Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
The Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) is responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with all applicable information privacy and freedom of information legislation and internal policies related to the protection of personal information. The CPO leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the associated privacy programs, policies, and procedures to safeguard data and mitigate privacy risk across the organization.
At this critical juncture, during the organization’s transition to a new health information system and in the context of rapid change associated with artificial intelligence, the CPO plays a pivotal role in ensuring that privacy control requirements are embedded across Sunnybrook’s information management system design, configuration, workflows, audit and compliance processes. This includes overseeing privacy impact assessments, supporting system and procedural change‑management activities, and ensuring the new system meets legislative and best‑practice standards for the protection of personal health information.
This role provides subject-matter expertise, guidance, and training to staff on privacy best practices, and acts as the primary point of contact for privacy-related concerns, inquiries, and incident management. When privacy incidents occur, the CPO coordinates appropriate responses with Legal Counsel, Senior Leadership, external partners, and the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario as necessary.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain privacy programs, policies, and procedures.
Oversee compliant processes for managing personal and sensitive information.
Lead investigations of privacy incidents, assess risks, implement mitigations, and ensure required reporting.
Conduct privacy audits and assessments to ensure adherence to legislation and policies.
Provide organization‑wide training on privacy requirements and best practices.
Participate in the institutional review and approval of research activity.
Review and approve integrated care systems and data sharing initiatives.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Privacy Office team, including the Privacy Office Manager and Privacy Analyst, ensuring clear priorities, effective workflow management, and high‑quality service delivery across all privacy functions.
Develop, mentor, and coach staff to build organizational privacy expertise; foster a collaborative, high‑performing team culture grounded in accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree required; Graduate degree preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in privacy, compliance, or related fields, preferably in healthcare or regulated sectors.
Experience conducting privacy impact assessments and leading privacy investigations.
Knowledge of relevant privacy legislation and regulatory requirements (e.g., PHIPA, FIPPA).
Relevant certifications such as CIPP/C, CIPT, CDPSE or equivalent (preferred).
Relevant knowledge and experience in the acquisition, development and management of information technology.
Knowledge and Skills:
Strategic leadership: Ability to lead the Privacy Office, set clear priorities, and foster a culture of privacy excellence and continuous improvement.
Organizational influence: Skilled at influencing senior leaders, cross‑functional teams, and stakeholders on privacy issues and strategic decision‑making.
Exceptional communication: Capable of translating complex privacy concepts and risks into clear guidance for diverse audiences.
Strategic negotiation & representation: Adept at negotiating and representing the organization with patients, external stakeholders and regulators.
Advanced analytical problem‑solving: Ability to evaluate complex privacy issues and develop risk‑based solutions.
Sound judgment and discretion: Demonstrated capacity to manage sensitive, confidential, or high‑risk matters.
The Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) is responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with all applicable information privacy and freedom of information legislation and internal policies related to the protection of personal information. The CPO leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the associated privacy programs, policies, and procedures to safeguard data and mitigate privacy risk across the organization.
At this critical juncture, during the organization’s transition to a new health information system and in the context of rapid change associated with artificial intelligence, the CPO plays a pivotal role in ensuring that privacy control requirements are embedded across Sunnybrook’s information management system design, configuration, workflows, audit and compliance processes. This includes overseeing privacy impact assessments, supporting system and procedural change‑management activities, and ensuring the new system meets legislative and best‑practice standards for the protection of personal health information.
This role provides subject-matter expertise, guidance, and training to staff on privacy best practices, and acts as the primary point of contact for privacy-related concerns, inquiries, and incident management. When privacy incidents occur, the CPO coordinates appropriate responses with Legal Counsel, Senior Leadership, external partners, and the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario as necessary.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain privacy programs, policies, and procedures.
Oversee compliant processes for managing personal and sensitive information.
Lead investigations of privacy incidents, assess risks, implement mitigations, and ensure required reporting.
Conduct privacy audits and assessments to ensure adherence to legislation and policies.
Provide organization‑wide training on privacy requirements and best practices.
Participate in the institutional review and approval of research activity.
Review and approve integrated care systems and data sharing initiatives.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Privacy Office team, including the Privacy Office Manager and Privacy Analyst, ensuring clear priorities, effective workflow management, and high‑quality service delivery across all privacy functions.
Develop, mentor, and coach staff to build organizational privacy expertise; foster a collaborative, high‑performing team culture grounded in accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree required; Graduate degree preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in privacy, compliance, or related fields, preferably in healthcare or regulated sectors.
