destinationone
Consulting
is proud to partner with the
City of Surrey
in the
search for a Health Care Administrator - a collaborative,
solutions-focused leader who will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of
healthcare across one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities.

As a
globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through
innovation and technology, the City of Surrey is home to a
diverse population of more than 600,000 residents. With this growth comes the
responsibility to ensure every resident has equitable access to high-quality
healthcare. This new leadership role has been created to close service gaps,
strengthen partnerships, and deliver tangible results for Surrey’s residents.

The
successful candidate will be a builder and convener—a widely
respected leader, whether a senior clinician, health-system administrator, or
experienced health-sector executive—trusted across the system and skilled at
bringing people together. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Health
Care Administrator will serve as Surrey’s primary municipal lead for healthcare
planning, earning credibility and trust from day one.

The Ideal Candidate

The City
of Surrey is seeking a respected leader with:

• 
  A collaborative,
  solutions-oriented leadership style – someone who highlights Surrey’s successes
  while constructively advancing improvements, celebrating what’s working
  and pushing for more without grandstanding or adversarial posturing.
• 
  Proven delivery – a demonstrated track
  record of expanding access to primary care (e.g., clinics, attachment
  initiatives, novel care models), managing complex multi-stakeholder
  projects under tight timelines, and turning policy into on-the-ground
  services.
• 
  Deep knowledge of British
  Columbia’s health system – including Fraser Health operations, provincial roles,
  funding and contracting pathways – alongside strong existing relationships
  across the sector.
• 
  Political acuity and
  communication strength – the ability to brief elected officials, engage media with
  measured, evidence-based language, and provide clear, trusted public
  communication.
• 
  Commitment to equity and cultural
  safety – with
  experience working respectfully alongside Indigenous partners and diverse
  communities.
• 
  High integrity, discretion, and a
  non-partisan approach – ensuring trust and credibility from day one.

Scope

Are you
looking to join an award-winning employer with a commitment to organizational
growth and development? In response to the deepening health care crisis in
Surrey, the City of Surrey is seeking a Health Care Administrator to directly
confront health-care inequities and advocate for meaningful, measurable change.

Reporting
directly to the City Manager, the Health Care Administrator will serve as the
primary municipal lead for addressing health-care service gaps in Surrey. This
role will involve cross-sector collaboration, in-depth policy research,
stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• 
  Conduct strategic research,
  policy analysis, and environmental scanning
• 
  Coordinate cross-departmental and
  intergovernmental partnerships and collaboration
• 
  Identify and assess
  non-traditional, community-led, or innovative models to expand access to
  family doctors in Surrey
• 
  Liaise with Fraser Health, the BC
  Ministry of Health, and other relevant bodies to strategically advance
  work addressing health-care inequities in Surrey
• 
  Lead planning and development of
  a Municipal Medical Clinic in collaboration with various stakeholders,
  including healthcare professionals, municipal authorities, and community
  representatives, to achieve project goals
• 
  Champion the needs of Surrey’s
  residents in healthcare system planning, service delivery, and funding
  allocations
• 
  Monitor, analyze, and publicly
  report on local healthcare disparities and progress toward resolving them
• 
  Develop policies, conduct
  feasibility assessments, and lead comparative analyses to advance
  health-related equity goals
• 
  Work closely with the Dean of the SFU Medical College at the new Surrey campus to align municipal health priorities with academic and clinical initiatives

Requirements

• 
  Master’s degree in Health
  Administration, Public Health, Public Policy, or a related field
• 
  5–10 years of experience in
  healthcare systems planning, administration, or public policy development
• 
  Deep understanding of British
  Columbia’s healthcare structure, including the respective roles of
  municipal and provincial governments, Fraser Health operations, and
  funding frameworks
• 
  Experience in intergovernmental
  relations or healthcare advocacy roles is highly desirable
• 
  Proven ability to manage complex,
  multi-stakeholder projects under tight timelines
• 
  Exceptional written and verbal
  communication skills; experience presenting to elected officials and
  public audiences

About destinationone Consulting

destinationone
Consulting is a North America–based strategic recruitment, executive search,
and HR advisory firm serving purpose-led organizations across high-impact
industries. Our sector expertise spans CleanTech, Education and EdTech, Health
and Med Tech, Healthcare and Wellness, Government (Municipal, State, and
Federal), Non Profit, Sustainability, and other public sector domains.

How to Apply

If this
opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, please apply with an
updated resume in MS Word format. While we may not be able to contact everyone,
we will connect with candidates whose profiles match the requirements of the
role.

Rest
assured, your profile will remain in our network, and we’ll reach out when a
suitable opportunity arises.

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more about us and stay updated on opportunities, follow destinationone
Consulting on LinkedIn.

Thank
you for considering this opportunity—we’re excited to support you in your
career journey.