Lead, Health Equity and Priority Populations
Lead, Health Equity and Priority Populations
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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 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.
Reporting to Director Planning & Implementation the Lead Health Equity and Priority Populations supports program areas across the East Region by applying effective planning and development methodologies. This role involves managing complex projects supporting team members in planning research engagement and program evaluation.
You will play a key role in implementing Ontario Health East priorities helping partners plan execute and manage initiatives. This regional position focuses on addressing the unique needs of the East Region.
Here is what you will be doing:
Advise on health-care system funding plans and manage project plans and budgets.
Identify and respond to emerging community issues and obtain community input.
Lead quality improvement and implementation monitoring in collaboration with Health Equity and Clinical Programs teams.
Analyze local health-care systems using provincial data and community feedback to identify gaps and set priorities.
Foster collaboration with partners and align with OHs Equity Inclusion Diversity and Anti-Racism strategy.
Engage under-served communities through co-design and inclusive planning.
Promote research excellence and lead development of planning methodologies.
Conduct stakeholder consultations assess planning impacts and build consensus.
Contribute to provincial planning efforts and foster a culture of local service coordination.
Draft reports and briefing notes based on data analysis.
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and promote a culture of psychological safety.
Support adherence to health service accountability agreements and lead initiatives to improve service quality and patient safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Here is what you will need to be successful:
Education and Experience
Post-secondary education in health administration health planning business administration or a related field with Masters level degree preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a health care environment.
Minimum 5 years experience in Health care industry
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.
Knowledge of anti-racism anti-oppression equity inclusion and diversity frameworks
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 face paced environment with multiple priorities.
Uses information to make informed decisions and provides advice; exercises 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.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required.
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Location: East Region Whitby Kingston Ottawa Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)
Employment Type:
Permanent Full timeContract Length:
N/ASalary Band:
Band 6External Application Deadline Date:
June 8 2025All 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 Mtis 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 and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.
Employment Type
Full-Time
