Executive Director, Strategic Policy and Initiatives
About The Position
The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. The Ministry of Hospitals and Surgical Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable health care delivery system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health by delivering safe, person-centered, quality emergency and medical health services; procurement and contract management; supporting innovative information management and technologies; and regulating hospital and emergency health care.
Requirements
- Significant related senior management leadership experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams in policy development and coordination.
- Knowledge of legal documents and instruments.
- Knowledge of legislative processes.
- Understanding of government and ministry priorities.
- Applied understanding of government decision-making, legislative frameworks, accountability processes and policy development mechanisms.
- Practiced relationship builder, excelling at engaging stakeholders in shaping and implementing high impact initiatives.
- Familiarity with Federal, Provincial and Territorial partners.
- Capacity to inspire and empower change-agile teams.
- A related bachelor degree is required.
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide key leadership in policy related to the development and delivery of the department’s strategic policy.
- Lead ministry-wide policy coordination, agency governance and legislative planning.
- Lead priority research and acute care workforce related initiatives.
- Oversee and coordinate policy and cabinet submissions ensuring a whole of ministry view.
- Use data and analytics to enhance research and workforce initiatives.
- Lead high-performing teams accountable for policy development and coordination.
- Foster strong interpersonal relationships.
- Demonstrate an applied understanding of government and department priorities.
Benefits
- Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP)
- Leadership and mentorship programs
- Professional learning and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
