Youthdale Treatment Centres (Youthdale) is a non-profit charitable organization located in Toronto that has been providing compassionate, professional, and collaborative care to children, youth, emerging adults, and families for over 50 years. Accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada, Youthdale serves approximately 3,500 clients each year through a comprehensive range of services, including crisis intervention, live-in treatment, secure treatment, day treatment, outpatient services, and community-based supports.
With a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, Youthdale delivers trauma-informed, evidence-based, and culturally responsive care aimed at helping young people achieve resilience, stability, and hope. As an organization dedicated to advancing mental health equity, Youthdale collaborates closely with hospitals, schools, community agencies, and government partners to ensure children, youth, and their families have access to the highest quality of care.
Youthdale is seeking a Vice President, Clinical and Service Excellence (Vice President) who plays a crucial role in shaping organizational strategy, strengthening partnerships within the system, advancing innovation, and ensuring Youthdale remains responsive to emerging trends and priorities in Ontario's child and youth mental health sector. Reporting to the President and CEO and serving on the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President provides strategic leadership for Youthdale's clinical programs, quality improvement initiatives, and service excellence framework. This role involves overseeing multidisciplinary clinical and operational teams across in-patient, live-in treatment, and community-based services, managing a broad portfolio with approximately 95 staff members.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Responsibilities
Ensures compliance with all applicable legislation, organizational policies, and occupational health and safety requirements while demonstrating leadership aligned with Youthdale’s purpose, guiding principles, and values.
Fosters positive, collaborative relationships with staff, clients, families, community, sector and system partners, and government representatives.
Performs other related responsibilities as assigned by the President & CEO.
Strategic and Clinical Leadership
Provides executive leadership and oversight for Youthdale’s clinical programs and service delivery model, advancing high-quality, evidence-informed, trauma-informed, and client-centred services aligned with organizational priorities, legislative requirements, and quality standards.
Collaborates with the Psychiatrist-in-Chief, Senior Leadership Team, and external partners to establish strategic clinical priorities, drive innovation, continuous improvement, system transformation, and strengthen service quality, accessibility, and outcomes.
Ensures effective oversight of all clinical programs, including the Secure Treatment Program, through comprehensive knowledge of applicable legislation, the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA), Ministry requirements, organizational policies, and Secure Treatment protocols related to admissions, transfers, discharge, and eligibility.
Leads proactive risk management and quality assurance initiatives while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, learning, and excellence that supports compliance, client safety, and best practices across all clinical programs, and particularly, out-of-home care models.
Quality, Risk and Compliance
Provides executive oversight for quality improvement, clinical risk management, client safety, and organizational compliance across clinical services, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation, Ministry requirements, Accreditation Canada standards, and professional practice expectations.
Leads the implementation of quality assurance, performance measurement, and continuous improvement frameworks to support safe, high-quality care, operational effectiveness, and evidence-informed practice.
Monitors organizational performance indicators and promotes the use of data, evaluation, and evidence-informed decision-making to drive service improvement, including regular reporting to and collaboration with the Board Quality Committee.
Legal, Licensing and Regulatory Oversight
Provides executive oversight for clinical adherence to licensing, Serious Occurrence Reporting and Residential Licensing (SOR-RL), and broader regulatory compliance activities, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation including the CYFSA and Ministry standards (Children, Community and Social Services; Health).
Leads the development, continuous review, and implementation of policies, procedures, and accountability frameworks to ensure regulatory readiness, compliance, and alignment with emerging sector trends and best practices.
Provides strategic leadership on regulatory requirements, clinical and operational risk, policy interpretation, investigations, and litigation preparedness in collaboration with internal leaders and external legal counsel.
Supports proactive risk mitigation and governance practices that promote safe, ethical, and compliant clinical services.
Inter-Professional Practice and Clinical Excellence
Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practice across clinical programs and services while advancing clinical excellence through standardized practices, outcome measurement, and continuous evaluation.
