Manager, Business Relations and Delivery Services

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

5d•CA$102,329 - CA$137,705•Onsite

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 Department of Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable health care 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 and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness and coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services. Are you a leader who can balance strategic planning, stakeholder relationships, and complex technology delivery while helping teams perform at their best? We're looking for a Manager, Business Relations & Delivery Services to help shape and deliver some of Alberta's most important health technology initiatives. In this role, you'll lead a talented team, partner with executive leaders and stakeholders across government and the health system, and help ensure that major digital investments deliver real value for Albertans. This is an opportunity for a strategic thinker, relationship builder, and delivery-focused leader who enjoys bringing people together to solve complex challenges and turn ambitious plans into tangible results. As the Manager, Business Relations & Delivery Services, you'll provide leadership for the Ministry's project and portfolio delivery functions, helping guide initiatives from concept through implementation and benefits realization. You'll also play a key role in enabling high-profile digital health initiatives that improve service delivery, accessibility, and integration across Alberta's health system. You're a confident leader who knows how to balance strategy, delivery, governance, and people leadership.

Requirements

University graduation in a field related Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or in a related field supplemented by four (4) years related experience.
Significant experience delivering large and complex IM/IT projects and initiatives.
Experience leading teams and developing high-performing staff.
Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
Experience with vendor management, procurement, and contract oversight.
Strong project, portfolio, financial, and governance management capabilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within government or the broader public sector.
Experience managing outsource vendors and service providers.
Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent).
Experience working within healthcare or health technology environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of strategic Information Management / Information Technology (IM/IT) initiatives and portfolios that support Ministry and health system priorities.
Support business case development, project investment planning, prioritization, and governance activities.
Provide oversight of project budgets, expenditures, risks, performance, and benefits realization.
Build and maintain strong relationships with leaders, program areas, delivery partners, and vendors.
Guide procurement, contract management, and vendor partnerships in a complex multi-vendor environment.
Lead and mentor a team of professionals, creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and do their best work.
Lead the Project and Portfolio office and drive continuous improvement of project, portfolio, and governance practices across the organization.