Specialist, System Strategy, Planning, Design, and Implementation

Ontario Health; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation de santé importante recherche un spécialiste pour soutenir la planification stratégique dans la région centrale de l'Ontario. Le candidat idéal a 3-5 ans d'expérience en milieu de santé et excelle dans la gestion de projets complexes. Ce poste hybride inclut des avantages tels que la couverture médicale complète dès le premier jour et un plan de pension défini. Postulez avant le 8 août 2025 pour faire une différence dans le système de santé.

Benefits

Couverture médicale, dentaire et vision entièrement payée

Compte de dépenses de santé ou de bien-être

Plan de pension défini

Vacances de trois semaines à débuter

Programme de bien-être

Qualifications

• 3-5 ans d'expérience dans un établissement de santé.
• Capacité à appliquer des méthodologies de planification efficaces.
• Compréhension du système de santé de l'Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Gérer des projets de planification complexes.
• Engager avec les parties prenantes pour recueillir des avis.
• Analyser des données pour établir des priorités de planification.
• Promouvoir des méthodologies de recherche de qualité.

Skills

Analyse des données

Communication interpersonnelle

Compétences en gestion de projet

Capacité d'organisation

Education

Éducation postsecondaire en administration de la santé

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Ontario Health is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Specialist to support strategic planning and implementation initiatives across the Central Region. This role is ideal for a collaborative professional with a passion for health system improvement, stakeholder engagement, and data-informed decision-making.

As a key member of the System Strategy, Planning, Design and Implementation team, you will contribute to the development and execution of complex planning projects, support business planning and reporting processes, and help drive regional priorities aligned with Ontario Health’s Annual Business Plan (ABP). You will also play a vital role in fostering integration, equity, and quality improvement across programs and services.

Here is what you will be doing:

Strategic Planning & Implementation

• Assist in managing complex planning projects and initiatives that support health system integration and transformation.

• Provide input into healthcare system funding plans and manage project plans and budgets for planning and integration activities.

• Support the implementation of Ontario Health Central’s strategic priorities, including business planning, program integration, and equity-focused initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement & System Monitoring

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather input, assess impact, and build consensus on planning recommendations.

• Monitor implementation and quality improvement activities related to healthcare planning.

• Communicate emerging community issues requiring planning responses using predictive models and community feedback.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze local healthcare system data, community input, and provincial sources to identify service gaps and establish planning priorities.

• Support annual and quarterly reporting for key business priorities and special projects.

• Coordinate data dashboards, project schedules, and progress reports to support high-impact initiatives.

Collaboration & Capacity Building

• Work closely with Lead-level positions to manage project plans and budgets.

• Promote high-quality research and planning methodologies across the region.

• Support health service providers in adhering to accountability agreements and improving quality and patient safety.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and contribute to a culture of psychological safety and patient-centered care.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team’s strategic goals.

Here is what you will need to be successful:

Education and Experience:

• Post-secondary education in health administration, health planning, business administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a health care environment.

• 3-5 years’ experience working in a healthcare setting

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good knowledge of and proven ability to apply multiple planning and analysis methodologies and make effective recommendations.

• Understanding of the current and changing dynamics of the Ontario health-care system and issues.

• Understanding and experience with embedding quality improvement initiatives.

• Demonstrated financial competence.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with other staff and to liaise with colleagues across Ontario Health and with contacts in the Ministry

• Must be highly organized and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities

• Uses information to make informed decisions and provides advice; exercises a high degree of independence and professional judgment in problem solving

• Solid written and verbal communication skills. Internally, communicates with colleagues throughout the organization to present, discuss information and problems related to financial management and funding. Externally, communicates directly with various stakeholders to monitor funding allocations and performance.

• Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism with a solid understanding of financial controls.

• Highly proficient in MS office suite of tools including strong excel and PowerPoint skills.

• Excellent analytical, presentation and problem-solving skills required.

• Must be highly organized and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Location: Mississauga, Barrie, Brampton, Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)

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Employment Type:

Permanent Full time

Contract Length:

N/A

Salary Band:

Band 5

External Application Deadline Date:

August 8, 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.