Planning Analyst - (223775)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in Nova Scotia is seeking a Planning Analyst to support senior management and the board. This role includes responsibility for developing strategic documents, providing analytical support for community engagement projects, and preparing reports based on health data. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, with strong skills in data analysis and the ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in an analytical or planning capacity within the health system.
• Broad understanding of health care delivery and determinants of health in Canada.
• Ability to prepare written reports based on data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support development of strategic documents for Island Health.
• Provide planning and analytical support for health engagement projects.
• Assist with creating accountability plans directed by government.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical concepts

Microsoft Office

Relationship building

Strong verbal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Statistical analysis programs

Geographic information systems

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Planning Analyst works as part of a team which supports senior management and the Island Health Board. The Analyst has responsibility for supporting the development and/or updating of strategic documents required by Island Health or the Ministry of Health such as the corporate Annual Plan, Service Plan, Service Plan Report and specific accountability plans directed by government and Island Health.

The Planning Analyst also provides planning and analytical support for specific planning, population health, primary care and community engagement projects. These projects are often related to more detailed planning projects associated with specific strategic priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Business/Public/Health Administration, Social or Health Sciences or other relevant discipline or field of study, and three years' recent related experience working within the health system in an analytical or planning capacity.

Skills And Abilities

• Broad understanding of current issues, challenges and future directions of health care delivery, health status, and the determinants of health in Canada, British Columbia and Vancouver Island.
• Ability to find, collect, analyze and interpret data, use basic statistical concepts, and prepare written reports.
• Knowledge and experience with the more advanced features of Microsoft Office. Knowledge and experience with statistical analysis programs and geographic information systems as needed is also an asset.
• Ability to build relationships with a variety of individuals is a critical attribute. This includes external relationships with communities and with program/content experts across the country.
• Ability to develop and maintain participatory planning and engagement processes. Knowledge of IAP2 is also an asset.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and challenging environment as a part of a small and high-functioning team.