Experience conducting privacy impact assessments and leading privacy investigations.
Knowledge of relevant privacy legislation and regulatory requirements (e.g., PHIPA, FIPPA).
Relevant certifications such as CIPP/C, CIPT, CDPSE or equivalent (preferred).
Relevant knowledge and experience in the acquisition, development and management of information technology.
Knowledge and Skills:
Strategic leadership: Ability to lead the Privacy Office, set clear priorities, and foster a culture of privacy excellence and continuous improvement.
Organizational influence: Skilled at influencing senior leaders, cross‑functional teams, and stakeholders on privacy issues and strategic decision‑making.
Exceptional communication: Capable of translating complex privacy concepts and risks into clear guidance for diverse audiences.
Strategic negotiation & representation: Adept at negotiating and representing the organization with patients, external stakeholders and regulators.
Advanced analytical problem‑solving: Ability to evaluate complex privacy issues and develop risk‑based solutions.
Sound judgment and discretion: Demonstrated capacity to manage sensitive, confidential, or high‑risk matters.
Promeus
Director, People and Culture
Partners Community Health (PCH) is a not-for-profit, charitable organization dedicated to transforming how seniors and aging adults experience care across Mississauga and West Toronto. Through a strong commitment to partnership, PCH integrates healthcare, wellness, and community services to deliver coordinated, person-centred care that responds to the evolving needs of individuals and their families. PCH operates Wellbrook Place, a state-of-the-art seniors campus that includes two long-term care homes and an Integrated Seniors’ Hub. Together, these services form the foundation of an innovative model of care that combines clinical excellence with inclusive, community-based programming. Guided by its 2026 to 2030 Strategic Plan, PCH is advancing integrated models of care, strengthening system partnerships, and expanding its role in research, education, and innovation across the aging continuum. As the organization enters its next phase of growth, PCH is seeking a strategic and values-driven Director, People and Culture (Director) to join its Senior Leadership Team.
The Position
Reporting to the Vice President, Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted line to the President, the Director provides strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of human resources, labour relations, and organizational development. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director plays a central role in shaping and advancing the organization’s people strategy to support its next phase of growth.
Having moved through a period of rapid growth and workforce stabilization, PCH is now focused on strengthening its people practices, enhancing workforce capability, and building a more mature and integrated People and Culture function. The Director will lead this next phase by establishing clear structures, strengthening core HR operations, and introducing programs that support a high-performing, engaged workforce.
The Director oversees a broad portfolio that includes labour relations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, learning and development, employee engagement, occupational health and safety, and HR systems. A key focus of the role will be to stabilize and optimize foundational HR processes while advancing a more strategic, forward-looking approach to workforce planning and organizational development. The Director will also play an important role in shaping a positive and inclusive workplace culture, grounded in the organization’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity. As a visible and trusted leader, they will build credibility with staff, leaders, and labour partners, while fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Operating in a complex, regulated healthcare environment, this role requires a leader who can balance hands-on operational leadership with strategic thinking, bringing structure and discipline while supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term organizational performance. The Director will also ensure that people practices support safe, high-quality, resident-centred care and comply with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and applicable regulations.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an experienced HR leader with a strong track record of leading people and culture functions in complex, unionized environments. They bring deep expertise across core HR disciplines, including labour relations, talentmanagement, and organizational development, along with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally. They are a credible and collaborative leader who builds trust across teams, leaders, and labour partners, and who is comfortable navigating complexity and change. With a strong understanding of workforce challenges within healthcare or similarly regulated sectors, they are able to translate strategy into practical, actionable solutions that support both people and performance. Aligned with PCH’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity, the successful candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to shape the organization’s people strategy and contribute to a high- performing, engaged, and inclusive workplace.
This is an upcoming vacancy and the salary range for the position is $135,000 – $169,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including an RRSP program. Compensation is currently under review and will be determined based on experience.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the position title, to resumes@promeus.ca . An Executive Brief is available upon request.
PCH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Director, People and Culture
Partners Community Health (PCH) is a not-for-profit, charitable organization dedicated to transforming how seniors and aging adults experience care across Mississauga and West Toronto. Through a strong commitment to partnership, PCH integrates healthcare, wellness, and community services to deliver coordinated, person-centred care that responds to the evolving needs of individuals and their families. PCH operates Wellbrook Place, a state-of-the-art seniors campus that includes two long-term care homes and an Integrated Seniors’ Hub. Together, these services form the foundation of an innovative model of care that combines clinical excellence with inclusive, community-based programming. Guided by its 2026 to 2030 Strategic Plan, PCH is advancing integrated models of care, strengthening system partnerships, and expanding its role in research, education, and innovation across the aging continuum. As the organization enters its next phase of growth, PCH is seeking a strategic and values-driven Director, People and Culture (Director) to join its Senior Leadership Team.
