Officer, Program Planning and Evaluation

City of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ottawa seeks a leader for its Public Health Department, responsible for operational and strategic planning, policy development, and program evaluation. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and relevant experience, contributing to the health and well-being of Ottawa's residents through innovative public health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in research, policy and program development.
• Experience in a public health setting is desirable.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in operational and strategic planning.
• Oversee performance measurement and quality improvement.
• Develop policies and evaluate public health programs.

Skills

Program evaluation models

Strategic planning

Performance measurement

Data analysis techniques

Project management

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in health related studies

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Qualtrics

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Requisition ID: 17730
Department: Ottawa Public Health
Service: Ottawa Public Health Dept.
Branch:Quality,Epidemiology, Strat&Tech Service
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent
Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
Affiliation: CIPP
Salary Information: $93,764.58 - $114,097.62 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Ottawa Public Health
Application Close:02/06/2025

JOB SUMMARY

Ottawa Public Health is responsible for providing public health programs and services that contribute to the physical mental health and well-being of the residents of Ottawa, in compliance with Ontario Ministry of Health standards, protocols and guidelines and other related public health legislation. In partnership with the people and communities of Ottawa, Ottawa Public Health improves and advocates for health and well-being through prevention, promotion and protection.

You are responsible for providing leadership in the foundational aspects of Ottawa Public Health’s operations which includes operational planning, strategic planning and oversight, performance measurement, risk management, policy development, quality improvement and evaluation and other related activities as needed. You will work within the Practice, Performance and Strategy Team, which is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary group of public health professionals committed to collaboration and innovation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Master’s degree in health related studies, administration, social science or the equivalent

Minimum of 3 years of experience in research, policy and program development and analysis, project management and evaluation

Experience in a public health setting is desirable

KNOWLEDGE

• Program evaluation models, theories and best practices
• Principles and best practices in strategic and operational planning
• Performance measurement and quality improvement
• Exposure to change management models
• Data analysis techniques and tools
• Project management
• Sources of health data
• Microsoft Office applications Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word, etc.)and software related to word-processing, database management, statistical analysis, project management
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of survey and data analysis software (Qualtrics, Microsoft Forms, Power BI, Excel) LEAN or other quality improvement training

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Approach projects with objectivity
• Work independently with little supervision, and as a supportive member of a team
• Function as an effective internal consultant and provide effective, professional and courteous service to clients
• Work within tight deadlines
• Organize, prioritize and plan multiple activities
• Reliable
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing environment
• Conscientious and thorough
• Tact, diplomacy, discretion and integrity
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to handle multiple overlapping projects
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Creative approach to problem solving

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement:English oral, reading, writing
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at [e-mail].