Manager, Program Implementation & Evaluation

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Director, the Manager is responsible for all aspects of planning, implementing, organizing, evaluating and directing major projects undertaken by the Program. In collaboration with Program Directors/Managers, the Manager leads the development of an implementation plan for assigned projects. The Manager ensures critical linkages with all levels of staff within the Program and liaises with internal and external stakeholders, other Health Authorities and the Ministry of Health.
The Manager takes a lead role in developing and conducting evaluation processes for current and new major projects within the Program. The Manager provides advanced skill and knowledge in project development and evaluation.
The Manager plays a key role in the development of the Strategic Plan, through leadership in project management, knowledge of system performance, evaluation expertise and general advanced knowledge in the area of community based services.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in a related discipline such as Health Administration or Business Administration, plus seven (7) to ten (10) years' recent, related experience in project management.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills coupled with the ability to write or edit high quality business documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide leadership to a diverse team and interact comfortably with a variety of disciplines at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and effectively under time pressure to meet deadlines, balance work priorities and resolve issues appropriately.
• Demonstrated commitment to client focused services and teamwork;
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues affecting clients in all areas of service delivery and service delivery structures.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships within a team while exercising professionalism, tact, confidentiality and discretion.
• High degree of proficiency with standard MS Office suite, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio and SharePoint.
• Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of the department throughout Island Health in an effective and efficient manner.
• Proven application and deep knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Superior organizational skills and the ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic environment, including working under pressure, adapting and responding to changing priorities and meeting deadlines.

Link To Full
https://jd.viha.ca/JD3958.pdf