The Position
Reporting to the Vice President, Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted line to the President, the Director provides strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of human resources, labour relations, and organizational development. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director plays a central role in shaping and advancing the organization’s people strategy to support its next phase of growth.
Having moved through a period of rapid growth and workforce stabilization, PCH is now focused on strengthening its people practices, enhancing workforce capability, and building a more mature and integrated People and Culture function. The Director will lead this next phase by establishing clear structures, strengthening core HR operations, and introducing programs that support a high-performing, engaged workforce.
The Director oversees a broad portfolio that includes labour relations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, learning and development, employee engagement, occupational health and safety, and HR systems. A key focus of the role will be to stabilize and optimize foundational HR processes while advancing a more strategic, forward-looking approach to workforce planning and organizational development. The Director will also play an important role in shaping a positive and inclusive workplace culture, grounded in the organization’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity. As a visible and trusted leader, they will build credibility with staff, leaders, and labour partners, while fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Operating in a complex, regulated healthcare environment, this role requires a leader who can balance hands-on operational leadership with strategic thinking, bringing structure and discipline while supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term organizational performance. The Director will also ensure that people practices support safe, high-quality, resident-centred care and comply with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and applicable regulations.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an experienced HR leader with a strong track record of leading people and culture functions in complex, unionized environments. They bring deep expertise across core HR disciplines, including labour relations, talentmanagement, and organizational development, along with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally. They are a credible and collaborative leader who builds trust across teams, leaders, and labour partners, and who is comfortable navigating complexity and change. With a strong understanding of workforce challenges within healthcare or similarly regulated sectors, they are able to translate strategy into practical, actionable solutions that support both people and performance. Aligned with PCH’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity, the successful candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to shape the organization’s people strategy and contribute to a high- performing, engaged, and inclusive workplace.
This is an upcoming vacancy and the salary range for the position is $135,000 – $169,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including an RRSP program. Compensation is currently under review and will be determined based on experience.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the position title, to resumes@promeus.ca . An Executive Brief is available upon request.
PCH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
The Hospital for Sick Children
Director of Perinatal and Newborn Health PCMCH
This recruitment is being undertaken on behalf of the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH). PCMCH is a provincial organization hosted at SickKids with the mandate to provide evidence-based and strategic leadership for perinatal, neonatal, and paediatric health services in Ontario. The PCMCH office is located in Toronto, on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Wendat and Anishinaabek Peoples. PCMCH's members and partners are located on traditional Indigenous territories across Ontario. PCMCH is grateful for the opportunity to work on this land. Learn more about PCMCH
Reporting to the Executive Director of PCMCH in this newly created senior leadership role, the Director of Perinatal and Newborn Health is responsible for the development and delivery of provincial perinatal and newborn programs and initiatives that drive excellence in care, improve health outcomes and reduce inequities.
The Director will actively identify new and innovative opportunities for advancing quality and equity in perinatal and newborn care delivered across Ontario, working in partnership with government, provincial agencies, professional associations, maternal-child health regional networks, hospitals and other healthcare provider organizations, researchers, and patients and families. The Director will facilitate and implement change and encourage an environment that is open to finding creative solutions to persistent health system challenges. The successful incumbent will be an inspiring leader who will empower and support a team of program managers and program coordinators in the planning and execution of PCMCH's perinatal and newborn health initiatives. The Director will provide strategic oversight to key provincial committees at PCMCH including the Perinatal-Newborn Committee and Regional Networks Operational Forum.
