Senior Manager, Clinical and Support Programs (18-Month Contract)

Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO); Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare non-profit organization in Ontario is seeking a Senior Manager for Clinical and Support Programs. The role includes overseeing province-wide initiatives that support children with cancer and their families. Candidates must have a master's degree and at least 10 years of experience in program management. The position offers a flexible hybrid work environment, three weeks of vacation, and participation in a pension plan.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Three weeks of paid vacation

Participation in HOOPP pension plan

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in program management, preferably in clinical settings.
• Knowledge of Ontario’s healthcare system, pediatrics, or pediatric cancer care.
• Ability to travel within Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality programs across the province.
• Manage and evaluate programs, develop partnerships.
• Build relationships with hospital teams.
• Develop annual work plans and report outcomes.
• Lead and inspire team members.
• Oversee communication strategies for program delivery.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in health administration, nursing, or relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Manager, Clinical and Support Programs (18-Month Contract)

Are you a collaborative leader with a passion for improving care for children with cancer? POGO is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven programs professional to oversee province-wide programs supporting patients, families, and healthcare teams in delivering world-class childhood cancer care. This is an opportunity to shape high-impact initiatives and contribute to a more equitable, coordinated childhood cancer care system across Ontario.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering evidence-based, high-quality programs across the province, including satellite, nursing, financial assistance, clinical trials, and advisory committees.
• Managing and evaluating programs, developing partnerships, and ensuring alignment with the Ontario Childhood Cancer Care Plan.
• Building relationships with hospital teams and fostering collaboration within and outside POGO.
• Developing annual work plans, utilizing data for system improvements, and reporting outcomes.
• Preparing business cases and supporting hospital accountability agreements.
• Leading and inspiring team members and developing education initiatives.
• Overseeing communication strategies and project plans for program delivery.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in health administration, nursing, or relevant field.
• At least 10 years of experience in program management, preferably in clinical settings.
• Knowledge of Ontario’s healthcare system, pediatrics, or pediatric cancer care.
• Proven leadership in managing teams and developing staff.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to travel within Ontario.

About POGO:

POGO aims to achieve an excellent childhood cancer care system for children and families in Ontario. We advocate for childhood cancer care and serve as an advisor to Ontario's Ministry of Health. POGO is a non-profit organization with charitable status.

What we offer:

• Flexible hybrid work environment (Toronto office 2+ days/week).
• Three weeks of paid vacation.
• Participation in HOOPP pension plan.
• Inclusive team culture and career growth opportunities.

Interested in joining POGO? We look forward to your application!

We value diversity and are committed to accessibility. Please inform us of any accommodation needs during the recruitment process.

How to Apply:

Send a cover letter and resume (both required) as a single attachment to [e-mail]. Only applications from authorized workers in Canada will be considered. No sponsorship available at this time.

We appreciate all interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.