Position Title: Policy & System Transformation Manager

Department: Strategic Initiatives & Advocacy

Reports to: Strategic Officer

Location: Hybrid (minimum 2 days/week in office; full-time in office during probation)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

The Midwives Association of British Columbia (MABC) is entering an exciting phase of growth and system-level advocacy. The Policy & System Transformation Manager plays a key role in advancing this work by coordinating MABC’s policy, advocacy, and system-transformation initiatives.

Reporting to the Strategic Officer, the Manager leads priority projects such as Midwifery Pathways BC, supports member-informed advocacy, and ensures alignment with MABC’s 2025–2030 Strategic Plan. The role also helps build and refine core departmental processes, strengthen internal coordination, and advance evidence-informed strategies that support midwifery integration, sustainability, and equity across BC’s health system.

Our Commitment to Equity, Cultural Safety & Inclusion

MABC is deeply committed to advancing equity, cultural safety, anti-racism, and reconciliation in all areas of our work. We welcome applications from candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences, especially those from Indigenous, Black, racialized, LGBTQIA2S+, disabled, and other equity-deserving communities.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every listed qualification. We recognize that valuable knowledge and skill can be gained through diverse life, work, and community experiences.

Role Summary

The Policy & System Transformation Manager is responsible for coordinating and delivering MABC’s policy, advocacy, and system-change priorities. This role manages workflows across the department, supports collaboration with RM subject-matter experts, and drives evidence-informed strategies that strengthen midwifery integration, sustainability, and equity across BC’s health system.

Key Responsibilities

Policy, Advocacy & System Transformation

Coordinate and support the execution of policy and system-change initiatives.
Oversee system-transformation projects including Midwifery Pathways BC and workforce sustainability strategies.
Develop briefing notes, submissions, policy analyses, and position statements for leadership and external partners.

Stakeholder & Member Engagement

Triage policy-related member inquiries and collaborate with RM advisors as needed.
Support coordinated engagement with MoH, Health Authorities, BCCNM, FNHA, UBC, and partner associations through preparation, participation, and follow-through.
Represent MABC on committees, working groups, and multi-stakeholder policy tables.

Evidence-Informed Decision Support

Guide research and data needs in collaboration with the Data Analyst.
Monitor trends, risks, opportunities, and policy shifts; provide proactive insights to leadership.
Prepare reports, presentations, and materials for committees, leadership, and external audiences.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Degree in public policy, public administration, health systems, or a related field (Master’s degree an asset but not required).
Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience with 2-3 years at a managerial level in policy development, system transformation, government relations, advocacy, or a related field.
Experience managing projects and teams in dynamic, multi-stakeholder or evolving environments.
Experience within BC’s health system, a regulated profession (e.g., health regulatory college), or a health-care professional association or membership-based organization is an asset.
Knowledge of midwifery, perinatal care, or reproductive health is an asset but not required.

Skills & Competencies

Strong policy analysis skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information and develop clear, actionable recommendations.
Ability to easily adapt and evolve in the related industry, actor, and MABC’s scope
Willing to learn and catch up fast with all related MABC regulatory laws and policies.
Excellence in Project Management skills and ability to work with relevant tools (e.g., Asana)
Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities across diverse partners and perspectives.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Strong communication skills, including clear written, verbal, and visual presentation abilities.
Commitment to equity, cultural safety, anti-racism, and reconciliation, with an ability to apply these principles in policy and engagement work.

What We Have to Offer

· A full-time permanent hybrid position (during the probationary time, on-site work is required) based in Burnaby, British Columbia

· Salary range of $90,000 – $110,000

· Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits

· 3 weeks paid vacation plus generous sick and wellness leave

· Employer RRSP matching contribution

· Professional development opportunities

· A supportive and engaging team culture centered on care, integrity, and purpose

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience, and your current CV as one document.

If you require any accommodations, please contact application@bcmidwives.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest—only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Midwives Association of British Columbia

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Policy & System Transformation Manager