The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.
The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.
The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis. All interested First Nations, Inuit or Métis individuals are encouraged to apply. The First Nations Health Authority has a mandate to increase First Nations, Inuit or Métis representation in the workforce. Applicant skills, perspectives and lived experience may be matched for this role, or other opportunities within the FNHA.
FNHA is proud to have been named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. Learn more about why we were selected here.
FNHA's Health Benefits program is entering a new phase of maturity and growth following the transition of responsibilities from federal programs. As the program continues to evolve, there is a unique opportunity to help shape the next generation of benefits through policy innovation, service improvements, data-informed decision-making, and stronger partnerships with First Nations communities. This role offers the chance to influence meaningful change while supporting the long-term sustainability and effectiveness of a program that directly impacts the health and wellness of First Nations people across BC.
Title: Manager, Benefits Management
Salary: $102,397 - $120,467 - $138,538 per year (pay range explained below)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 8:30 am-4:30 pm Mon- Fri (core hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri)
Location: Coast Salish Territories of Squamish, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh- Metro Vancouver- Alberni office – Hybrid (1 day in office) (Hybrid working is an option in line with FNHA’s flex work policy).
Please note, this role will be relocating to our new office building in North Vancouver on Tsleil-Waututh Nation (TWN) land, south of Mount Seymour Parkway in Spring 2027.
About the role
As Manager, Benefits Management, you will provide leadership and management of end-to-end processes and all activities related to review and implementation of day-to-day benefit maintenance changes (Pharmacy, Dental, Medical Supplies & Equipment, Vision, Crisis Mental Health, and Medical Transportation). You will manage Benefits Management staff and their operations and will review, recommend and implement new or modified benefit maintenance change processes. Additionally, you will implement updates and ensure communication with relevant parties (e.g., third-party providers, communities, agencies, government organizations, clients, service providers, FNHA staff).
About you
To be successful in this role you will have-
Education
- University Degree in a related field plus 8-10 years related experience, including leadership skills and abilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
- Knowledge of First Nations communities in BC and the health services they receive.
- Experience in working with First Nations would be an asset.
Please refer to Job Specification section of the Job Description for more details.
Working at FNHA
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31%
- 4 weeks’ vacation, which increases with service to 5 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day
- 5 cultural days per year for non-union First Nations, Inuit, or Métis employees
- Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
- And more!
Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our family to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.
The Pay Range is the minimum and maximum annual salary based on full time equivalent hours.
Incumbents are typically hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the range based on their knowledge, skills, abilities and experience in relation to the role requirements.
The top 10% of the pay range is for the incumbents who are industry experts in the job with the combination of exceptional experience and competencies needed to perform all duties and responsibilities at a superior capability level. Internal employee compensation will be determined as per the FNHA Employee Total Compensation Policy.
How to apply
Closing date: September 16, 2026 (at 23:59)
For more information about us, please visit: www.fnha.ca/about/work-with-us
For information about https://www.fnha.ca/what-we-do/cultural-safety-and-humility and for information about Land Acknowledgements
If you have any inquiries or issues please contact FNHA Recruitment at [email protected]
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