Supports a learning environment that fosters professional growth, mentorship, research, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Strengthens organizational capacity through staff development, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)
Champions the integration of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) principles across staffing, clinical services, program development, and organizational practices to support culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive care, while advancing equitable access, reducing barriers to care, and strengthening inclusive service delivery for children, youth, and families.
Provides strategic leadership and collaborates with organizational leaders to establish accountability measures, evaluate progress, and drive continuous improvement related to EDIB priorities and outcomes across the organization.
Sector and Systems Leadership
Represents Youthdale and builds/maintains strategic partnerships with government, sector partners, community agencies, academic institutions, and other external stakeholders to strengthen integrated service delivery and improve outcomes for children, youth, and families, while supporting advocacy and system-level initiatives that advance child and youth mental health services.
Prepares and presents reports, recommendations, and updates to the Board of Directors and relevant committees.
Participates in and contributes to internal and external committees, sector initiatives, and collaborative forums relevant to the portfolio.
Organizational Strategy and Operational Leadership
Contributes to the development and execution of Youthdale’s strategic and operational priorities in alignment with its mission, vision, and guiding principles, while providing executive oversight for clinical operations, quality improvement, risk management, and organizational compliance.
Ensures effective stewardship of clinical financial, human, and physical resources, including alignment with funding requirements, service targets, and organizational priorities.
Leads the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and accountability frameworks that support clinical excellence, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
Supports organizational change initiatives and fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and service excellence.
Leadership and Team Development
Collaborates with the Senior Leadership Team to support organizational alignment, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence, while fostering accountability, collaboration, professional growth, and high-performing teams through leadership and mentorship.
Supports leadership development and succession planning initiatives that strengthen organizational capacity and long-term sustainability.
Serves as a key organizational representative and spokesperson with sector partners, healthcare networks, academic institutions, government representatives, and community stakeholders, and contributes to sector advancement and system collaboration initiatives that support innovation and integrated child and youth mental health services.
Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative healthcare executive who combines clinical knowledge with strategic insight and operational expertise. They are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and youth and recognized as a values-driven leader capable of inspiring teams, building strong relationships, and managing complex situations with confidence and empathy. This individual possesses the credibility to engage effectively with clinicians and healthcare professionals while making significant contributions at both executive and system leadership levels.
Requirements
A master’s degree in business administration, health administration, public administration, social sciences or a related discipline is preferred; clinical credentials, including registration with a regulated health college are advantageous but not required.
A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience, including at least five (5) years in a senior management role, ideally in a community care or healthcare setting.
Experience within child and youth mental health, community mental health, healthcare, or related human services environments.
Strong knowledge of applicable Ontario legislation, regulatory frameworks, and accreditation standards.
Demonstrated experience leading strategic initiatives, quality improvement, organizational change, and interdisciplinary teams.
Proven ability to build partnerships and influence across multiple partners and systems.
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
Demonstrated commitment to trauma-informed, equity-informed, and culturally responsive practices and leadership.
Recognized as a values-based leader who demonstrates integrity, empathy, compassion and emotional intelligence, able to foster a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive environment.
How to Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this exciting opportunity, apply here. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Bola Moradeyo at bmoradeyo@kbrs.ca .
Diversity and Accessibility Statement
Youthdale is committed to being an organization where diversity and different perspectives are valued. It strives to be an organization that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the communities and organizations it serves and we encourage applications from candidates who identify as part of a traditionally marginalized community.
KBRS will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to our team.
Jul 06, 2026
Full time
Youthdale Treatment Centres (Youthdale) is a non-profit charitable organization located in Toronto that has been providing compassionate, professional, and collaborative care to children, youth, emerging adults, and families for over 50 years. Accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada, Youthdale serves approximately 3,500 clients each year through a comprehensive range of services, including crisis intervention, live-in treatment, secure treatment, day treatment, outpatient services, and community-based supports.
With a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, Youthdale delivers trauma-informed, evidence-based, and culturally responsive care aimed at helping young people achieve resilience, stability, and hope. As an organization dedicated to advancing mental health equity, Youthdale collaborates closely with hospitals, schools, community agencies, and government partners to ensure children, youth, and their families have access to the highest quality of care.
