Nova Scotia Health Authority

Director - Access and Flow - Policy & Planning

Nova Scotia Health Authority  •  $79.06/hr  •  Halifax, CA (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Req ID: 222785
Location: Provincial Zone, Home Work Site FT (5 days/week)
Department: CNS Access & Flow Network
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 6-Jul-26

About the Opportunity

The Director is part of the Access and Flow Network and Health Beyond Hospital is responsible for providing direction and leadership regarding the provincial implementation of multiple NSH programs and initiatives that support operational improvement of access and flow and core functions which include:

  • The Health Beyond Hospital operational and strategic rollout
  • The ongoing strategic planning with system partners
  • The design, management and operational oversight of sponsored provincial policy, planning and implementation support functions and processes:
    • Policy and standards development and transition management.
    • Transformation initiative financial and operational oversight
    • Program and operational performance tracking reporting.
    • Decision Support – information management and analysis;
  • Overseeing the ongoing development and effective operation and delivery of multiple strategies, standard work and programs and initiatives.
  • The management of:
    • Information/data, measurement and reporting
    • Provincial / strategic projects (including policy) and implementation efforts;
    • Multiple service provider contracts for strategic initiatives and sub-contracted services.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

  • Master’s Degree in a health-related discipline, health administration, business administration or related subject
  • Eligible for registration with relevant health discipline/college or association
  • Certified Health Executive designation is an asset
  • 7-10 years of relevant leadership experience with progressive accountabilities for strategy, planning and quality management within the program area.
  • Excellent leadership, relationship building, organizational and decision skills in support of patient, family and client centred services.
  • Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships and partnerships with stakeholders.
  • Expertise in operational and financial planning.
  • Evidence-based collaborative problem solving of complex multifaceted issues.
  • Competencies in other languages preferred, French an asset

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

  • Permanent Full Time; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$59.50 - $79.06 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Nova Scotia Health Authority

About Nova Scotia Health Authority

We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.

We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.

Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.

Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning

Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Halifax, CA
Year Founded
2015
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