Senior Data and Analytics Advisor

Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $46.39/Hr. - CAD $66.68/Hr.
Job Summary

Come work as a Senior Data and Analytics Advisor with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Senior Business Advisor, Data & Analytics to join the Data & Solutions Infrastructure Team. Apply today to join our team!

As a Senior Data and Analytics Advisor, Data and Analytics with VCH, you will:

Identify, develop, implement and maintain innovative responses to the information needs of the organization as well as ensures the department’s technical infrastructure is developed and sustained.

Synthesize information and requests, from all levels of the organization, including operational and clinical management, to provide analysis and recommendations which have direct impact on decisions relating to the financial, human resources, and patient care services.

Preform other responsibilities including project management and support, training, managing confidential information, user needs assessment and liaising with end users of decision support technology.

Act as a resource to Data and Analytics Advisors and provides senior expertise with respect to quality measurement and evaluation, utilization management strategies and information management and analysis.

Liaise with staff and leadership in Finance, Quality Improvement, Change Initiatives, PHSA IMITS, Information Access and Privacy, Client Registration & Information Services, PHC Health Information Management (HIM) and People Teams.

This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems or equivalent, plus five (5) years’ recent, related experience including technical experience in working with databases and decision support tools, preferably in a health care setting, as well as experience in managing technical projects and directing technical staff, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced knowledge of decision support tools and databases.

General knowledge of current health care systems, issues and trends.

Effective project management skills to define deliverables and develop project plans.

Ability to analyze and problem-solve complex issues towards effective solutions.

Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, facilitate and support a respectful and motivating workplace where individual competencies can thrive.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization, including advanced report presentation and writing skills.

Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens.

Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups.

Effective facilitation and negotiation skills.

Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking and effective decision-making.

Ability to respond to changing priorities and unforeseen circumstances.

Ability to organize, prioritize and balance work.

Ability to operate related equipment, including current computer software applications.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.