Position # : 179697 Expected Start Date:

November 30, 2026 Union:

OOS Facility

To be determined City/Town

To be determined Department

Ethics Type

Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date:

June 30, 2027 FTE:

1 Shift Information:

Days 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

The Director, Ethics is a key leader in Saskatchewan health care, partnering with system leaders to achieve our province’s healthcare goals. The Director will help to lead and support the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA) in the development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive, integrated, and sustainable joint Ethics Program. Reporting to the Executive Director, Insights for Better Health, the Director is responsible for contributing to the development and achievement of strategy by articulating gaps and needs. The Director supports strategy through the development and execution of operational and business plans, including cascading, monitoring, reporting, and course correction of same. The Director demonstrates robust leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Director must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization, as well as with partnering organizations, to support operations. The Director will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Human Resources

Exemption

No Experience

Experience in strategic planning Seven (7) years leadership experience 5+ years in clinical and organizational ethics and ethics education Education





Master’s degree in Philosophy or other health-care Ethics related field and clinical background or Ph.D. in Philosophy or Ethics Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training

Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience Competencies

Advanced - Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation Advanced - Communication skills Advanced - Interpersonal skills Advanced - Critical thinking skills Advanced - Capability to develop coalitions: build partnerships/networks to create results Advanced - Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge in healthcare system in Saskatchewan and across Canada Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values Ability to instruct, collaborate and evaluate performance Ability to act professionally, ethically and provide sound judgement

Knowledge of the diversity of cultures, values and traditions Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce Ability to interpret & apply legislation/guidelines/policy Expert knowledge in the application of Accreditation Canada standards

Expert knowledge in clinical practice guidelines across health professions Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders Ability to provide instruction and teach adults Knowledge in principles of patient and family centered care

Ability to lead and coach others Has demonstrated strong critical thinking, financial and analytical skills Promotes innovation, guides change and is committed to continuous improvement Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm

Other Information

Travel within the region and provincially A fellowship and experience in healthcare ethics is an asset

📌 Director, Ethics (Winnipeg)
🏢 Saskatchewan Health Authority
📍 Winnipeg