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Join the Ministry of Health's Health Insurance Branch and step into a pivotal leadership role that empowers you to shape health policies and programs. We're seeking individuals with a talent for analysis and a passion for making a difference in public health.

In this role, you'll provide expert analysis, planning, and implementation guidance to ensure strategic objectives are met effectively. Your primary responsibilities will include developing and managing evaluation frameworks and coordinating issue resolution to enhance healthcare delivery.

If you're a proactive leader with a talent for analytical thinking and strong communication abilities, we want to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare for all.

The Ministry
Ministry of Health is responsible for administering the health care system and providing services to the Ontario public through such programs as health insurance, drug benefits, assistive devices, mental health and addictions, home care services, community and public health, health promotion and disease prevention. It also regulates hospitals; operates psychiatric hospitals and medical laboratories; and coordinates emergency health services.

The Branch
The Health Insurance Branch plans, manages, and directs programs and policy related to the Ontario Health Insurance Plan including registration and eligibility for coverage, the Ontario health card, health benefits available outside of Ontario and outside of Canada, including prior approval for treatment outside Canada; and the ministry's subrogation rights under the Plan. The Branch is also responsible for the Integrated Community Health Services Centre program as outlined under the Integrated Community Health Services Centre Act.

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

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About the job

In this role, you will:
• Lead policy and program development in healthcare, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and best practices.
• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis, including stakeholder consultations, to inform policy recommendations.
• Evaluate proposals from other jurisdictions, identifying issues needing response, and maintaining awareness of emerging trends.
• Prepare legislative documents, risk assessments, and guidelines, ensuring compliance and privacy considerations.
• Monitor program performance, ensures accountability, and provides advice on related policy issues.
• Manage program agreements, assessing impacts, and advising senior management on contentious issues.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and collaborate with other ministries and jurisdictions.
• Represent the unit at conferences and forums, lead working groups, and resolve stakeholder concerns.
• Lead special projects, set priorities, and provide expertise to staff, ensuring effective implementation.
• Support branch planning, coordinate information requests, and contribute to funding allocation processes.

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What you bring to the team

Leadership Skills

• You have experience providing leadership in program/policy, development, delivery and implementation.

Project Management Skills

• You can lead projects from initial concept through completion within specific timelines.
• You can provide project leadership and advice to an assigned team of analysts.

Research, Evaluation and Analytical Skills

• You demonstrate sound judgment, sensitivity and a high degree of political acuity implementation.
• You can assess the effectiveness of policies/programs against Ministry initiatives and goals.
• You can interpret and apply policy, procedures and legislation.

Relationship Management and Facilitation Skills

• You have expertise in creating and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• You can work collaboratively to resolve issues, negotiate changes and shifts in priorities.
• You can lead consultations with stakeholders ensuring a shared understanding.

Communication Skills

• You can respond to issues, provide recommendations and prepare reports using standard computer software.
• You can create, lead and present briefings on complex issues analysis to senior management.

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