CARE AND BE CARED FOR – THIS IS YOUR HOME
Are you a big picture, systems thinker who enjoys being at the leading edge of change? Do you thrive in a team environment that promotes learning and opportunities for personal growth while making a positive impact?
If so, take a look at this rewarding career opportunity working alongside a supportive and collaborative team of over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals. We are amid a momentous time for health care in Ontario as we move to a more connected health care system through the Ontario Health Teams model of care.
Reporting to the Manager, Strategy and Project Management Office (SPMO) the Strategy & Planning Lead will provide strategy subject matter expertise across all portfolios and work together to effectively support, integrate and align planning and implementation of transformational strategic initiatives in support of a people-centered health system across the province. This position supports strategy management processes throughout the organization, including development, implementation and monitoring of the Annual Business Plan (ABP) and coaching and knowledge transfer to ensure collective ownership for strategy management and the deliverables within the ABP. This position develops and implements portfolio and project management best practice, inclusive of practices, tools, processes and methodologies to support execution of strategic projects.
What will you do?
- Works in partnership with the Manager, Director and/or Vice President of SPMO to establish and evolve the Strategy Management Office and related functions within Ontario Health atHome
- Establish and implement processes throughout the organization, including development, implementation and monitoring of Annual Business Plan.
- Promotes integration, coordination and service innovation in developing the strategic and operational plan and associated processes.
- Supports the team’s collective efforts to develop and align the organizational work plan with a view to knowledge transfer and integration across portfolios, resource optimization, and delivering on local/provincial/ministry priorities.
- Works closely with other portfolios to ensure integration and alignment between strategy, communications, engagement and governance, quality, resources/financing, performance, outcomes and direct care, and related tools and processes.
- Monitors, evaluates and reports on strategic planning and the organizational work, and ensures achievement of business and project objectives.
- Establishes and leads a process to ensure the successful execution of the strategic and operating plan by identifying areas of concern and posing possible solutions.
- Champions the development and implementation of a whole organization approach to project management, inclusive of practices, tools, processes and methodologies to support execution of strategic projects.
- Takes an active role in data collection and analysis, to support the organization's confidential strategic direction
- Leads or supports the planning and implementation of identified confidential initiatives at the request of the Manager, Director or Senior Leadership Team.
- Supports the Strategy Management Office team to participate in the development and successful implementation of annual priorities in alignment with the organizational priorities, and to implement and monitor tools and processes that enable the delivery of high quality and safe services.
- Establishes informal leadership and strategy management expertise across all Ontario Health atHome Services, for the purpose of knowledge transfer, coaching on best practices and an integrated approach/alignment.
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships at all levels of the organization to ensure the most effective services are provided.
What must you have?
- University degree in Health Sciences, Health or Business Administration or related field
- PMP certification is an asset
- 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in Strategy and/or Project Management Specialist role
- Demonstrated experience and success in developing, implementing and monitoring annual business plans
- Demonstrated experience and success in strategic planning, project management and leading large, complex change initiatives
- Self-directed with an ability to organize, plan, prioritize and multi-task
- Excellent critical thinking abilities, analyzing information, problem-solving and making good decisions effectively
- Change management skills to identify and provide support needed to achieve objectives
- Highly effective written, oral communication and interpersonal skills providing constructive, meaningful and timely interaction with all levels of staff
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Ability to interact with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
- Solid mentoring, coaching and communication skills to provide instructions and guidance to staff with respect to activities, challenges and questions
- Strong relationship management skills, including engaging, communicating with and collaborating with stakeholders
- Able to present technical data in non-technical terms to different audiences
- Adept in the use of MS Office applications (e.g., Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
What would give you the edge?
- Strong knowledge of the current role and service of community partners in order to identify gaps and determine future needs
- In-depth knowledge of our organization’s business strategies, objectives, priorities and programs, and related priorities and plans
- Knowledge of health care sector modernization, home care modernization and the role of Ontario Health Teams
- Ability to communicate in French or another language an asset
What do we offer?
We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer:
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
- Hybrid work model (subject to change)
- Flexible work location - this position can be located at any of the Ontario Health atHome offices across the province
- Salary - $79,285 to $94,671
Who are we?
We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
Why join us?
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
