About Touchstone Institute Touchstone Institute is a non-profit corporation governed by a board of directors and receives financial support from the Government of Ontario. Touchstone Institute works closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers who provide subject matter expertise to assess and improve the level of competency across individual practice. Building on its history to facilitate entry to training or practice for Internationally Educated Health Professionals, Touchstone Institute seeks to continue the work in this area while expanding to support excellence in competent practice for all who deliver health care.

About Practice Ready Ontario (PRO) Funded by the Government of Ontario, Touchstone Institute works closely with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, Ontario Health, the Medical Council of Canada, and others while administering the PRO program. PRO is a workplace assessment program that aims to add internationally trained family physicians or general practitioners who have completed post-graduate training and have an established track record of work in another country to practice in rural communities in Ontario.

About Touchstone Institute Touchstone Institute is a non-profit corporation governed by a board of directors and receives financial support from the Government of Ontario. Touchstone Institute works closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers who provide subject matter expertise to assess and improve the level of competency across individual practice. Building on its history to facilitate entry to training or practice for Internationally Educated Health Professionals, Touchstone Institute seeks to continue the work in this area while expanding to support excellence in competent practice for all who deliver health care.

About Practice Ready Ontario (PRO) Funded by the Government of Ontario, Touchstone Institute works closely with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, Ontario Health, the Medical Council of Canada, and others while administering the PRO program. PRO is a workplace assessment program that aims to add internationally trained family physicians or general practitioners who have completed post-graduate training and have an established track record of work in another country to practice in rural communities in Ontario.

Position Description Reporting to the Director, Strategic Implementation, the Manager leads the development and execution of data and evaluation strategies for Practice Ready Ontario. This role is responsible for overseeing the collection, analysis, and reporting of quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate program performance and outcomes, and provide actionable insights to senior leaders and stakeholders. The position combines technical analytics expertise with strategic program evaluation and requires strong project management and leadership skills.

Key Accountabilities Data Analytics & Reporting

Lead the design, development, and implementation of analytics frameworks, dashboards, and performance measurement systems





Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement

Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance monitoring processes

Oversee the creation of reports, presentations, and data visualizations that support decision-making

Strengthen data collection processes across the PRO pathway, and ensure findings lead to recommendations and follow-through with internal teams

Collaborate with IT to ensure data quality, integrity, governance, and compliance with organizational standards

Program Evaluation

Responsible for the development and implementation of program evaluation frameworks and methodologies for the PRO program

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define impact reporting requirements and strategies

Translate the PRO measurement and evaluation frameworks into a coordinated workplan and track progress with updates to senior leaders

Apply an evaluative mindset and collaborate with others to ensure the PRO program is meeting its intended goals and continuously improving

Oversee the development and implementation of surveys and other tools to support evaluation activities

Team Leadership

Provides strategic and operational direction and manages the work of Data & Evaluation team

Works alongside internal departments and senior leadership on effective resource allocations and assignments

Assigns and prioritizes tasks for team members in a timely manner, and manages team scheduling

Reviews deliverables for quality and provides team members with feedback and opportunities for improvement

Ensures staff receive and participate in appropriate job-related training and orientation.

Prepares program briefing materials for the Executive team and other audiences as required

Position Requirements Knowledge

Knowledge of the government and healthcare sectors in Ontario and Canada

Strong understanding of data collection methods, program evaluation principles and frameworks, and research design

Familiarity with data governance, data quality, and privacy requirements

Familiarity with medical education, professional competency assessments and licensure pathways for medical professionals is an asset

Skills

Excellent proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools

Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent written and communication skills, including report writing and presentation development

Strong critical thinking skills to identify key issues and propose solutions

Strong ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative evidence, communicate limitations, and develop recommendations to inform program and leadership decisions





Strong organizational and project management skills

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with others to coordinate information

Proficiency with statistical software and/or SQL is an asset

Abilities

Ability to lead a team, delegate work and manage performance issues

Comfort conducting presentations to various stakeholder audiences

Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with a range of clients at all organizational levels

Ability to process multiple types of information, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and prioritize

Quick learner with the ability to adapt and deal with continuing change

Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views - welcomes feedback, contributes to a positive working environment, supports the organizations efforts to succeed

Qualifications

Post-secondary education from a health sciences program or related field, master’s degree preferred

At least 5 years of experience working in data analytics, program evaluation, performance measurement, or research

At least 3 years of experience leading a team of staff

Demonstrated experience designing and implementing program evaluations and translating findings into recommendations for program improvement

Job level: 6

Closing date: Monday, October 5, 2026

Notes for Candidates

This is an existing vacancy within the organization

This is a contractual role of 24 months

Touchstone Institute does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. Applications will be reviewed by members of our recruitment and hiring teams to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

The salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, etc. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, it is dependent on numerous factors.

Touchstone Institute is dedicated to employment equity and fostering a diverse work environment. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. We believe that a diverse team is essential to understanding and serving the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.

We follow a hybrid work model with two designated in-office days: Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Successful candidates must be available to work on-site during these days at 145 Wellington St W Suite 600, Toronto, ON M5J 1H8 with or without accommodation.

Touchstone Institute is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to fostering a diverse work setting and exercises accessible employment practices. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Touchstone Institute’s policies, a request for accommodation will be accepted in all aspects of our hiring process. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] in advance of your appointment.

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📌 Manager, Data & Evaluation (Winnipeg)
🏢 Touchstone Institute
📍 Winnipeg