Manager Population Health

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is seeking a Manager of Population Health to lead strategy execution, develop operational plans, and partner with system leaders to align with province-wide healthcare goals.

The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and a client-centered approach to improve population health outcomes across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in population, public or community health or health policy.
• Five years progressive leadership experience.
• Experience working in health systems or health services management is preferred.

Skills

Leadership

Financial skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

LEAN knowledge

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Undergraduate degree

Licensed with regulatory body

Undergraduate degree in Health or Social Sciences

Job description

Position #: 146688

Expected Start Date: January 05, 2027

Union: OOS

Facility: TBD

City/Town: TBD

Department: Population Health Surveillance, Assessment and Reporting

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Manager, Population Health, is a key leader in Saskatchewan health care, partnering with system leaders to achieve our province’s healthcare goals. Reporting to the Director of Population Health, the Manager is responsible for creating operational lines of sight that connect to the goals and objectives of the SHA. The Manager supports strategy through the development and execution of operational and business plans, including cascading, monitoring, reporting, and course correction of same. The Manager demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client‑centric culture. The Manager must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Manager will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 5 years experience in population, public or community health or health policy
• Five (5) years progressive leadership experience

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Master's degree preferred
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree in Health or Social Sciences

Competencies

• Advanced - Financial skills
• Advanced - Leadership skills
• Advanced - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Advanced - Critical thinking skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Analytical skills
• Advanced - Computer skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Knowledge in LEAN management system
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centered care
• Knowledge in leadership strategies
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Travel within Saskatchewan