Youthdale is seeking a Vice President, Clinical and Service Excellence (Vice President) who plays a crucial role in shaping organizational strategy, strengthening partnerships within the system, advancing innovation, and ensuring Youthdale remains responsive to emerging trends and priorities in Ontario's child and youth mental health sector. Reporting to the President and CEO and serving on the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President provides strategic leadership for Youthdale's clinical programs, quality improvement initiatives, and service excellence framework. This role involves overseeing multidisciplinary clinical and operational teams across in-patient, live-in treatment, and community-based services, managing a broad portfolio with approximately 95 staff members.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Responsibilities
Ensures compliance with all applicable legislation, organizational policies, and occupational health and safety requirements while demonstrating leadership aligned with Youthdale’s purpose, guiding principles, and values.
Fosters positive, collaborative relationships with staff, clients, families, community, sector and system partners, and government representatives.
Performs other related responsibilities as assigned by the President & CEO.
Strategic and Clinical Leadership
Provides executive leadership and oversight for Youthdale’s clinical programs and service delivery model, advancing high-quality, evidence-informed, trauma-informed, and client-centred services aligned with organizational priorities, legislative requirements, and quality standards.
Collaborates with the Psychiatrist-in-Chief, Senior Leadership Team, and external partners to establish strategic clinical priorities, drive innovation, continuous improvement, system transformation, and strengthen service quality, accessibility, and outcomes.
Ensures effective oversight of all clinical programs, including the Secure Treatment Program, through comprehensive knowledge of applicable legislation, the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA), Ministry requirements, organizational policies, and Secure Treatment protocols related to admissions, transfers, discharge, and eligibility.
Leads proactive risk management and quality assurance initiatives while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, learning, and excellence that supports compliance, client safety, and best practices across all clinical programs, and particularly, out-of-home care models.
Quality, Risk and Compliance
Provides executive oversight for quality improvement, clinical risk management, client safety, and organizational compliance across clinical services, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation, Ministry requirements, Accreditation Canada standards, and professional practice expectations.
Leads the implementation of quality assurance, performance measurement, and continuous improvement frameworks to support safe, high-quality care, operational effectiveness, and evidence-informed practice.
Monitors organizational performance indicators and promotes the use of data, evaluation, and evidence-informed decision-making to drive service improvement, including regular reporting to and collaboration with the Board Quality Committee.
Legal, Licensing and Regulatory Oversight
Provides executive oversight for clinical adherence to licensing, Serious Occurrence Reporting and Residential Licensing (SOR-RL), and broader regulatory compliance activities, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation including the CYFSA and Ministry standards (Children, Community and Social Services; Health).
Leads the development, continuous review, and implementation of policies, procedures, and accountability frameworks to ensure regulatory readiness, compliance, and alignment with emerging sector trends and best practices.
Provides strategic leadership on regulatory requirements, clinical and operational risk, policy interpretation, investigations, and litigation preparedness in collaboration with internal leaders and external legal counsel.
Supports proactive risk mitigation and governance practices that promote safe, ethical, and compliant clinical services.
Inter-Professional Practice and Clinical Excellence
Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practice across clinical programs and services while advancing clinical excellence through standardized practices, outcome measurement, and continuous evaluation.
Supports a learning environment that fosters professional growth, mentorship, research, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Strengthens organizational capacity through staff development, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)
Champions the integration of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) principles across staffing, clinical services, program development, and organizational practices to support culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive care, while advancing equitable access, reducing barriers to care, and strengthening inclusive service delivery for children, youth, and families.
Provides strategic leadership and collaborates with organizational leaders to establish accountability measures, evaluate progress, and drive continuous improvement related to EDIB priorities and outcomes across the organization.
Sector and Systems Leadership
Represents Youthdale and builds/maintains strategic partnerships with government, sector partners, community agencies, academic institutions, and other external stakeholders to strengthen integrated service delivery and improve outcomes for children, youth, and families, while supporting advocacy and system-level initiatives that advance child and youth mental health services.
