Marina Gallagher
About Marina Gallagher
Marina Gallagher serves as the Director of Human Resources at the First Nations Health Authority, where she has worked since 2012. With a background that includes roles at Vancity and RBC, she specializes in aligning HR programs with business objectives and providing strategic advice to executive leadership.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Marina Gallagher has been serving as the Director of Human Resources at the First Nations Health Authority since 2012. In this role, she has focused on aligning Human Resource programs with the organization's key business objectives. Prior to her current position, she held the role of Manager of Human Resources & Operations from 2008 to 2010, and then transitioned to Director of Human Resources & Operations from 2010 to 2012. Her responsibilities include providing strategic advice to the Executive Team on human resources matters, emphasizing the importance of meeting established timelines and quality standards through cross-functional project teams.
Previous Experience at Vancity
Before her tenure at the First Nations Health Authority, Marina Gallagher worked at Vancity as a Compensation Programs Consultant from 2007 to 2008. During her year at Vancity in Vancouver, BC, she contributed to the development and implementation of compensation programs, leveraging her analytical skills to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Background in Banking at RBC
Marina Gallagher has a significant background in the banking sector, having worked at RBC for 19 years, from 1981 to 2000. In her role as Manager of National Reporting within the Personal & Commercial Banking Information Services division, she developed strong communication and negotiation skills. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in management and reporting, which she has applied in her subsequent roles in human resources.
Skills and Expertise
Marina Gallagher possesses strong analysis and management skills, which she effectively leverages in her current role. Her expertise includes prioritizing tasks through cross-functional project teams and aligning human resources initiatives with business objectives. She is recognized for her ability to provide strategic advice with a broad organizational impact, ensuring that human resources practices support overall business goals.