Manager, Planning and Implementation

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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 account

a premium 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

career development opportunities

a collaborative values-based team culture

a wellness program

a hybrid working model

participation in Communities of Inclusion

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

The Manager, Planning and Implementation will work in collaboration with the Director, Planning and Implementation to support the team in providing leadership, direction and oversight to the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies and plans for the East Region.

This position is accountable to support and lead the team in the development, implementation and evaluation of integrated community-based programs and key system planning initiatives, in alignment with Ontario Health priorities, and as part of a larger cross-functional team that supports the region. In some cases, programs may involve the acute care sector and/or specialized services.

Here is what you will be doing:

Support your Director in providing leadership in the planning, design and implementation of community-based programs in the East Region including but not limited to Mental Health, Addictions, and Substance Use Health.

Leads the development of regional structures to support implementation, monitoring and reporting on identified key performance measures

Liaise with partners both internally and externally to identify system level barriers and gaps, and facilitate engagement to identify opportunities for improvement including but not limited to resources, accountability, etc.

Leverage system knowledge and relationships to identify and support innovative and integrated partnerships and/or programs to ensure that the communities we serve have access to the right care and services when they need them.

Provides leadership in the promotion and strengthening of evidence-based approaches to decision making within the Region and the health system.

Works closely with the regional team to ensure the alignment and linkages across the Region.

Ensures health equity principles and priorities are addressed through planning processes.

Participates in the establishment of regional goals, objectives and strategies for the region and implements initiatives to ensure they are achieved.

Ensures that programs and initiatives align with provincial and regional strategies.

Acts as key representative on appropriate regional and provincial tables to inform coordination and planning, development and implementation of best practices, and recommends changes to existing programs including priorities for allocation of funds.

Provides leadership, guidance and management to staff in accordance with accepted best practices, standards government/ministry directives and regional policies and procedures.

Monitors, evaluates and reports on regional activities to ensure achievement of performance objectives set by the Chief Regional Officer.

Oversees, directs and provides direction on the day-to-day internal operations as it relates to assigned program areas.

Consults with other regional colleagues to understand information requirements and determine the best data sources and analysis to support planning, decision-making, performance improvement, and related initiatives.

Maintains an awareness of current issues in the health care system related to Annual Business Plan strategic priorities and key result areas with a particular emphasis on issues related to the implementation of change initiatives.

Here is what you will need to be successful:

Education and Experience

Degree or diploma in health administration, public administration or related field with relevant experience

A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in healthcare, preferably in the mental health, addictions, and substance use health sector.

Solid background in managing staff towards achieving overarching corporate objectives.

Solid background in integrating large, complex initiatives in a changing environment, with expertise in overseeing day to day operational activities.

Strong business acumen with the ability to engage and solicit support from key system partners in the delivery of operational and program activities; clinical experience is an asset.

Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining relationships and partnerships within the healthcare sector and provincial government, with a focus on system integration and inspiring system-level change.

Exceptional leadership abilities, fostering creativity and innovation, with a strong sense of integrity, initiative, and passion.

Ability to work independently, take accountability for actions, and align with the vision and direction of executive leadership.

Ability to prepare materials for presentations, and make presentations, concerning technical and/or sensitive information to a diverse range of audiences.

Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects; advanced project management skills.

Ability to exercise sound judgement on issues of a sensitive and contentious nature and able to negotiate to develop consensus around complex policy strategies.

Highly developed communication skills, both verbally and written. The ability to provide and obtain information of a complex, technical or sensitive nature effectively, clearly, concisely and logically, and at an appropriate level and in an appropriate format is required.

Knowledge and Skills

Business Acumen: Ability to apply business principles, including systems thinking, to the healthcare environment; basic business principles include financial management, human resource management, organizational dynamics and governance, strategic planning, risk management and quality improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement: Develops networks and builds alliances. Engages in cross-functional activities; collaborates across boundaries and finds common ground with a widening range of stakeholders.

Relationship Management: Builds multiple internal and external collaborative relationships to support department performance. Identifies the key issues and accommodates the key players when dealing with parties/units on joint projects. Relationship management skills are supported by a high degree of political acuity.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Listens well and encourages open communication. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of others in different situations; is tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treats others with respect. Has exceptional team-building skills.

Risk Management: Measures and evaluates outcomes and corrects direction as appropriate.

Strategic Planning: Communicates corporate goals and objectives within the department. Aligns department tasks and objectives with corporate goals and objectives. Establishes clear targets and measures to track progress toward department objectives. Shares organizational performance measurement information and encourages dialogue and analysis.

Change Management: Actively embraces change efforts and initiatives to improve department performance. Develops and uses different methods to help employees to positively react to change.

System Design: Scan the environment for ideas, best practices and trends across the system.

Health Care Planning: Demonstrates understanding of the healthcare system and environment. Effectively choose options, plan, implement and evaluate policies and/or programs in health care.

Program Development: Develops new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to make organizational improvements. Creates a work environment that encourages creative thinking and innovation. Designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes

Knowledge of Ontario health sector and associated workforce trends.

In-depth development knowledge of local health issues, priorities and needs while recognizing the broader trends in health care policy and system development.

Knowledge and understanding of the community-based sector and programs (including but not limited to mental health, addictions, and substance use health) and system integration

Knowledge of the needs of Indigenous (urban and community) and Francophone communities.

Expert knowledge of planning models and approaches.

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Location:

East Region, Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent

Salary Band: 7

External Application Deadline Date: May 7, 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 of Black and racialized groups; 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 and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.

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