At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic planning and priority setting in a dynamic health system.
- Company: Fraser Health, a key player in BC's healthcare landscape.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to improving community health.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on health system transformation and patient care.
- Qualifications: Master’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 79.42 - 79.42 $ per hour.
We are searching for an innovative leader with experience in strategic planning, performance measurement and priority setting within complex health systems with a passion for health system transformation. As our Leader of Strategic Priorities and Planning, you will manage our planning processes, provide expert advice to Fraser Health leadership, and lead a small team to develop, implement and refine our planning frameworks and tools.
The Leader will be responsible for the implementation of an integrated planning process within Fraser Health that incorporates Ministry expectations, Fraser Health priorities (including budget, capital and population health needs), and emerging trends in health care.
The right candidate will:
- Demonstrate expertise in developing and leading organization-wide planning cycles, including strategic plans, annual priority planning, service plans and annual reports.
- Have a proven ability to partner with senior executives, clinical leaders, and corporate partners to align priorities and translate complex organizational challenges into actionable strategies and plans.
- Be a collaborative and influential leader who builds high-performing teams, fosters a culture of continuous improvement and champions evidence-based planning and decision-making.
- Bring a strong foundation in planning and health system performance measurement, project and portfolio management, strategic communications coupled with an in-depth understanding of complex health systems.
We will be looking for you to have:
- Master’s degree in Health, Business Administration or related discipline, supplemented by strategy development or project or change management training.
- Ten (10) years’ recent planning, evaluation or strategic transformation experience including policy analysis/development, project/program/portfolio management, management consulting and the supervision of others, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid BC Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle for business related purposes.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be acceptable.
This is a Relief Full-Time position available until June 2027, based at our Central City office in Surrey, BC.
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: The Leader, Planning & Priorities, provides strategic and operational guidance and direction in developing and implementing the framework for organizational planning and reporting in Fraser Health.
The Leader is responsible for building and connecting organizational planning capabilities as they relate to the framework, and designing and coordinating effective planning and evaluation processes that yield quality, integrated plans and reports that serve Fraser Health, Ministry of Health and public needs.
Key to Fraser Health’s transformation capability, these strategies, plans and reports put focus on and drive short and long-term priorities across the organization, and enable measurement of results.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading the development of organizational plans and reports through an annual cycle of clarifying priorities and requirements of Ministry, Board and Executive.
- Facilitating key executive decisions, engaging partners in identifying strategic and operational priorities, developing plans and facilitating the review and approval processes.
- Partnering with clinical and corporate departments to develop annual and strategic plans that are aligned with provincial and Fraser Health priorities.
- Providing comprehensive analysis and reports to Executive and Ministry on corporate and provincial priorities.
- Monitoring national, regional and industry trends in planning, identifying opportunities for improvement in Fraser Health’s planning framework and its value generation.
Qualifications include:
- Master’s degree in Health, Business Administration or related discipline supplemented by strategy development or project or change management training.
- Ten (10) years’ recent planning, evaluation or strategic transformation experience including policy analysis/development, project/program/portfolio management, management consulting and the supervision of others, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid BC Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle for business related purposes.
Competencies include demonstrating the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creating the conditions for people to succeed.
Fraser Health is committed to planetary health and values diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.
Leader, Planning & Priorities in Surrey employer: Fraser Health Authority
Fraser Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes innovation and performance in healthcare, offering a collaborative work culture where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. Located in Surrey, BC, the Central City Tower provides a vibrant environment that supports work-life balance and fosters a sense of community among over 50,000 staff members. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Fraser Health ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.
