Senior Manager, Strategic Projects and Planning

UHN is Canada's #1 hospital and the world's #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members. UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN's vision is to build A Healthier World and it's only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: President's Office
Reports to: Chief Integration Officer and Director, Strategy
Work Model: In-Office (Hybrid as needed)
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: January 19, 2025

Position Summary

As a key member of the Office of the President and CEO, the Senior Manager plays a vital role in driving strategic initiatives through project management, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and change management. This position provides support to the Executive Leadership Forum, refines decision-making frameworks to enhance hospital operations, and develops strategic frameworks aligned with organizational goals. With a focus on monitoring health policy and industry trends, the role supports strategic planning, evaluates key initiatives, and collaborates on communications to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

Duties

• Collaborate with senior leaders to identify and manage strategic initiatives and system-wide planning processes.
• Develop and oversee monitoring systems to track progress on strategic and operational goals.
• Facilitate strategic working groups and contribute to committees, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
• Manage multiple departmental projects across sites, ensuring successful planning, implementation, and alignment with hospital objectives.
• Partner with teams to develop action plans, risk assessments, and performance reporting systems.
• Recruit, develop, and manage team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement, exploring new technologies and practices to enhance strategic outcomes.
• Monitor industry trends in health policy, academic medicine, and research, incorporating them into strategic planning.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to staff, addressing performance issues and resolving disputes.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
• Planning and coordination of international and national stakeholder delegations and on-site visits.

• Master's Degree in Health Administration or a recognized equivalent required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a management role.
• Proven experience leading teams and projects in a complex environment.
• Experience working with senior-level personnel is essential.
• Hospital environment experience is preferred.
• Strong management, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with expertise in data analysis and trend identification.
• Proven change management and leadership abilities.
• Advanced skills in financial analysis and reporting, especially using MS Excel.
• Excellent presentation, technical writing, and training capabilities.
• Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines while producing high-quality work.
• Strong negotiation, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Deep knowledge of the healthcare sector and applicable legislation.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Why join UHN?

• In addition to working alongside a diverse team of some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. Eligibility to participate in a generous HOOPP Pension plan (https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.