Here's What You'll Get to Do
Lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of innovative programs and initiatives to improve perinatal and newborn health, including steering the scope and approach, ensuring that project requirements, potential obstacles and outcomes are clearly understood and incorporated into the project plan, and the work is adequately resourced
Monitor emerging data, research, and issues to provide timely policy advice, launch new initiatives informed by expert input from the sector, and champion health system change
Manage a team of highly skilled and motivated program managers and program coordinators, employing a supportive and engaging leadership style that includes coaching, mentoring, and commitment to fostering a healthy and productive working environment
Provide provincial leadership and support to maternal-child health regional networks to implement quality standards and guidelines and evaluate their impact on health outcomes
Establish and nurture relationships with subject matter experts and partner organizations, with a focus on aligning PCMCH's work with appropriate external opportunities
Oversee Secretariat support for the Perinatal-Newborn Committee (PNC), the Regional Networks Operational Forum (RNOF) and other provincial committees, providing strategic and operational guidance to ensure the tables are effective in meeting their mandates and strategic goals
Collaborate with the Director of Health Equity and the Program Manager of Indigenous Health Equity and Engagement to action PCMCH's commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous health equity, bring lived and living experience perspectives to PCMCH's work, authentically engage with community partners, address social determinants of health, and make measurable gains in addressing inequities in Ontario's perinatal and newborn health system
Here's What You'll Need
Master's degree in health administration, public health, or another relevant field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a people leadership role
Extensive knowledge and understanding of health system trends and players at the provincial level; experience in perinatal and/or child health an asset but not required
Experience in quality improvement and development of best practice guidelines and resources
Strong commitment to and prior experience championing equity and inclusion
Excellent judgment, objectivity, and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and successfully manage in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
Experience building strong, authentic relationships and unifying diverse groups towards shared goals
Regulated health professional registration an asset but not required
Bilingualism (English and French) an asset but not required
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent, hybrid working model
PCMCH is committed to the achievement of equity, diversity and inclusion within Ontario's perinatal and child health system. This includes embedding equity and inclusivity into the work we do and into ensuring those who are involved in getting the work done reflect the diversity of the population and the needs of Ontarians. We welcome all individuals to consider being a part of our organization.
Link to apply: https://career.sickkids.ca:8001/psc/CRPRD/CAREER/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=23959&PostingSeq=1
Director of Perinatal and Newborn Health PCMCH
This recruitment is being undertaken on behalf of the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH). PCMCH is a provincial organization hosted at SickKids with the mandate to provide evidence-based and strategic leadership for perinatal, neonatal, and paediatric health services in Ontario. The PCMCH office is located in Toronto, on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Wendat and Anishinaabek Peoples. PCMCH's members and partners are located on traditional Indigenous territories across Ontario. PCMCH is grateful for the opportunity to work on this land. Learn more about PCMCH
Reporting to the Executive Director of PCMCH in this newly created senior leadership role, the Director of Perinatal and Newborn Health is responsible for the development and delivery of provincial perinatal and newborn programs and initiatives that drive excellence in care, improve health outcomes and reduce inequities.
The Director will actively identify new and innovative opportunities for advancing quality and equity in perinatal and newborn care delivered across Ontario, working in partnership with government, provincial agencies, professional associations, maternal-child health regional networks, hospitals and other healthcare provider organizations, researchers, and patients and families. The Director will facilitate and implement change and encourage an environment that is open to finding creative solutions to persistent health system challenges. The successful incumbent will be an inspiring leader who will empower and support a team of program managers and program coordinators in the planning and execution of PCMCH's perinatal and newborn health initiatives. The Director will provide strategic oversight to key provincial committees at PCMCH including the Perinatal-Newborn Committee and Regional Networks Operational Forum.
Here's What You'll Get to Do
Lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of innovative programs and initiatives to improve perinatal and newborn health, including steering the scope and approach, ensuring that project requirements, potential obstacles and outcomes are clearly understood and incorporated into the project plan, and the work is adequately resourced
Monitor emerging data, research, and issues to provide timely policy advice, launch new initiatives informed by expert input from the sector, and champion health system change
Manage a team of highly skilled and motivated program managers and program coordinators, employing a supportive and engaging leadership style that includes coaching, mentoring, and commitment to fostering a healthy and productive working environment
Provide provincial leadership and support to maternal-child health regional networks to implement quality standards and guidelines and evaluate their impact on health outcomes
Establish and nurture relationships with subject matter experts and partner organizations, with a focus on aligning PCMCH's work with appropriate external opportunities
Oversee Secretariat support for the Perinatal-Newborn Committee (PNC), the Regional Networks Operational Forum (RNOF) and other provincial committees, providing strategic and operational guidance to ensure the tables are effective in meeting their mandates and strategic goals
Collaborate with the Director of Health Equity and the Program Manager of Indigenous Health Equity and Engagement to action PCMCH's commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous health equity, bring lived and living experience perspectives to PCMCH's work, authentically engage with community partners, address social determinants of health, and make measurable gains in addressing inequities in Ontario's perinatal and newborn health system
Here's What You'll Need
Master's degree in health administration, public health, or another relevant field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a people leadership role
Extensive knowledge and understanding of health system trends and players at the provincial level; experience in perinatal and/or child health an asset but not required
Experience in quality improvement and development of best practice guidelines and resources
Strong commitment to and prior experience championing equity and inclusion
Excellent judgment, objectivity, and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and successfully manage in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
Experience building strong, authentic relationships and unifying diverse groups towards shared goals
Regulated health professional registration an asset but not required
Bilingualism (English and French) an asset but not required
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent, hybrid working model
PCMCH is committed to the achievement of equity, diversity and inclusion within Ontario's perinatal and child health system. This includes embedding equity and inclusivity into the work we do and into ensuring those who are involved in getting the work done reflect the diversity of the population and the needs of Ontarians. We welcome all individuals to consider being a part of our organization.