Prepares and presents reports, recommendations, and updates to the Board of Directors and relevant committees.
Participates in and contributes to internal and external committees, sector initiatives, and collaborative forums relevant to the portfolio.
Organizational Strategy and Operational Leadership
Contributes to the development and execution of Youthdale’s strategic and operational priorities in alignment with its mission, vision, and guiding principles, while providing executive oversight for clinical operations, quality improvement, risk management, and organizational compliance.
Ensures effective stewardship of clinical financial, human, and physical resources, including alignment with funding requirements, service targets, and organizational priorities.
Leads the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and accountability frameworks that support clinical excellence, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
Supports organizational change initiatives and fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, learning, and service excellence.
Leadership and Team Development
Collaborates with the Senior Leadership Team to support organizational alignment, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence, while fostering accountability, collaboration, professional growth, and high-performing teams through leadership and mentorship.
Supports leadership development and succession planning initiatives that strengthen organizational capacity and long-term sustainability.
Serves as a key organizational representative and spokesperson with sector partners, healthcare networks, academic institutions, government representatives, and community stakeholders, and contributes to sector advancement and system collaboration initiatives that support innovation and integrated child and youth mental health services.
Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative healthcare executive who combines clinical knowledge with strategic insight and operational expertise. They are dedicated to improving outcomes for children and youth and recognized as a values-driven leader capable of inspiring teams, building strong relationships, and managing complex situations with confidence and empathy. This individual possesses the credibility to engage effectively with clinicians and healthcare professionals while making significant contributions at both executive and system leadership levels.
Requirements
A master’s degree in business administration, health administration, public administration, social sciences or a related discipline is preferred; clinical credentials, including registration with a regulated health college are advantageous but not required.
A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience, including at least five (5) years in a senior management role, ideally in a community care or healthcare setting.
Experience within child and youth mental health, community mental health, healthcare, or related human services environments.
Strong knowledge of applicable Ontario legislation, regulatory frameworks, and accreditation standards.
Demonstrated experience leading strategic initiatives, quality improvement, organizational change, and interdisciplinary teams.
Proven ability to build partnerships and influence across multiple partners and systems.
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
Demonstrated commitment to trauma-informed, equity-informed, and culturally responsive practices and leadership.
Recognized as a values-based leader who demonstrates integrity, empathy, compassion and emotional intelligence, able to foster a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive environment.
How to Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this exciting opportunity, apply here. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Bola Moradeyo at bmoradeyo@kbrs.ca .
Diversity and Accessibility Statement
Youthdale is committed to being an organization where diversity and different perspectives are valued. It strives to be an organization that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the communities and organizations it serves and we encourage applications from candidates who identify as part of a traditionally marginalized community.
KBRS will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to our team.
Join Our Inspired Team! The Opportunity:
Following a vacancy created by a promotional opportunity, we need a Vice President Patient Services and CNE to join our dedicated and inspired team!
The Vice President Patient Services and CNE will develop and implement a clear vision through exemplary leadership in order to promote a collaborative and engaged culture providing an excellent patient experience.
You will Elevate Quality by promoting and supporting work through our Quality Improvement Plan with a specific focus on improving patient experience and wait times. You will also join us in the midst of preparation for Accreditation in Spring 2027 and your leadership and work will ensure that we are not only ready but excel during our onsite visit.
This role is supported by an Administrative Assistant and has two Patient Services Directors (one newly established and under recruitment) to support the important work of this role. Key deliverables in the upcoming year will include informing Hospital Development work as we move towards our Stage 2 Submission, introduction and development of a Professional Practice Model and continued strength and engagement with the Patient and Family Advisory Committee and Ontario Health Team.
Why Choose Us!
We invest in our Team. As the Vice President Patient Services & CNE you will earn an annual salary of $200,000 plus 8% pay at risk.
