Senior Analyst, Strategy

Ontario Health; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Program Analyst to lead innovative strategies that enhance health care delivery across Ontario. This role involves translating corporate strategies into actionable plans, collaborating with stakeholders to identify opportunities, and preparing insightful reports that inform decision-making. You will contribute to improving health outcomes and experiences for all Ontarians while working in a hybrid environment that promotes a collaborative team culture. If you're passionate about making a difference in health care and have the skills to drive strategic initiatives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health care spending account

Defined benefit pension plan

Three personal days annually

Three weeks’ vacation to start

Career development opportunities

Wellness program

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in research, consulting, or public administration.
• Strong ability to synthesize and visualize data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of innovative strategies and programs in health care.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop evidence-based projects.

Skills

Research and Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Collaboration

Strategic Leadership

Data Visualization

Knowledge of Health Care System

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Public Policy

Graduate Degree (e.g. MBA, MA)

Tools

Dashboards

Presentation Software

Job description

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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:

Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type:

• Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day

• a health care spending or wellness spending account

• a p remium defined benefit pension plan

• three personal days and two float days annually

• three weeks’ vacation to start (for individual contributors), increasing to four weeks after two years

• c areer development opportunities

• a collaborative values-based team culture

• a wellness program

• a hybrid working model

• p articipation in Communities of Inclusion

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

Here is what you will be doing:

Overview:Join Ontario Health as a Senior Program Analyst and lead the design of innovative strategies, programs, and projects that advance our strategic goals in Primary and Community Based Care. Your work will directly impact the effectiveness of Ontario Health Teams and the delivery of high-value health care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:Translate Ontario Health’s corporate strategy into actionable plans and lead priority projects that integrate portfolio priorities.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:Work closely with stakeholders to identify strategic opportunities and develop evidence-based programs and projects.

• Research and Analysis:Prepare reports and presentations summarizing research on population health interventions and value-based care models.

• Performance Measurement:Support initiatives with research, strategic planning, and performance measurement, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities.

• Data Translation:Convert research data into meaningful dashboards and reports for executive briefings.

• Proposal Development:Develop proposals for new strategies and projects that align with Ministry of Health policies and Ontario Health’s corporate strategy.

• Monitoring and Reporting:Collaborate with Ontario Health’s Corporate Strategy and the Ministry of Health to support performance monitoring and reporting

Education and Experience

• Minimum of5years of experience working in research, consulting, health or public administration or a related field

• An undergraduate degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics or another relevant discipline is essential; graduate degree (e.g. MBA, MA, MHSc, MHA, MPA) is an asset

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge ofhealth care systempriorities, includingintegrated care, is an asset.

• Strong research and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesize and visualize data and analysis into briefing materials, presentations and dashboards.

• Demonstrated experience leading project activities, from initiation and design to implementation, monitoring and reporting.

• Knowledge of, and experience with, government policy development and approval processes would be strongly advantageous; broad management consulting experience and strategy development/execution experience would be an acceptable alternative

• Ability to think strategically, ask poignant questions and understand the strategic significance of data and evaluation findings.

• Experience synthesizing insights from literature reviews, jurisdictional scans and market research.

• Demonstrated ability to consult with and partner effectively with stakeholders, both internal and external, to advance portfolio objectives.

• Awareness of digital and virtual care trends and their impact on healthcare delivery. Knowledge of patient navigation, surveillance and screening and care coordination tools is an asset.

• Excellent written and oral communications skills

• Strong inter-personal and negotiation skills.

Location:

Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)

Employment Type:

Temporary + (Fixed Term) Full time

Contract Length:

11 Month(s)

Salary Band:

Band 5

External Application Deadline Date:

May 30, 2025

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 ofBlack and racializedgroups; 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.