Senior Specialist

Description:

The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), a national leader in cancer prevention and support, is seeking a Talk Tobacco Senior Specialist to support the delivery and promotion of culturally appropriate commercial tobacco cessation services for Indigenous communities in British Columbia. This position is part of the Talk Tobacco initiative, implemented in partnership with the First Nations Health Authority, and aligns with reconciliation efforts and Indigenous health equity.

The successful candidate will serve as a key ambassador for the Talk Tobacco program, connecting Indigenous communities, health professionals, and partner organizations to culturally sensitive cessation services. This initiative acknowledges the sacred use of Traditional tobacco while focusing efforts on reducing commercial tobacco use, which poses health risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead initiatives to raise awareness and uptake of Talk Tobacco services across BC.

• Implement, monitor, and evaluate community engagement strategies and partnerships.

• Collaborate with Indigenous-serving organizations and health professionals to increase referrals.

• Manage program content, promotional material, presentations, and social media strategy.

• Establish and maintain respectful partnerships with Indigenous communities and organizations.

• Contribute to strategic planning, program implementation, evaluation, and reporting.

• Ensure cultural sensitivity in communication, aligning with Indigenous worldviews and wellness practices.

• Support funding proposals and meet funder deliverables.

• Engage with internal CCS departments and external stakeholders to integrate services and expand impact.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Postsecondary education in health promotion, public health, Indigenous health, social work, or a related discipline.

• In-depth understanding of social determinants of health and how they affect Indigenous communities.

• 5+ years of experience in a related role, preferably in health care or community-based organizations.

• Experience with program development, evaluation, and promotion, including use of social media.

• Experience with commercial tobacco cessation strategies and Indigenous health practices.

• Knowledge of referral pathways in health care and familiarity with CRM systems.

• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Bilingualism in French is an asset; fluency in a First Nations language common in BC is also an asset.

What You Can Expect from CCS:

• A collaborative and inclusive workplace rooted in the values of Courage, Unity, Caring, and Rigor.

• Competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance, paid parental leave, and family sick time.

• A meaningful role where your efforts directly contribute to improved cancer outcomes across Canada.

• Opportunity to make a real impact on Indigenous health equity and cancer prevention.