Beyond your annual wage you will also enjoy:
Access to funding to support education that you want to pursue
Join or continue in HOOPP, a defined benefit contribution pension plan
Time away from work matters. This position would earn six weeks of vacation plus one week in lieu to recognize administrator on call responsibilities
Your health and wellness are important. We offer a fulsome benefits package
We also provide reimbursement for your mandatory CNO license
As a leadership role you will have flexibility with your schedule, including the option for some remote work to support focused projects and tasks
As the successful applicant you will be responsible for:
Building a collaborative environment built on our value of support each other looking for opportunities for solutions and engagement across portfolios and teams
Drive leadership and progress based on enhancing patient experience and quality care while balancing financial responsibility and ensuring strong team CGMH engagement
Leading our preparation for Hospital Accreditation in Spring 2027
Acting as a key contributor on Hospital Development and advising on program flows, patient experience and design
Developing a Clinical Services Plan in partnership with Professional Staff leadership as we seek to create capacity both at our current site and in our future hospital
Maintaining and building upon the success of our current Patient and Family Advisory Committee including further engagement with the this committee and Patient and Family Advisors across the Hospital
Support and engagement for direct reports as well as all leaders within the organization supporting delivery on our annual operating plan and our leadership core responsibilities
You will also represent and support CGMH’s mission through the following initiatives:
Assume membership on CGMH’s Board of Directors
Co-Chair the Patient and Family Advisory Committee
Launch and Chair CGMH’s Ethics Committee
Represent CGMH from a Clinical perspective at the Regional CARE4 Committee focused on our shared electronic health record of Meditech
Represent CGMH at the Southern Georgian Bay Ontario Health Team
Represent CGMH and collaborate with our Medical Advisory Committee and Professional Staff Association
Represent CGMH at the Hospital Association Committee in partnership with ONA and leadership from People Services
What You’ll Bring
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Current registration and member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Minimum of 10 years of progressive senior healthcare leadership
Extensive clinical expertise with experiencing leading a variety of teams
Demonstrated success leading change initiatives across the Hospital as well as with community partners
Preferred
Masters’ degree in relevant field of study
Certified Health Executive (CHE) designation
Previous experience in a CNE role
Experience with Hospital Development or large scale capital projects preferred
Experience effectively interacting and supporting Board of Directors work
Values are at the Heart of Our Work
We are committed to our values:
Be Kind - fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and dignity in every interaction
Support Each Other - working together across all roles to uplift our team and our patients
Lead by Example - setting a standard of integrity, fairness, and professionalism
Keep Growing - embracing curiosity, innovation, and learning to adapt to future needs
Any successful candidate will need to live these values on a day to day basis. We have recently created a senior team leadership values charter that we will share in the recruitment process.
Join Tomorrow’s Team Today: Shape the Future of Care in South Georgian Bay at CGMH!
Today CGMH is an 84-bed acute care hospital serving 74,000+ residents and 3.5M annual visitors. With a team of 1,200+ dedicated professionals, we deliver high‑quality care across emergency, surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics, dialysis, diagnostics, mental health, and more.
Tomorrow’s Hospital is under Development and are working towards an opening day in 2033. Joining our team now means you have input on the Hospital’s design, workflows, and equipment. Learn more here .
Learn more about our Strategic Plan here .
Ready to Apply?
Apply online before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume in PDF or Word format. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We look forward to reviewing your application.
We are here to support you. If you have any questions or concerns during the recruitment process, including related to accessibility, please reach out to People Services
Jul 03, 2026
Full time
Join Our Inspired Team! The Opportunity:
Following a vacancy created by a promotional opportunity, we need a Vice President Patient Services and CNE to join our dedicated and inspired team!
The Vice President Patient Services and CNE will develop and implement a clear vision through exemplary leadership in order to promote a collaborative and engaged culture providing an excellent patient experience.
You will Elevate Quality by promoting and supporting work through our Quality Improvement Plan with a specific focus on improving patient experience and wait times. You will also join us in the midst of preparation for Accreditation in Spring 2027 and your leadership and work will ensure that we are not only ready but excel during our onsite visit.
