Position Summary

Join Northern Health as an Advisor, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA), and lead transformative, system-wide efforts to embed inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe practices across healthcare delivery for the communities we serve.

In accordance with the established vision, mission, values and strategic priorities of the organization, the Advisor, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA), plays a strategic leadership role in advancing Northern Health’s commitment to building a health system where inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe care is foundational. This position provides expert guidance to integrate IDEA principles into organizational policies, strategies, and programs, while driving system-level change that enhances accountability, responsiveness, and impact.
Bringing advanced knowledge, strategic insight, and lived or living experience, the Advisor leads initiatives that strengthen Northern Health’s capacity to embed IDEA across clinical operations, workforce development, governance, and service delivery. The role collaborates with leaders and teams to foster inclusive practice, diversify the workforce, remove barriers to accessibility, promote cultural humility, and guide Northern Health’s evolution toward exceptional health services for Northerners, while living its values of empathy, respect, collaboration, and innovation.

Starting salary will be approximately from $90,770 to $113,462 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as health science, social science, human resources, education, health administration, or political science.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of recent, related experience in diversity, inclusion, accessibility, or anti-oppression-preferably in a healthcare or public sector environment.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and lived or living experience will be considered.

Skills and Abilities:
• Advanced understanding of IDEA frameworks, systemic inequities, and equity-centered organizational change.
• Proven ability to develop strategy, lead policy work, and facilitate system-level improvement.
• Strong consultation and advisory skills with senior leaders and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience engaging across cultures and communities with cultural humility and respect.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of human rights, accessibility standards, Indigenous reconciliation frameworks, and anti-discrimination legislation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, collaboration platforms, and data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and adaptive leadership skills.
• Ability to influence change across hierarchical structures and build coalitions for equity.
• Experience with conflict resolution, inclusive governance, and organizational accountability frameworks.

Where you will be working:
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George

More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

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