Senior Specialist, Policy & Planning
Senior Specialist, Policy & Planning
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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.
Are you passionate about enhancing healthcare and making a difference in the community The Ontario Laboratory Medicine Program (OLMP) is looking for a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our Strategic Planning & Program Development team. As a Senior Specialist you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing innovative laboratory medicine programs that improve patient care and health outcomes.
Here is what you will be doing:
Collaborate and Lead:Work closely with colleagues external partners and stakeholders to support program priorities and new initiatives.
Research and Analyze:Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses literature reviews and jurisdictional scans to inform policy and program development.
Communicate Effectively:Develop and present briefing notes reports executive summaries and presentations for key stakeholders.
Manage Projects:Plan and manage multiple projects concurrently ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
Innovate and Improve:Identify and implement process improvements to enhance program effectiveness.
Engage with Experts:Work closely with laboratory medicine experts across over 50 established and independent hospital and community laboratories to develop and implement laboratory program initiatives across a provincially integrated laboratory network
Here is what you will need to be successful:
Education and Experience
Undergraduate degree in a related discipline (Health Science Health Administration Business Administration Public Health) or recognized equivalent is required; Masters degree is an asset
3 years of related experience working within the health care sector is required
An understanding of Ontarios healthcare system; familiarity with laboratory medicine is a strong asset
Experience in the health care system and more specifically with government agencies LHINs and/or public health agencies is preferred
Expertise and experience in qualitative analysis literature searches policy analysis and business strategy and the ability to translate information into a summaries briefs or business cases
Experience engaging and working directly with health system stakeholders and health service providers; engaging patients caregivers First Nations Inuit Metis urban Indigenous and special populations is an asset
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of health policy health research and social determinants of health and population health
Strong knowledge and experience conducting literature reviews and environmental scans
Experience in synthesizing clear and concise recommendations based on a large and complex body of evidence
Excellent organizational skills; responsible and highly motivated; must be able to manage multiple tasks prioritize and effectively anticipate and respond to issues as they arise
Detail-oriented and process-driven with a demonstrated ability to produce high quality work consistently and effectively
Excellent skills in explaining complex concepts in a manner which is simple and easy to understand
Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically
Proven ability to work in a collaborative team environment as well as independently and interact comfortably with all levels of organization and personnel
Strong ability to deal with ambiguity and flexibility to pivot to adapt to changing demands
Proven ability to develop relationships with key stakeholders to establish trust credibility and respect
Knowledge of best practices related to inclusion and health equity are considered an asset
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools including Outlook PowerPoint Excel and Word; experience with Project an asset
Location: Toronto ON
Employment Type:
Permanent Full timeContract Length:
N/ASalary Band:
Band 5External Application Deadline Date:
July 3 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