This role is supported by an Administrative Assistant and has two Patient Services Directors (one newly established and under recruitment) to support the important work of this role. Key deliverables in the upcoming year will include informing Hospital Development work as we move towards our Stage 2 Submission, introduction and development of a Professional Practice Model and continued strength and engagement with the Patient and Family Advisory Committee and Ontario Health Team.
Why Choose Us!
We invest in our Team. As the Vice President Patient Services & CNE you will earn an annual salary of $200,000 plus 8% pay at risk.
Beyond your annual wage you will also enjoy:
Access to funding to support education that you want to pursue
Join or continue in HOOPP, a defined benefit contribution pension plan
Time away from work matters. This position would earn six weeks of vacation plus one week in lieu to recognize administrator on call responsibilities
Your health and wellness are important. We offer a fulsome benefits package
We also provide reimbursement for your mandatory CNO license
As a leadership role you will have flexibility with your schedule, including the option for some remote work to support focused projects and tasks
As the successful applicant you will be responsible for:
Building a collaborative environment built on our value of support each other looking for opportunities for solutions and engagement across portfolios and teams
Drive leadership and progress based on enhancing patient experience and quality care while balancing financial responsibility and ensuring strong team CGMH engagement
Leading our preparation for Hospital Accreditation in Spring 2027
Acting as a key contributor on Hospital Development and advising on program flows, patient experience and design
Developing a Clinical Services Plan in partnership with Professional Staff leadership as we seek to create capacity both at our current site and in our future hospital
Maintaining and building upon the success of our current Patient and Family Advisory Committee including further engagement with the this committee and Patient and Family Advisors across the Hospital
Support and engagement for direct reports as well as all leaders within the organization supporting delivery on our annual operating plan and our leadership core responsibilities
You will also represent and support CGMH’s mission through the following initiatives:
Assume membership on CGMH’s Board of Directors
Co-Chair the Patient and Family Advisory Committee
Launch and Chair CGMH’s Ethics Committee
Represent CGMH from a Clinical perspective at the Regional CARE4 Committee focused on our shared electronic health record of Meditech
Represent CGMH at the Southern Georgian Bay Ontario Health Team
Represent CGMH and collaborate with our Medical Advisory Committee and Professional Staff Association
Represent CGMH at the Hospital Association Committee in partnership with ONA and leadership from People Services
What You’ll Bring
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Current registration and member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Minimum of 10 years of progressive senior healthcare leadership
Extensive clinical expertise with experiencing leading a variety of teams
Demonstrated success leading change initiatives across the Hospital as well as with community partners
Preferred
Masters’ degree in relevant field of study
Certified Health Executive (CHE) designation
Previous experience in a CNE role
Experience with Hospital Development or large scale capital projects preferred
Experience effectively interacting and supporting Board of Directors work
Values are at the Heart of Our Work
We are committed to our values:
Be Kind - fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and dignity in every interaction
Support Each Other - working together across all roles to uplift our team and our patients
Lead by Example - setting a standard of integrity, fairness, and professionalism
Keep Growing - embracing curiosity, innovation, and learning to adapt to future needs
Any successful candidate will need to live these values on a day to day basis. We have recently created a senior team leadership values charter that we will share in the recruitment process.
Join Tomorrow’s Team Today: Shape the Future of Care in South Georgian Bay at CGMH!
Today CGMH is an 84-bed acute care hospital serving 74,000+ residents and 3.5M annual visitors. With a team of 1,200+ dedicated professionals, we deliver high‑quality care across emergency, surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics, dialysis, diagnostics, mental health, and more.
Tomorrow’s Hospital is under Development and are working towards an opening day in 2033. Joining our team now means you have input on the Hospital’s design, workflows, and equipment. Learn more here .
Learn more about our Strategic Plan here .
Ready to Apply?
Apply online before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume in PDF or Word format. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We look forward to reviewing your application.
We are here to support you. If you have any questions or concerns during the recruitment process, including related to accessibility, please reach out to People Services
Executive Director
The Belleville General Hospital Foundation (BGHF) is the fundraising partner for Quinte Health's Belleville General Hospital, inspiring community philanthropy to support exceptional healthcare close to home. For more than 47 years, the Foundation has helped fund leading-edge medical equipment, technology, facility improvements, and strategic capital projects that enhance healthcare across the Quinte region.
