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Business Planning Advisor - Health Department

At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 

 

Employees of Public Health are expected to provide high quality programs and services including but not limited to sexual health, harm reduction and immunization clinic services by demonstrating respectful, inclusive, non-judgmental values.

 

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.

 

Posting ID: 3660
Department: Health
Division: Office of the Commissioner
Pay Range: $52.69 - $70.26
Job Type: Contract < 1 Year
Contract Duration: 12 months 
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville 
Employee Group: MMSG
Posting Date: November 15, 2024
Application Deadline: November 25, 2024

 

Job Summary

Reporting to the Commissioner and Medical Officer of Health, the Business Planning Advisor is responsible for providing strategic and operational business advice and leading related initiatives for the Health Department. This includes ensuring accurate and timely completion of operational and financial reports required by the province such as those relating to the Ontario Public Health Standards Accountability Framework (e.g., Annual Service Plan, Annual Report and Attestation, Quarterly Reports), reports to the Emergency Health Services Division (e.g. Dedicated Offload Nurse Program, response time performance, etc.) and reports required by corporate departments (e.g., Finance). The Business Planning Advisor will also provide budget support to Health Department senior staff and liaise with provincial and corporate partners on business and funding matters. In addition, the position is responsible for supervising support staff, completing detailed analyses and business process/quality assurance reviews, leading projects, writing reports, business cases and briefing notes and developing presentations.

 

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational advice to the Commissioner and Medical Officer of Health and the Health Department senior leadership team on business and operational related matters.

  • Lead the completion of reports and requests from the province, corporate reporting requirements, budget development and monitoring, financial data analyses and departmental projects ensuring timelines are met.

  • Ensure processes are in place for ongoing monitoring of funding related matters including processes to identify and address issues, and ensure critical timelines are met such as for year-end and budget submissions.

  • Coordinate reporting to the province for all accountability reporting requirements of the Ontario Public Health Standards such as Annual Service Plans, Annual and Quarterly Reports and Compliance Reports.

  • Coordinate reporting to the province for all Emergency Health Services Division performance reports.

  • Monitor accountability and compliance requirements for Public Health, identify gaps, opportunities, and risks, develop and carry out action plans.

  • Provide support to Health Department senior staff on business planning and special projects working in collaboration with corporate partners (e.g. Human Resources, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and IT).

  • Supervise and oversee the work of support staff assigned to the position.

  • Lead projects, conduct business process reviews, and provide guidance on operational business matters.

  • Write briefing notes, training materials, proposals and develop presentation materials.

  • Participate in internal and external work groups.

  • Promote and actively contribute to a climate of positive change and continuous improvement. Perform other duties as required.

 

Skills & Qualifications

  • University degree in public or business administration, or a Health Sciences degree with a focus on public or business administration and budget management, along with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience, preferably in a public health or municipal setting.
  • Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks for Public Health and Paramedic Services, the Ontario Public Health Standards including governance, accountability, funding, policies, compliance requirements for Public Health and Paramedic Services.
  • Experience with change management, budget management and providing operational and strategic business advice to senior management.
  • Experience conducting business process and quality assurance reviews.
  • Exceptional communication skills, strong political acumen and team leadership skills.
  • Expert proficiency in a variety of computer software especially MS Office (M365, Teams, Excel, Word, Visio and PowerPoint), and experience working with a financial database especially SAP, is preferred.

  • An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

 

Working/Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

  • Travel may be required; incumbent must provide their own transportation.

 

Important information about your application:

  • In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
  • Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.   
  • Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
  • We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
  • Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
  • If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly. 

 

Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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