Discipline of Family Medicine
Faculty of Medicine
(Full-time, 1-Year Contractual Position)

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a secondment, subject to departmental approval.

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date.

DUTIES
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer of the Faculty of Medicine and the Chair, Discipline of Family Medicine, the successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Discipline of Family Medicine (DFM), including its academic programs, clinical operations, and research unit. The successful candidate will provide leadership and strategic support to key initiatives for DFM activities, and oversee a team of 29 staff. Duties include providing management and direction to administrative staff; financial management, including developing short and long term financial plans, priorities and objectives; developing and monitoring the operating and discipline fund budgets; developing and implementing business processes and systems to increase efficiency and optimize resources; overseeing daily operations including financial, human and administrative resources; ensuring essential tools, equipment and supplies are in place; managing the continuous quality improvement process for successful accreditation and across all aspects of the discipline, as well as compliance with standards required by affiliated regulatory authorities and other stakeholders of DFM; assisting in program development to achieve specific objectives; providing advice and support to programs; developing, applying, administering and monitoring policies and procedures; collaborating with stakeholders at the local, provincial and national levels to enhance programming and resources; preparing and providing reports as required, including a variety of statistical analysis to stakeholders (local, regional and provincial); representing and marketing DFM at local, provincial and national levels; communicating with various stakeholders; preparing and providing presentations; overseeing DFM website and social media development; and performing other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Experience (5-8 years) in a management capacity in an academic environment and/or the public sector; completion of a Master's degree in Health/Business Administration or related discipline; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Strong skills in strategic financial management, including administrative, organizational, leadership, analytical and problem solving is required. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills are required, as are strong computer skills. Familiarity with Memorial University policies and procedures, as well as familiarity with the Faculty of Medicine are assets.

SALARY $76,250 - $98,840 per annum (Management and Professional)

CLOSING DATE March 13, 2025

COMPETITION NO. MUN03141

Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers. Applications must be received by the end of business day on the competition closing date. You may drop off a paper application to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229; or fax your resume to (709) 864-6344. Call us at (709) 864-6404 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

Inquiries about this opportunity should be directed to the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John's, Room M2M229 or by telephone at (709) 864-6404.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

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