be critical, as will a track record in leading sizable teams and building strong relationships with internal teams, First Nation communities, and health system partners. Guided by integrity, openness, and transparency, the ideal CFO will exemplify leadership that inspires trust, focus, and collaboration, adeptly leading FNHA through a period of ongoing change and transformation.

The targeted salary range for this position is $226,000 – $282,000, supplemented by a competitive total rewards package. The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit or Métis.