Specialist - Large Scale Change -Health Network

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

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority seeks a Director of Large Scale Change to lead and support strategic change initiatives across the organization. You will partner with senior leaders to design and implement driver diagrams, A3s, project management tools, and change cycles in alignment with SHA priorities.

The role requires five years in related areas and experience in multi-stakeholder environments, with a track record of planning and leading programs in complex health systems.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years experience in a related area.
• Leader who has developed planning and programs in multi-stakeholder environment.
• Experience developing and leading planning and programs in complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support large-scale change initiatives across the SHA.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to design and implement driver diagrams, A3s and change cycles.
• Develop and apply tools and approaches such as design thinking and complex system theory for improvement.
• Monitor outcomes to ensure alignment with SHA strategic priorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Mobilizes people, inspires and leads

Strong interpersonal skills

Lead and coach others

Adapt to change

Education

Healthcare/management degree

Regulatory licensure (if applicable)

Education-equivalent experience

Job description

Position #: V46846

Expected Start Date: October 13, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: To be Determined

Department: Director Large Scale Change

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

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: Specialists in Large Scale Change are responsible for performing various key functions within the Quality Improvement, Patient Experience and Strategy portfolio. The Specialists will work with and support senior leaders with large scale change and implementation. Specialists will be key in leading and supporting activities across the SHA in support of achieving our strategic priorities. Specialists will develop and implement tools and support all leaders on the consistent use of change and implementation approaches, including driver diagrams, A3s, project management tools, and change cycles. They will demonstrate knowledge and experience with innovative approaches such as design thinking and complex system theory, while having a solid understanding of measurement for improvement, planning, quality improvement, project management and facilitation

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Five (5) years experience in a related area
• Leader who has developed planning and programs in multi-stakeholder environment
• Experience developing and leading planning and programs in complex environment

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a healthcare or management related discipline
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety

Other Information

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