Dec 10, 2024
Full time
Grand River Hospital (GRH) and St. Mary’s General Hospital (SMGH) have formed an extraordinary, highly integrated, and progressive partnership. Together, these two Hospitals have established several joint leadership and medical staff roles across the continuum of corporate and clinical services and are actively engaged in the regionally shared health information system, as well as the KW4 Ontario Health Team.
The Position The partnership between GRH and SMGH marks a strategic collaboration aimed at the creation of a regional healthcare system, designed to meet the evolving needs of the Waterloo region. As the organizations continue to work closely together, three new Director roles have been created in the People(s), Culture, and Experience portfolio. Reporting to the Joint Vice President, People(s), Culture, and Experience, the new Directors will play an influential role in shaping and implementing a comprehensive shared People Strategy that supports the organizations in delivering high-quality and safe care. The focus will include strategies around future workforce planning, learning and education, workplace wellness, DEI, and alignment of HR practice and policy planning, amongst others.
The new Directors must be highly successful HR change agents with demonstrated and progressive track records in leading integration, ideally in multi-union environments, with a focus on influencing and supporting executive teams, building alliances, and evolving organizational cultures. Each of these Directors will play a pivotal part in ensuring the integration of HR functions and fostering an organizational culture that supports innovation, inclusivity, and strategic growth across both GRH and SMGH. The Directors must embody the core values of GRH and SMGH, acting as catalysts for change, and playing a critical role in guiding the organizations through this period of significant transformation.
The 3 Director roles are listed below:
Integrated Director, People Experience, Talent and Organizational Development
Integrated Director, People Strategy and Transformation
Integrated Director, People Operational Services
Key Leadership Priorities for the new Directors will be:
Strategic HR Leadership : In collaboration with the Joint Vice President, People(s), Culture and Experience, shape and execute a People strategy that fosters a culture of innovation and service excellence.
System and Process Enhancement : Provide expert guidance and leadership on people-related matters, focusing on the enhancement and integration of HR systems, processes, and policies to improve efficiency and clarity across the organizations.
Metric-Driven People Leadership : Develop and implement robust HR strategies and business metrics that bolster organizational goals around engagement, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring business objectives are effectively translated into clear, actionable HR tactics.
Organizational Development and Employee Engagement : Lead key initiatives that empower and engage employees, positioning GRH and SMGH as employers of choice by leveraging improved recognition mechanisms and fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Team Leadership and Development : Provide leadership to a newly forming team, promoting collaborative engagement, leadership development, and mentorship to support the broader strategic goals of the organization.
Transformation and Modernization : Drive the transformation and modernization of People practices, integrating advanced technology, digital innovation, and forward-thinking strategies to foster strong partnerships.
Experience The ideal candidates for these Director roles will possess leadership experience within health care or similarly complex sectors/environments, demonstrating a robust capacity to engage, inspire, and mentor diverse teams within a dynamic, integrated environment. As proactive and results-oriented leaders, the Directors will play a pivotal role in fostering a collaborative culture and refining business processes to achieve strategic objectives. Recognized for their credibility in HR practices and relationship-building, these leaders will have a proven track record of driving significant organizational change, challenging the status quo, and cultivating a compelling vision for integrated People practice. They will be adept at enabling high performance across the organization, measuring impactful outcomes, and rallying the collective efforts of teams to meet the evolving needs of a joint venture focused on excellence and innovation in healthcare delivery.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title to resumes@promeus.ca . An Executive Brief is available upon request.
Grand River Hospital, St. Mary’s General Hospital, and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers employment equity and diversity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.