As healthcare needs continue to evolve, so too does the role of philanthropy. BGHF is entering an exciting period of opportunity, with ambitious plans to expand its impact, strengthen community engagement, and help support the next generation of healthcare investments across the region. With a dedicated team, an engaged Board, a strong donor community, and significant future fundraising opportunities on the horizon, the Foundation is well positioned to build upon its success and further elevate its contribution to local healthcare. The Foundation has an opportunity to further strengthen community awareness, deepen philanthropic engagement, and inspire support for healthcare priorities across the Quinte region.
The Position
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide strategic leadership for the Foundation and serve as its primary ambassador throughout the community. As a visible leader, relationship builder, and storyteller, the Executive Director will help elevate awareness of local healthcare needs, communicate the impact of philanthropy, and inspire meaningful community investment in healthcare across the region.
The Executive Director will work closely with donors, volunteers, community leaders, healthcare partners, and Board members to advance philanthropic support for healthcare priorities. Building upon a strong foundation of community generosity, the successful candidate will help strengthen major gift fundraising, planned giving, donor stewardship, and long-term philanthropic relationships, while ensuring the continued success of annual fundraising initiatives and signature events. Equally important, the Executive Director will help shape the Foundation's future direction, support organizational growth and effectiveness, and foster meaningful partnerships that advance healthcare across the region. The successful candidate will play a key role in positioning the Foundation for future campaign opportunities and helping to mobilize community support around transformative healthcare investments.
The Person
The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused leader who is energized by community engagement and inspired by the impact of philanthropy. They are a visible and credible community leader who enjoys building relationships, connecting people to a shared purpose, and serving as an ambassador for the Foundation and the healthcare needs of the region.
An engaging communicator and trusted ambassador, they are equally comfortable meeting with major donors, speaking at community events, collaborating with healthcare leaders, and working alongside volunteers and Board members. They possess the ability to tell compelling stories, build trust, inspire philanthropy, and strengthen the Foundation's profile and presence throughout the community. This opportunity will appeal to a leader who is passionate about community impact and motivated by the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare philanthropy across the Quinte region.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume quoting the position title to resumes@promeus.ca .
An Executive Brief is available upon request.
BGHF and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowersmemployment 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.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Executive Director
The Belleville General Hospital Foundation (BGHF) is the fundraising partner for Quinte Health's Belleville General Hospital, inspiring community philanthropy to support exceptional healthcare close to home. For more than 47 years, the Foundation has helped fund leading-edge medical equipment, technology, facility improvements, and strategic capital projects that enhance healthcare across the Quinte region.
As healthcare needs continue to evolve, so too does the role of philanthropy. BGHF is entering an exciting period of opportunity, with ambitious plans to expand its impact, strengthen community engagement, and help support the next generation of healthcare investments across the region. With a dedicated team, an engaged Board, a strong donor community, and significant future fundraising opportunities on the horizon, the Foundation is well positioned to build upon its success and further elevate its contribution to local healthcare. The Foundation has an opportunity to further strengthen community awareness, deepen philanthropic engagement, and inspire support for healthcare priorities across the Quinte region.
The Position
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will provide strategic leadership for the Foundation and serve as its primary ambassador throughout the community. As a visible leader, relationship builder, and storyteller, the Executive Director will help elevate awareness of local healthcare needs, communicate the impact of philanthropy, and inspire meaningful community investment in healthcare across the region.
The Executive Director will work closely with donors, volunteers, community leaders, healthcare partners, and Board members to advance philanthropic support for healthcare priorities. Building upon a strong foundation of community generosity, the successful candidate will help strengthen major gift fundraising, planned giving, donor stewardship, and long-term philanthropic relationships, while ensuring the continued success of annual fundraising initiatives and signature events. Equally important, the Executive Director will help shape the Foundation's future direction, support organizational growth and effectiveness, and foster meaningful partnerships that advance healthcare across the region. The successful candidate will play a key role in positioning the Foundation for future campaign opportunities and helping to mobilize community support around transformative healthcare investments.
