We are hiring!
About Us
Are you are a great communicator, self-directed, and committed to advocating for public health care in Saskatchewan?
The Saskatchewan Health Coalition is looking for its next Provincial Director. As the organization's only paid position, the provincial director works closely with a volunteer board to carry out the organization's advocacy, membership development, and operational activities.
About Us
The Saskatchewan Health Coalition (SHC) is a non-partisan, democratic, non-profit coalition committed to advocating for a publicly funded and administered health care system in Saskatchewan. Rooted in the province's history as the birthplace of Medicare, SHC unites individuals and organizations to ensure quality care for all, with priorities including defending public health care from rising privatization efforts, advocating for national Pharmacare, improving seniors' care, and other important work.
Total Compensation
Hours: 30 hours per week (0.75 FTE)
Compensation: $4,800 per month ($57,600 per year)
Benefits: $2,500/year stipend provided for an individual benefits plan
Vacation: Four weeks
Working Conditions
Reports to: The Saskatchewan Health Coalition's Executive Committee
Location: Remote, from anywhere in Saskatchewan; Regina or Saskatoon preferred
Travel: Semi-regularly throughout the province and beyond to host, attend/table, or speak at events
Term: Three-year contract, with probationary period
Job Activities
Lead public campaigns and advocacy work, as related to defending public health care and other key priorities
Plan and execute events, town halls, workshops, and rallies, in accordance with our mandate
Represent the Health Coalition at conventions, rallies, and events, and build relationships with funding unions, community organizations, and allied coalitions, including tabling at conventions and other events
Recruit, manage, and communicate with our membership, including processing applications and renewals
Run the organization's recurring annual cycle: AGM preparation, the annual corporate filing, and coordinating renewals with funders and stakeholders
Develop communication materials, including graphics for social media posts, flyers, and outreach activities
Maintain the website and social media presence; prepare and send email blasts and/or a regular newsletter
Assist with financial processes and annual budget; manage SHC’s administrative activities
Stay current on provincial and national trends related to SHC's mandate
Manage board files and annual calendar, assisting with agendas, bylaws, policies, and board processes.
Required Expertise and Experience
A university degree and/or at least three years of demonstrated experience in administration, communications and outreach, and/or project management
Strong verbal and written communication skills, from board reporting to public speaking to letters to the editor, and the ability to work effectively with board members, membership, and community partners
Comfort with basic design, messaging, and social media
Comfort working as SHC's sole staff person. This includes the ability to set your own work plan and schedule and to balance time-sensitive advocacy priorities against the role's recurring administrative load
Experience with membership recruitment and retention, as well as collaboration with community partners
Previous experience working with a non-profit board will be considered an asset
An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of public health care; ability to understand broad policy change and its impact on the public; knowledge of provincial and federal government structure and jurisdiction; demonstrated advocacy experience; and knowledge of community organizing principles
Technology: Skilled in Microsoft word/google docs, excel, powerpoint (or other presentation software), and, adobe. Good working knowledge of G-Suite, Canva, basic website maintenance, online booking and email systems.
How to Apply
Please prepare a cover letter outlining why you are interested in the position and how your experience and skills will benefit the Saskatchewan Health Coalition. Send your cover letter and a current resume to:
Rachel Loewen Walker
Deadline for applications is 4:00 pm on Friday, October 2nd, 2026. You can also contact the above email with any questions about this posting in advance of the deadline.
Our Commitment to Equity
The Saskatchewan Health Coalition actively encourages and prioritizes applications from people who self-identify as members of underrepresented groups or communities, or as those that have experienced barriers to equitable treatment and representation. Please indicate this in your cover letter, if you are comfortable doing so.
Our Hiring Process
After the application deadline, the hiring committee will review all applications and create a shortlist of candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the interview process and may request alternative interview methods if accommodations are needed.
Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to provide three references and to submit a short portfolio documenting related work (i.e. a writing sample and samples of messaging and/or design-work). Full guidelines for the portfolio will be provided if you are invited to the interview process. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check, reimbursed by SHC.
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