Lead, Performance, Accountability & Funding Allocation (North)

Ontario Health | Santé Ontario; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage from day one

Pension plan—defined benefit

Generous vacation entitlement

Personal days and float days

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive, collaborative workplace

Job summary

Ontario Health in Northern Ontario is seeking a Lead, Performance, Accountability and Funding Allocation to drive performance monitoring and funding processes for Health Service Providers in the North Region. You will work with HSPs, regional teams and partners to improve outcomes and ensure accountability.

You will develop SAAs, monitor KPIs, manage risk and support data-informed decisions, with a focus on regional and provincial priorities and a collaborative, results-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, Finance or Accounting, or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of experience in finance, decision support, analytics and reporting; healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance management and monitoring of Health Service Providers (HSPs), including accountability agreements and KPIs.
• Support SAAs development, work-back schedules and documentation.
• Use health system data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide recommendations on performance, funding allocation, and risk management.
• Build relationships with HSPs and internal teams for proactive issue management.
• Lead or contribute to performance improvement initiatives and audits.
• Develop tools, processes, and reference materials for consistent monitoring and reporting.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Healthcare system knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

PMP (asset)

Project management

Office software proficiency

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor-level degree in Business Administration/Finance/Health Administration

5–7 years experience in finance, analytics and reporting

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

. Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours.

. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days. Pour obtenir une traduction en français de l’offre d’emploi suivante, veuillez envoyer un courriel à [e-mail] . Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours. To obtain a French translation of the following job posting, please email [e-mail] . Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days. At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

What Ontario Health offers:

Role

At Ontario Health, your growth and well-being aren’t just supported—they’re celebrated every step of the way. Here, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping a fulfilling and sustainable career. Based on your role, you may receive:

• Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family’s health
• Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support your overall well‑being
• A premium defined benefit pension plan, ensuring long-term financial security
• Competitive vacation entitlement that encourages time to rest and recharge
• Three personal days and two float days annually, providing added flexibility to support work‑life balance, in addition to vacation days
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive in your profession
• A collaborative, values‑driven workplace where integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity shape everything we do
• Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion, fostering belonging, equity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives across our team

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

Want to make a meaningful impact on health system performance across Ontario’s North Region? Consider this opportunity to apply your expertise in performance management, accountability agreements, funding allocation and stakeholder engagement to support high‑quality, equitable care for communities across the region.

Reporting to the Director, Performance, Accountability and Funding Allocation, the Lead, Performance, Accountability and Funding Allocation will serve as a key point of contact for assigned Health Service Providers (HSPs), supporting performance monitoring, accountability agreement administration, funding processes, risk identification and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role works collaboratively with HSPs, regional teams and internal partners to advance system priorities, strengthen performance outcomes and support practical, data‑informed solutions.

The scope of this role is regional in nature and will focus on the needs of Ontario Health’s North Region.

Here Is What You Will Be Doing

• Lead the performance management and monitoring of assigned Health Service Providers (HSPs), including accountability agreements, service performance, funding targets, key performance indicators and related reporting requirements.
• Support the negotiation, development and completion of Service Accountability Agreements (SAAs), including work‑back schedules, supporting documentation, target setting and follow‑up with HSPs.
• Use health system data, performance measures and funding information to identify risks, trends, service gaps and opportunities for improvement across the region.
• Provide subject matter expertise and recommendations to the Director, Consultant and internal partners on HSP performance, accountability requirements, funding allocation, risk management and Ministry/Ontario Health priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with HSPs and internal teams to support proactive issue management, collaborative problem solving and alignment with regional and provincial priorities.
• Lead or contribute to performance improvement initiatives, audits, risk mitigation activities, integration work and implementation of recommendations, including Auditor General‑related follow‑up where applicable.
• Develop and maintain tools, processes, communications and reference materials that support consistent performance monitoring, escalation, reporting and funding allocation practices.
• Participate in and contribute to regional, provincial and cross‑functional committees, planning groups and working groups to share best practices, support innovation and advance regional consistency.
• Support the development and implementation of regional performance and funding allocation frameworks, including processes to track indicators, monitor progress and evaluate outcomes.
• Demonstrate expertise in priority health system issues, including performance measurement, health system data, accountability agreements, HSP funding and quality improvement.
• Complete other related duties and ad hoc requests as assigned.

Education And Experience

Here is what you will need to be successful:

• University degree, preferably in Business Administration, Health Administration, Finance or Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in finance, decision support, analytics and reporting, project management or a similar role; related experience within Ontario’s healthcare community is preferred.

Knowledge And Skills

• Advanced analytical and interpretive skills, with experience using system data, reporting tools and statistical analysis to translate health system questions into analyses, explain results and limitations, and support quality outcomes.
• Knowledge of Ontario’s healthcare system, accountability agreements, contract performance management, related issues, and evaluation techniques for administrative and clinical performance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to simplify complex information, engage varied audiences, and build strong relationships with Health Service Providers, management, colleagues, regional partners, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership, facilitation and teamwork skills, including influencing others, leading meetings, and working effectively independently and collaboratively.
• Project management experience and knowledge of related methodologies, tools and templates; PMP certification is an asset.
• Strong administrative, organizational and time‑management skills, with attention to the accuracy, consistency and completeness of performance data, accountability agreements, funding information, reports and stakeholder communications.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint and Teams.
• Strong financial acumen.

Location:

Northern Ontario

Employment Type

Permanent Full time

Contract Length

N/A

Salary Band

Band 6

External Application Deadline Date

November 22, 2026

All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.

Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.

Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.