Link to apply: https://career.sickkids.ca:8001/psc/CRPRD/CAREER/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=23959&PostingSeq=1
The Hospital for Sick Children
PCMCH Director of Child and Youth Health
This recruitment is being undertaken on behalf of the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH). PCMCH is a provincial organization hosted at SickKids with the mandate to provide evidence-based and strategic leadership for perinatal, neonatal, and paediatric health services in Ontario. The PCMCH office is located in Toronto, on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Wendat and Anishinaabek Peoples. PCMCH's members and partners are located on traditional Indigenous territories across Ontario. PCMCH is grateful for the opportunity to work on this land. Learn more about PCMCH
Reporting to the Executive Director of PCMCH in this newly created senior leadership role, the Director of Child and Youth Health is responsible for the development and delivery of provincial paediatric programs and initiatives that drive excellence in care, improve health outcomes and reduce inequities.
The Director will actively identify new and innovative opportunities for advancing quality and equity in paediatric care delivered across Ontario, working in partnership with government, provincial agencies, professional associations, child health regional networks, hospitals and other healthcare provider organizations, researchers, and patients and families. The Director will facilitate and implement change and encourage an environment that is open to finding creative solutions to persistent health system challenges. The successful incumbent will be an inspiring leader who will empower and support a team of program managers and program coordinators in the planning and execution of PCMCH's child and youth health initiatives. The Director will provide strategic oversight to specialized provincial paediatric programs and networks and key provincial committees at PCMCH including the Child and Youth Committee.
Here's What You'll Get to Do
Lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of innovative programs and initiatives to improve child and youth health, including steering the scope and approach, ensuring that project requirements, potential obstacles and outcomes are clearly understood and incorporated into the project plan, and the work is adequately resourced
Monitor emerging data, research, and issues to provide timely policy advice, launch new initiatives informed by expert input from the sector, and champion health system change
Manage a team of highly skilled and motivated program managers and program coordinators, employing a supportive and engaging leadership style that includes coaching, mentoring, and commitment to fostering a healthy and productive working environment
Establish and nurture relationships with subject matter experts and partner organizations, with a focus on aligning PCMCH's work with appropriate external opportunities
Oversee the operation of specialized provincial paediatric programs and networks such as Complex Care for Kids Ontario (CCKO), Ontario Paediatric Bariatric Network (OPBN), Paediatric Diabetes Network (PDN), and Cleft Lip and Palate/Craniofacial Dental Program (CLP/CP) to ensure that PCMCH is effectively fulfilling its accountabilities to the government and driving province-wide quality improvement
Manage $7M+ annual budget allocated to partner organizations for delivery of clinical care and quality improvement priorities
Oversee Secretariat support for the Child and Youth Committee (CYC) and other provincial committees, providing strategic and operational guidance to ensure the tables are effective in meeting their mandates and strategic goals
Collaborate with the Director of Health Equity and the Program Manager of Indigenous Health Equity and Engagement to action PCMCH's commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous health equity, bring lived and living experience perspectives to PCMCH's work, authentically engage with community partners, address social determinants of health, and make measurable gains in addressing inequities in Ontario's child and youth health system
Here's What You'll Need
Master's degree in health administration, public health, or another relevant field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a people leadership role
Extensive knowledge and understanding of health system trends and players at the provincial level; experience in child health an asset but not required
Experience in quality improvement and development of best practice guidelines and resources
Strong commitment to and prior experience championing equity and inclusion
Excellent judgment, objectivity, and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and successfully manage in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
Experience building strong, authentic relationships and unifying diverse groups towards shared goals
Regulated health professional registration an asset but not required
Bilingualism (English and French) an asset but not required
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent, hybrid working model
PCMCH is committed to the achievement of equity, diversity and inclusion within Ontario's perinatal and child health system. This includes embedding equity and inclusivity into the work we do and into ensuring those who are involved in getting the work done reflect the diversity of the population and the needs of Ontarians. We welcome all individuals to consider being a part of our organization.
