Position Description

Reporting to the VP of Strategy & Business Performance, the Director, Strategic Initiatives will lead the Integrated Planning team, including strategic, business and project planning, performance and risk reporting - ensuring operational excellence and efficiency. A deep understanding of the Ontario and Canadian healthcare landscape, including Health Human Resources (HHR) challenges, and experience working in government-funded organizations is essential.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic & Operational Planning

• Strategic Planning: Lead the development and implementation of the organization's strategic plan, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Operational Planning: Oversee the creation and execution of operational plans to support strategic initiatives.
  Project Planning: Manage and coordinate strategic projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals. Provides support to the organization to adopt best practice project planning tools and approaches.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with strategic initiatives and projects. Provides support to the organization to adopt and integrate a risk management and issues management approach to support business performance.
• Program Management: Oversee program operations as required to ensure organization meets strategic and operational needs.
• Prioritization: Establish and maintain prioritization frameworks to ensure strategic initiatives and projects are aligned with organizational goals and resources.
• Enterprise Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance.
• Performance Reporting: Develop and maintain performance metrics and reporting systems to track progress against strategic goals.
• Business Development: Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and markets to drive growth. Supports the production of business development tools and presentations.

People Management

• Team Leadership: Lead and manage the program team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Contribute to the organizations senior management team, supporting the overall direction and achievement of strategic priorities.
• Staff Development: Support the professional development of team members through training, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Recruitment and Retention: Oversee the recruitment and retention of program staff, ensuring the team is well-equipped to meet program goals.
  

General Accountabilities

• Business Planning: Works with the management team on the development and implementation of long-term goals, initiatives and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the program and to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Collaboration: Works collaboratively across all programs, projects and initiatives to elevate the achievement and performance of the organization.
• Program Leadership: Oversees program-specific contracts as required for internal and external supports and collaborations (government, educators, regulators, etc.). Works with project funders and stakeholders to outline scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budgets and timing.
• Governance & Decision-Making: Support internal governance through participation and leadership on various Committees. Advises, prepares materials and presents data driven evidence for decision to Executive team and Board of Directors

Position Requirements

Knowledge

• Healthcare Systems: In-depth understanding of Ontario's healthcare system, including relevant policies, regulations, and standards.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Risk Management: Knowledge of risk management principles and practices in a healthcare setting.
• Business Acumen: Deep understanding of business development and market analysis.
• Government: Experience working in government-funded organizations
  

Skills

• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide and motivate the program team.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Strategic Planning: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans that align with provincial healthcare objectives.
• Process Optimization: Ability to evaluate and optimize program processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stakeholder Management: Skills in building and nurturing relationships with stakeholders, including government bodies, healthcare organizations, and clients.
  

Abilities

• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and implement Agile practices to enhance program flexibility and responsiveness.
• Team Management: Capability to lead and manage a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Conflict Resolution: Ability to address and resolve conflicts within the team and with external stakeholders.
• Budget Management: Proficiency in managing budgets and allocating resources efficiently.
• Research and Analysis: Ability to conduct research and analyze data to identify challenges and opportunities for program improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in business administration, Management, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience working in government-funded organizations