About the Role

Wahkohtowin Healing Centre is seeking a Policy and Strategic Lead to provide visionary leadership, policy development, and strategic direction to support our mission of culturally grounded healing and wellness. The successful candidate will play a critical role in advancing Indigenous health policy, securing funding, building partnerships, and ensuring alignment with community needs and values.

This role requires a deep understanding of Indigenous governance, health policy, and community-led advocacy, along with strong skills in policy writing, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement.

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Key Responsibilities

Policy Development and Advocacy

• Lead the development of policies and frameworks that support Indigenous-led health and wellness services

• Advocate for policy changes that improve access to culturally safe healthcare for Indigenous communities

• Ensure that all policies align with Indigenous rights, self-determination, and holistic wellness principles

• Conduct research and analyze government legislation, funding structures, and Indigenous health trends

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Strategic Planning and Organizational Development

• Develop and implement a strategic vision and long-term plans for Wahkohtowin Healing Centre

• Work closely with the Executive Director and Leadership Team to ensure policies and strategies align with the Centre’s mission

• Identify funding opportunities, partnerships, and policy gaps to enhance service delivery

• Support the growth and sustainability of Wahkohtowin Healing Centre through evidence-based planning

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Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities, government agencies, funders, and advocacy groups

• Represent Wahkohtowin Healing Centre in policy discussions, conferences, and intergovernmental meetings

• Work collaboratively with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members to ensure policies reflect Indigenous perspectives and priorities

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Research, Evaluation and Reporting

• Oversee program evaluation and impact assessment to inform policy decisions

• Develop reports, policy briefs, and strategic documents to communicate key findings and recommendations

• Ensure policies are culturally appropriate, evidence-based, and driven by community needs

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Qualifications and Experience

We recognize that skills and experience come in many forms. If you meet some or most of the criteria below, we encourage you to apply.

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• Bachelor's degree in a related field required 

• Strong understanding of Indigenous governance, self-determination, and policy-making processes

• Experience in policy development, strategic planning, or health advocacy, ideally in an Indigenous or non-profit setting

• Familiarity with Indigenous health, social determinants of health, and holistic wellness approaches

• Experience working directly with Indigenous communities, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers

• Strong research, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to create policy briefs, reports, and funding proposals

• Knowledge of funding structures, government relations, and Indigenous rights frameworks

• Ability to manage multiple projects, work collaboratively, and engage in community-based decision-making

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Why Join Wahkohtowin Healing Centre

• Be part of a growing, community-driven Indigenous organization committed to self-determined health and wellness

• Work in an environment that honors Indigenous knowledge, cultural teachings, and land-based healing

• Opportunity to shape policies that drive meaningful change in Indigenous health and well-being

• Competitive salary and a benefits package that supports your holistic well-being

• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid options available

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Wahkohtowin Healing Centre is committed to hiring Indigenous candidates and those with lived experience in Indigenous communities. We strongly encourage Indigenous applicants to self-identify in their application.