Program Consultant - Toronto, Canada - Ministry of Health

Ministry of Health

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Consider this dynamic opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial team in the Ontario Ministry of Health working on healthcare strategy through digital health innovation.

The Digital and Analytics Strategy Division is designing new business and investment strategies to capitalize on opportunities to transform our citizens' experience of healthcare.

The Division's role is to lead the implementation of the digital health strategy and policy for the Province of Ontario across all sectors of healthcare.

Digital Health refers to using information and information technology, such as hospital information systems and electronic medical records, to improve the healthcare system.

Technology advances over the last decade open up the possibility of new ways to get healthcare, from video visits with your doctor, to electronically viewing your own health record, to booking appointments online, to downloading an app to monitor your blood pressure and talk to a nurse.

The Digital and Analytics Strategy Division is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to provide research, prograM/Financial analysis to support the Branch in the management of digital health as well as liaise with stakeholders on accountability, financial and performance issues.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

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OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the

OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's

Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?: In this role, you will:

Lead and support the oversight of a portfolio of digital health initiatives with a view to maximizing the government's return on investment and achieving public benefit
Analyze complex digital health program and policy issues to support executive decisionmaking
Lead business and financial performance reviews, develop transfer payment agreements, key performance indicators and program evaluation plans
Manage internal and external health system stakeholder relationships
Conduct reviews of digital health business proposals from the healthcare system and provide advice and recommendations on investment decisions

How do I qualify?:

Technical Knowledge:

You have:

Knowledge of the health care system and digital health
An understanding of the provincial and ministry strategic directions, and key objectives pertaining to health service/delivery as well as relevant legislation and critical issues impacting the health sector

Business Analysis Skills:

You have:

Strong business management research and analysis skills to conduct financial analysis, assess performance and financial results reports, and assist in the development of performance measures and risk assessment techniques
Knowledge of digital health policy development and program evaluation techniques

Communication, Interpersonal and Consultation Skills:

You can:

Provide strategic advisory services and recommendations to senior decision-makers, liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders and build strong relationships, and promote effective issues resolution
Demonstrate written communication skills and presentation skills
Work effectively on collaborative projects

Organizational, Planning and Coordination Skills:

You can:

Manage multiple, competing priorities and meet deadlines
Show initiative, flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
Work independently and as part of a team

Additional Information:

Address:

1 Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 222 Jarvis St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
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Schedule:
6
Category:
Policy and Analysis
Posted on:
Friday, August 25, 2023
Note:
The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including shortterm assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
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