Link to Apply: https://career.sickkids.ca:8001/psc/CRPRD/CAREER/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=23960&PostingSeq=1
PCMCH Director of Child and Youth Health
This recruitment is being undertaken on behalf of the Provincial Council for Maternal and Child Health (PCMCH). PCMCH is a provincial organization hosted at SickKids with the mandate to provide evidence-based and strategic leadership for perinatal, neonatal, and paediatric health services in Ontario. The PCMCH office is located in Toronto, on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Wendat and Anishinaabek Peoples. PCMCH's members and partners are located on traditional Indigenous territories across Ontario. PCMCH is grateful for the opportunity to work on this land. Learn more about PCMCH
Reporting to the Executive Director of PCMCH in this newly created senior leadership role, the Director of Child and Youth Health is responsible for the development and delivery of provincial paediatric programs and initiatives that drive excellence in care, improve health outcomes and reduce inequities.
The Director will actively identify new and innovative opportunities for advancing quality and equity in paediatric care delivered across Ontario, working in partnership with government, provincial agencies, professional associations, child health regional networks, hospitals and other healthcare provider organizations, researchers, and patients and families. The Director will facilitate and implement change and encourage an environment that is open to finding creative solutions to persistent health system challenges. The successful incumbent will be an inspiring leader who will empower and support a team of program managers and program coordinators in the planning and execution of PCMCH's child and youth health initiatives. The Director will provide strategic oversight to specialized provincial paediatric programs and networks and key provincial committees at PCMCH including the Child and Youth Committee.
Here's What You'll Get to Do
Lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of innovative programs and initiatives to improve child and youth health, including steering the scope and approach, ensuring that project requirements, potential obstacles and outcomes are clearly understood and incorporated into the project plan, and the work is adequately resourced
Monitor emerging data, research, and issues to provide timely policy advice, launch new initiatives informed by expert input from the sector, and champion health system change
Manage a team of highly skilled and motivated program managers and program coordinators, employing a supportive and engaging leadership style that includes coaching, mentoring, and commitment to fostering a healthy and productive working environment
Establish and nurture relationships with subject matter experts and partner organizations, with a focus on aligning PCMCH's work with appropriate external opportunities
Oversee the operation of specialized provincial paediatric programs and networks such as Complex Care for Kids Ontario (CCKO), Ontario Paediatric Bariatric Network (OPBN), Paediatric Diabetes Network (PDN), and Cleft Lip and Palate/Craniofacial Dental Program (CLP/CP) to ensure that PCMCH is effectively fulfilling its accountabilities to the government and driving province-wide quality improvement
Manage $7M+ annual budget allocated to partner organizations for delivery of clinical care and quality improvement priorities
Oversee Secretariat support for the Child and Youth Committee (CYC) and other provincial committees, providing strategic and operational guidance to ensure the tables are effective in meeting their mandates and strategic goals
Collaborate with the Director of Health Equity and the Program Manager of Indigenous Health Equity and Engagement to action PCMCH's commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous health equity, bring lived and living experience perspectives to PCMCH's work, authentically engage with community partners, address social determinants of health, and make measurable gains in addressing inequities in Ontario's child and youth health system
Here's What You'll Need
Master's degree in health administration, public health, or another relevant field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a people leadership role
Extensive knowledge and understanding of health system trends and players at the provincial level; experience in child health an asset but not required
Experience in quality improvement and development of best practice guidelines and resources
Strong commitment to and prior experience championing equity and inclusion
Excellent judgment, objectivity, and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and successfully manage in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
Experience building strong, authentic relationships and unifying diverse groups towards shared goals
Regulated health professional registration an asset but not required
Bilingualism (English and French) an asset but not required
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent, hybrid working model
PCMCH is committed to the achievement of equity, diversity and inclusion within Ontario's perinatal and child health system. This includes embedding equity and inclusivity into the work we do and into ensuring those who are involved in getting the work done reflect the diversity of the population and the needs of Ontarians. We welcome all individuals to consider being a part of our organization.
Link to Apply: https://career.sickkids.ca:8001/psc/CRPRD/CAREER/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=23960&PostingSeq=1
