ADMN O 24R - Aboriginal Policy and Practice Program Analyst

The Team
The Aboriginal Policy and Practice (APP) Branch in MCFD’s Partnership and Indigenous Engagement Division is a dedicated team focused on integrating the Aboriginal Policy and Practice Framework (APPF) across the ministry and among partners. Since its establishment in 2017, the branch has grown into a team of 12 members, bringing together Indigenous and diverse cultural perspectives. Organized into two teams (Provincial Initiatives and Service Delivery Support), the APP Branch leads APPF integration at both provincial and service delivery levels, including partnering with Indigenous Child & Family Service Agencies (ICFSAs) and service providers.

The Role
The APP Program Analyst plays a key role in integrating the APPF to support positive outcomes for Indigenous children, youth, families, and communities. This role involves developing integration and reconciliation plans, supporting staff to foster strong relationships with Indigenous communities, and building partnerships across MCFD and with service providers. Through this work, the Program Analyst helps influence practices that drive meaningful improvements in the lives of those served.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences plus two (2) years related experience; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education and/or related experience totalling six (6) years.

Related experience includes a minimum of two (2) years experience in each of the following:

• Providing direct services to Indigenous Peoples and/or communities;
• Facilitating and/or leading change across multiple organizations;
• Supporting and facilitating cultural competency training and development;
• Experience working with child and family services with the ministry, Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies or other child and family focused services;
• Experience working with Indigenous communities;
• Experience and/or education related to cultural awareness and competence;
• Experience in negotiation, mediation, and/or conflict resolution processes;
• Experience managing multiple projects and assignments;
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Preference may be given to:

• Applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit with the required combination of education and experience.

Provisos:

• Must be willing to work evenings/weekends.
• Must be willing to travel. Transportation must meet ministry operational requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Breanna.Viala@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is one permanent position and two (2) temporary opportunities - one to September 26, 2025 and the other to April 30, 2025.
These temporary opportunity end dates may change, be extended OR permanent appointments may result from the temporary appointments.
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and temporary vacancies.
Temporary postings are not limited to the geographic area. Board and lodging and relocation expenses do not apply.
This position can be based in any Children & Family Development ministry office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; these positions may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.
Isolation Allowance for locations that are applicable for this allowance.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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