Position # : 9004933

Expected Start Date: September 21, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Director Provincial Clinical Networks & Pathways

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 21, 2028

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Strategy & Innovation Specialists are responsible for performing various key functions within the Strategy & Innovation portfolio. The Specialists will work with and coach senior leaders on planning processes, measurement design, large scale change, and innovation and partnerships. Specialists will be key in leading and supporting activities across the SHA in support of achieving our strategic priorities. Specialists will coach and support all leaders on the consistent use of tools such as driver diagrams, A3s, measurement cascades, project management tools, and change cycles. They will demonstrate knowledge and experience with innovative approaches such as design thinking and complex system theory, while having a solid understanding of measurement for improvement, planning, quality improvement, project management and facilitation.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

Leader who has developed planning and programs in multi-stakeholder environment

Five (5) years experience in a related area





Experience developing and leading planning and programs in complex environment

Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Licensed, and in positive standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Undergraduate degree or diploma in a healthcare or management related discipline

Competencies

Analytical skills

Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation

Critical thinking skills

Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

Strong interpersonal skills

Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders

Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety

Committed to delivering on patient and family centered care

Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan

Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system

Ability to lead and coach others

Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values

Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines

Ability to adapt to and implement change

Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards

Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity

Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm

Other Information

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