Portfolio Leader

Job Responsibility: :

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Director or designate, the Portfolio Leader supports strategic program planning, and priority initiatives within the portfolio in alignment with the Island Health Strategic Plan. The Leader will provide leadership and coordination of the quality assurance and improvement activities within the portfolio. The Leader works with portfolio team members and stakeholders to achieve initiative goals and deliverables through facilitation, tracking, reporting, effective communication skills and implementation of workplans. The Leader is responsible for developing and maintaining strong working relationships with key partners, stakeholders, local agencies and groups in the community to advance the mandates of public health and Island Health.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in health-related field, public administration or leadership, and a minimum of five (5) years' experience working within a large complex organization, or equivalent level of experience and training.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to engage and motivate others as well as support the development of effective teams.
• Knowledge of quality improvement processes and tools.
• Ability to foster collaboration and effective working relationships that contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
• Demonstrated ability to manage challenging and competing demands within a limited timeframe.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and project management.
• Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Ability to synthesize and interpret complex concepts and data.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills coupled with the ability to write or edit high quality business documents.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Strong planning, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead in the areas of program and community development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to adapt.
• Strong organization and administrative skills.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the role.