Senior Information Management Advisor

Join us in the Health Data Branch of the Ministry of Health where you will lead strategic initiatives in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of information management (IM). We require your IM expertise to help drive the Ministry of Health strategic direction and work with stakeholders to ensure effective collection, use, access and management of quality health care information!

About the Branch

Health Data Branch plays a foundational role in data and information management that enables and supports the development and delivery of better programs and services for Ontarians. The branch oversees the central management of the strategic provincial health data assets by guiding how they are accessed, collected, used, safeguarded and shared to support the health system. The branch also plays a strategic and tactical leadership role in operationalizing foundational data management initiatives in support of the ministry’s Data & Digital Action Plan

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario’s Human Rights Code. Refer to the “How to apply” section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• Provide recommendation to senior management on Ministry’s strategic direction and policies related to information management and governance
• Provide information analysis for business cases and information architecture to ensure timely and effective access and exchange of quality and authoritative health care information
• Plan, manage and coordinate effective translation of client requirements into data and systems models
• Lead projects for the development of strategies, applications, standards, models, processes and tools including leading project staff, developing plans, budgets and resolving issues
• Consult with stakeholder groups to identify information, data, workspace access and develop communication and education tools and materials

How do I qualify?

Technical Knowledge

• You have knowledge of data and information management theory, principles, practices, methods, technologies and products
• You have knowledge of theories and concepts of information classification and management standards, information security, privacy and access structures, models, and information exchange technologies and processes
• You have demonstrated knowledge and experience with digital health systems and privacy analyses
• You have knowledge of Information management legislation (e.g., PHIPA, FIPPA, Public Hospitals Act, Fixing Long-Term Care Act) and experience with privacy policy, and privacy impact analysis related to collection, storage, use and disclosure of data and information.
• You have knowledge of provincial health system data (e.g., clinical, administrative, statistical and financial data on population health).

Leadership and Project Management Skills

• You have experience applying project management principles and methods to manage implementation projects
• You can lead project teams by providing technical leadership, conducting consultations, preparing plans, budgets, and resolving issues
• You can lead the development of business cases, environmental scans, options analysis & recommendations, process optimization initiatives and strategies;

Research and Analytical Skills

• You have research and analytical skills to conduct complex analyses, identify issues and develop solutions
• You can develop and recommend solutions to reduce security/ privacy risks and adapt to evolving technology
• You have risk management skills to identify, assess and make recommendations for solutions and to control risk

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

• You have consultation and negotiation skills to work collaboratively with stakeholders and clients on projects
• You have stakeholder management skills to lead or coordinate stakeholders to drive data and digital initiatives;
• You have facilitation skills to discuss issues and provide recommendations to senior management
• You have oral and written communication skills to provide advice to the senior management team , and prepare reports, briefings, business cases, requirement documents, Treasury Board submissions, correspondence and presentations using standard computer software

Additional Information:

Address:

• 1 English Permanent, 5700 Yonge St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Understanding the job ad – definitions

Schedule:

6

Category:

Policy and Analysis

Posted on:

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• C-HL-219535/24

How to apply:

1. You must apply online.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee’s exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Thursday, October 24, 2024 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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