Executive Director, Population and Public Health

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 114,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government in Winnipeg is seeking an Executive Director to lead their Population and Public Health Services branch. This role involves strategic oversight of fiscal and human resources, delivering impactful programs, and fostering a diverse, respectful workplace culture. The ideal candidate will have substantial management experience, proven leadership skills, and experience working with Indigenous communities. Competitive salary and full-time contract offered.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in building and sustaining a diverse, supportive environment.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation and manage change.
• Extensive management experience with responsibility for human and financial resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Population and Public Health Services branch to achieve strategic goals.
• Manage fiscal and human resources, business planning, and policy development.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders to support the branch’s priorities.

Skills

Leadership in diverse environments

Innovative problem-solving

Effective communication

Political acumen

Relationship building with Indigenous peoples

Education

Post-secondary education in public administration or equivalent

Job description

Overview

XM3 Senior Manager 3. Regular/full-time. Health, Seniors and Long Term Care. Population and Public Health Services, Public Health. Winnipeg, MB.

Advertised Details

Advertisement Number: 44567. Salary: XM3 $114,235.00 - $139,824.00 per year. Closing Date: September 30, 2025.

Additional Information

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

The Population and Public Health Services branch leads an integrated approach to public health in Manitoba, focusing on prevention, health promotion, disease management, and protection through policy development, clinical services, and health risk monitoring. The branch provides strategic operational leadership for population health, emergency management, and provincial nursing station services. It also ensures the development of legislation, policies, and programs that support effective service delivery and coordination with government partners.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check
• Must provide a satisfactory child abuse registry check
• Must provide a satisfactory adult abuse registry check

Qualifications

Essential:

• Post-secondary education in public administration, business administration, social sciences, nursing, public health and/or acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Proven leadership in building and sustaining a diverse, supportive environment that empowers staff to perform and grow
• Demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change
• Extensive management experience with responsibility for human and financial resources
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to engage and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong political acumen demonstrated through advising senior leaders on complex topics and sensitive issues
• Experience providing leadership and direction in the design and implementation of legislation, policies and programs
• Ability to analyze and synthesize evidence-based data, develop implementation and evaluation plans, apply corrective measures and incorporate into decision making
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience building relationships with Indigenous peoples and implementing the principles of reconciliation

Desired:

• Understanding of the organization and administration of the health care system, is considered an asset

Duties

We are seeking an Executive Director to lead our branch in achieving its strategic goals and delivering impactful programs and services. Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, the Executive Director leads a team within the Population and Public Health Services branch to deliver on program, operational, and service objectives while fostering a respectful, diverse, and continuously improving workplace culture. The role includes strategic oversight of fiscal and human resources, business planning, and policy development. The Executive Director provides expert advice and recommendations to the Deputy Minister, Assistant Deputy Minister, and Chief Provincial Public Health Officer to support the branch’s mandate and priorities.

Application Instructions

Apply to: Advertisement # 44567

Talent Acquisition - Executive Recruitment

Human Resource Services

608-330 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3C 0C4

Phone: [phone]

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Email: [e-mail]

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.