Research Analyst

Like to think about the big picture and ask the question why? Want to wake up in the morning for something more than just the bottom line? Up for working on some of healthcare's most complex and challenging problems? Then consider this dynamic opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial team in the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care working on healthcare strategy through edigital health innovation.

eDigital Health refers to using information and information technology, such as hospital information systems and electronic medical records, to improve the healthcare system. Technology advances over the last decade open up the possibility of new ways to get healthcare, from emailing your doctor, to electronically viewing your own health record, to booking appointments online, to downloading an app to monitor your blood pressure and talk to a nurse.

The Ministry's eHealth Strategy and Investment Branch is designing new business and investment strategies to capitalize on these opportunities to transform our citizens' experience of healthcare. The Branch's role in the Ministry is to lead the development of edigital health strategy and policy for the province of Ontario across all sectors of healthcare and manage the Ministry's edigital health investment fund. The majority of the Branch's funding is, in turn, allocated to healthcare delivery organizations, such as crown agencies, hospitals, community organizations and others, to undertake implementation projects.

The Branch is looking for a highly motivated self-starters with exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills to contribute to the development of healthcare and edigital health strategy. This is a job you should consider if you like a challenge and you aren't fazed by the prospect of working on hard, messy problems with no easy answer. It's a unique opportunity to work on big societal problems and gain a unique perspective on driving large, complex systems to achieve transformational outcomes.

We are looking for creative individuals who are good at seeing patterns and connections across different domains of knowledge. You are a quick study and can readily synthesize complex information. To our organization, you bring diverse skills and strengths in multi-disciplinary thinking and seeing the big picture and how things fit in. You also have a strong curiosity about the world and keen insights into situations and the way things work.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will gain a macro understanding of healthcare and edigital health policy and planning at a system level and get exposure to senior decision-makers across the healthcare system. You will participate in the development of edigital health and healthcare innovation strategies and in the oversight of a portfolio of edigital health projects and initiatives. This role will involve researching and synthesizing information about complex edigital health program and policy design issues and developing reports, briefing notes, and presentations to support executive decision-making. You will also conduct research on national and international edigital health trends to stay apprised of emerging issues and opportunities that the Branch needs to be aware of. Additionally, you will provide input into reviews of edigital health business proposals from the healthcare system, analyze business and financial performance information, and review program evaluation plans to support investment decisions. As part of your role, you will have the opportunity to interact with internal and external stakeholders from across the healthcare system.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct research and analysis for policy and program initiatives
• Assist and support various organizational plans and projects
• Prepare reports and presentations for management
• Participate on various committees and projects

How do I qualify?

Research and Analytical Skills:

• You can provide research support to projects and branch initiatives
• You can gather and analyze information to support the development of recommendations and resolutions to issues
• You have the ability to acquire knowledge of the policy process

Communication and Computer Skills:

• You can clearly and concisely communicate information and recommendations
• You can prepare various documents such as presentations, reports, and summaries
• You can use computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, project scheduling and internet to research and prepare own materials

Interpersonal and Teamwork Skills:

• You can establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at varying levels
• You can participate and contribute to committees and projects

Project Management Skills:

• You can manage multiple, competing priorities and meet deadlines
• You show initiative, flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• You can work independently and as part of a team

Judgement:

• You can identify contentious issues and recommend solutions

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 Friday, April 7, 2017 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.