Governance Advisor

Status: Regular, Full-Time
Number of Positions: 1
Work Location: Hybrid, Vancouver B.C., minimum of 2 days in the office

Who we are

The British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (“BCCNM”) is the college empowered under the Health Professions Act to regulate the practice of all licensed practical nurses, nurse practitioners, registered midwives, registered nurses, and registered psychiatric nurses in British Columbia. Regulation helps to protect the public by ensuring that professional care or service received by the public is competent, ethical, and meets the standards that society views as acceptable.

As western Canada’s largest health profession regulator, we believe a diverse and inclusive team enriches our efforts to protect the public. We welcome applications from all who reflect of the communities we serve, and especially encourage Indigenous Peoples and members of equity-seeking groups to apply. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences bring both innovation and better outcomes to the work we do and the decisions we make.

BCCNM’s commitment to Indigenous Specific Anti-Racism

As the largest health regulator in Western Canada, BCCNM has the opportunity to influence the health professionals we regulate, as well as the broader health-care system, to break the cycle of racism, and improve health outcomes for Indigenous Peoples. BCCNM has pledged to become culturally safe and anti-racist, and to support the health professionals we regulate to do the same.

What we offer you​​

We are delighted to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employer. It is more than a badge of honour – it’s a reflection of our people and the purpose that drives us every day. At BCCNM, we’re creating a workplace where flexibility, equity, growth, and connection are not just values – they’re part of how we work. Whether it’s through hybrid work options, meaningful employee engagement, or our commitment to reconciliation, we’re building something that matters. This honor reflects our unwavering commitment to creating a workplace where people truly thrive. 

We promise to provide you with rewarding work that challenges you. You will be part of a passionate team contributing to our important mandate of protecting the public. As a member of the team, you can expect to be working in a collaborative, team-based environment, and treated in a respectful and professional manner.

The expected starting base salary for this position is $94,394 - $99,113 annually, depending on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience. Once hired, you will progress through a wider salary range over time as you continue to develop job knowledge, skills and competencies for the role.

In addition to base salary, the college offers a generous vacation and extended benefits package. As an employee, you receive 100% employer-paid health and dental benefits. And we contribute to B.C.'s Municipal Pension Plan to help you secure your retirement income. Throughout your career with us, you will engage in a variety of learning and development. We will support your professional development and cover your professional membership costs. To support you in work and life, we provide an employee assistance program and fitness allowance perk. Working with us allows you to enjoy flexible hybrid work. This position is located in Vancouver, but you’ll be able to work remotely up to 3 days a week. Our office is closed for the 11 statutory holidays in B.C. as well as Easter Monday and Boxing Day.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Chief Legal Counsel, Legal & Governance (CLC), the Governance Advisor (GA) manages governance processes related to committees and supports broader governance work at BCCNM to ensure the public protection mandate is met.

The GA is responsible for acting on directions received from the CLC, Governance Committee, or Board as may pertain to any matter, and, specifically, facilitating committee processes such as recruitment, onboarding, orientation, reappointment, education, evaluation, retention, and complaints.

The GA is the primary governance contact for staff across the college designated to work with committees (“committee liaisons”), answering questions and providing advice, connecting teams, and supporting the flow of information between decision-makers.  The GA is also responsible for maintaining committee governance records and providing data or reports as required.

As an integral member of the Legal & Governance team, the GA provides input on internal governance practices, alignment and decolonization of processes, and bylaw/policy creation or reform.

​Key responsibilities include:

1. With support from the CLC and Senior Governance Advisor, acquires expertise in understanding, interpreting, and applying:
   • the Health Professions Act or Health Professions and Occupations Act (as applicable);
   • BCCNM Bylaws; and
   • the Partnering with BCCNM policy (formerly the Code of Conduct for Board and Committee Members)
     being the critical governance documents to which all board and committee members are held accountable during their service with BCCNM
2. Creates and regularly updates operational processes and procedures for the committee governance portfolio to ensure consistency, efficiency, alignment and effective communication across.
3. Addresses questions, feedback, or concerns related to committee governance and operations by providing advice and resources, connecting individuals with supports, or escalating matters to the CLC, as appropriate.
4. Develops and maintains a central database of committee member-related information so there is a single source of truth to support effective committee process, including, but not limited to, contact information, appointments, resignations, and conflicts of interest.
5. In consultation with committee liaisons, develops and maintains a central schedule of committee and panel meetings, to support alignment with (and planning for) the annual board calendar.
6. Organizes and leads committee liaison meetings, including agenda setting and planning, sourcing subject matter advisors and speakers, preparing thought exercises and case studies for discussion, and developing resources and reference material that can be used post-meeting.
7. Applying direction from the Governance Committee and CLC, manages all aspects of the recruitment, reappointment, and retention processes for committees and works with committee liaisons to support succession planning for committee leadership. Identifies gaps on committees for recruitment purposes.
8. In consultation with the CLC, coordinates onboarding for new committee members, and provides advice and support to committee liaisons with respect to governance and regulatory orientation, with a focus on alignment and consistency across committees.
9. Applying direction from the Governance Committee and CLC, manages evaluations related to committees, including communication across groups, problem-solving, data analysis, and writing and presenting reports.
10. Develops internal committee governance policies and maintains a policy repository. Manages the policy review cycle, supporting staff to ensure policies are regularly updated and amendments approved.

This posting outlines the core duties of the role. A complete list of responsibilities can be shared with shortlisted candidates.

Your education & skills:

• Minimum of five to seven years working with boards, committees, or governance teams in a regulatory or similar environment.
• Baccalaureate degree plus experience working with boards, governors, or senior leadership; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Formal education in law or governance preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent briefing note and policy writing skills and experience.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with ability to be objective and discern facts, clarify expectations, and meet outcomes, adjusting as needed.
• Compassion, open-mindedness, and active listening skills to support the connection of ideas, individuals, and teams across a large organization.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to deal with sensitive, confidential, and complex issues and information with discretion and care.
• Ability to plan and prioritize multiple streams of work, pay attention to detail, and take pride in work product.
• Technical competency across multiple systems and software. Must have knowledge and experience using MS Office suite.
• Demonstrable commitment to personal development, specifically “unlearning” (i.e., making room for new learning through the process of letting go of harmful biases, limiting mindsets, and ineffective practices).
• Knowledge of Canadian colonial impacts on Indigenous people in social and health contexts, including social, economic, political, and historical realities impacting Indigenous communities and knowledge of Indigenous-specific anti-racism and accompanying reports (e.g. The Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), the In Plain Sight Report (2020), and Reclaiming Power and Place’s Calls for Justice (2019)) is an asset. 
• Demonstrated understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and cultural humility as they apply to health care is an asset.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply online by 11:59pm on July 22, 2025. This opportunity will remain posted until filled; however, priority consideration will be given to those who apply by the deadline. To see a full list of our current opportunities or to learn more about working at the BC College of Nurses & Midwives, please visit our website at Careers at BCCNM.

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In the event of a Public Health Order being issued, the College is committed to full compliance with all directives and guidelines set forth by the Provincial Health Officer (PHO) to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees and the community partners we work with, consistent with the duty of the College to serve and protect the public.