Call for Certified First Nations Health Manager Program Instructors for the First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA)
Introduction and Background
The FNHMA promotes and contributes to the advancement of First Nations health management and provides opportunities to share knowledge. Health managers from across Canada can take advantage of the Certified First Nations Health Manager Program (CFNHMP) and professional designation to support their knowledge of health management and achieve professional growth. FNHMA prepares individuals to work with new knowledge and skills and assists its members and their organizations to set strategic goals, successfully implement plans, and deliver quality health service programs.
FNHMA focuses on competencies that are essential for a professional active in First Nations health management. These 10 Core Competencies serve as a base for the development of curriculum for the CFNHMP.
The CFNHMP consists of 5 courses:
Course 100 – The First Nations Health Landscape
Course 200 – High-Performing Strategic Organizations
Course 300 – Effective Programs and Services
Course 400 – Efficient Organizations
Course 500 – The Professional First Nations Health Manager
View the CFNHM Information Guide for an outline of course learning objectives.
The CFNHMP is delivered in both virtual and in-person settings.
Objective
This call for CFNHMP Instructors invites applications from individuals interested in delivering the in-person (intensive) CFNHMP course at various locations across Turtle Island.
Scope
Instructors are responsible for the delivery of in-person (intensive) CFNHMP courses. This includes reviewing material and preparing to deliver the courses utilizing FNHMA’s instructional materials as well as any associated travel. The selected contractor will also be responsible for grading learner assignments throughout the courses in alignment with FNHMA service standards of returning marks within 2 weeks.
To ensure the consistency and rigour of the program is maintained, FNHMA requires that all instructors undergo an extensive training process with an experienced instructor. This training will include 5 days of virtual training with an experienced instructor and shadowing one in-person course with the instructor to understand how courses are typically delivered. An experienced instructor will also observe the successful applicant’s first course delivery to support delivery and offer advice and suggestions.
Instructors are expected to commit to completing a minimum of 5 courses or one cohort of learners (Courses 100 through to 500) to support consistency for learners and to reflect the significant training effort carried out by the FNHMA to support the instructor's success.
Timeframe
The FNHMA will work with the instructor to finalize a course delivery schedule that meets the needs of First Nation sponsoring organizations. The contract will be completed following training and the delivery of 5 courses.
Qualifications
The applicant must demonstrate that they have the following skills and experience:
A post-secondary degree and 5 years of related experience, preferably with a First Nations organization, and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Previous experience in an educational or capacity building role—preferably in the field of health.
Knowledge of First Nations health services management, context, services, and delivery.
Knowledge of current and historical issues facing First Nations peoples.
Extensive experience in facilitating and/or instructing adult learners.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to demonstrate judgement, tact, innovation, and initiative.
Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Currently possessing the Certified First Nations Health Manager (CFNHM) designation, or previous experience with the CFNHMP as a learner, is considered a strong asset.
Bilingual (English/French) as well as fluency/familiarity with First Nations languages, is considered a strong asset.
Preference will be given to First Nation applicants.
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Closing Date
As a contractor, you are asked to provide one electronic copy of your application by October 25, 2024, at 5 p.m. EDT.
Please submit your application to: Connie Toulouse Director of Corporate Services, FNHMA Email: connie.toulouse@fnhma.ca
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