The Person
The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused leader who is energized by community engagement and inspired by the impact of philanthropy. They are a visible and credible community leader who enjoys building relationships, connecting people to a shared purpose, and serving as an ambassador for the Foundation and the healthcare needs of the region.
An engaging communicator and trusted ambassador, they are equally comfortable meeting with major donors, speaking at community events, collaborating with healthcare leaders, and working alongside volunteers and Board members. They possess the ability to tell compelling stories, build trust, inspire philanthropy, and strengthen the Foundation's profile and presence throughout the community. This opportunity will appeal to a leader who is passionate about community impact and motivated by the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare philanthropy across the Quinte region.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume quoting the position title to resumes@promeus.ca .
An Executive Brief is available upon request.
BGHF and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowersmemployment 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.
About ONE HITS
ONE Health Information Technology Services (ONE HITS) is a not-for-profit shared service organization dedicated to delivering integrated, scalable IT solutions to healthcare partners across Northeastern and Northwestern Ontario. Our core services include:
Build and maintenance of the Hospital Information System (HIS) and supporting software
System infrastructure management
Level 2 helpdesk support
HIS and infrastructure upgrade services
Service level metrics and reporting
A range of optional, non-mandatory services /li>
Currently, ONE HITS supports a unified Electronic Health Information System (HIS) live in 23 hospitals across Northeastern Ontario, with 12 additional hospitals in Northwestern Ontario currently in the early stages of their transition to a shared system.
With the vison of connecting health, improving outcomes, ONE Health Information Technology Service (ONE HITS) empowers healthcare partners with integrated services that drive better outcomes, enhance collaboration and enables innovation.
Our core values, Accountable, Bold, Collaborative, Dynamic, and Resourceful, guide the way we work and lead. They shape our culture, influence our decisions, and reflect the standards we hold ourselves to every day.
ONE HITS offers a fully work from home experience, a modern corporate team dynamic, a comprehensive wage and benefits package and HOOPP Pension Plan to employees.
We are currently recruiting for a Chief Operating and Financial Officer and invite qualified leaders to consider this unique opportunity to join our executive team. A detailed job description follows.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating and Financial Officer (COFO) provides executive oversight for member-facing operational teams including Business Systems and Operational Support, as well as ONE HITS-specific corporate service functions including Finance and Accounting, Privacy and Risk.
The COFO is responsible for ensuring operational excellence sn strong financial governance. The role oversees both operational and corporate service functions and plays a key leadership role in aligning organizational strategy, service delivery, financial sustainability, and business growth initiatives.
As a senior member of the executive leadership team, the COFO collaborates closely with internal leaders, Member hospitals, vendors, and governing bodies to support organizational effectiveness, innovation, accountability, and sustainable growth.
The role is accountable for fostering a culture of operational excellence, strategic thinking, collaboration, accountability, and exceptional member service across the organization.
Roles and Responsibilities (Subject to Change)
Executive Leadership and Organizational Strategy
Provide executive leadership across operational and corporate service functions to support the organization’s strategic direction and operational priorities.
Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to develop and execute organizational strategies, operational plans, and corporate priorities.
Lead organizational planning activities related to operational performance, financial sustainability, service excellence, and organizational growth.
Support organizational transformation, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors on operational, financial, governance, and organizational matters.
Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, operational excellence, and member-focused service delivery.
Operational Leadership and Member Services
Provide executive oversight and leadership for member-facing operational teams, including:
Business Systems (applications, implementations, integrations, configuration, and build services for member hospitals)
Operational Support Services (development and delivery of reliable and high-quality services to members across all facets of the ONE HITS service catalog)
Ensure operational services are delivered effectively, consistently, and in alignment with organizational commitments, service standards, and member expectations.
Oversee operational planning, resource allocation, service delivery frameworks, and performance monitoring across operational teams.
Collaborate with member hospitals and partners to support operational priorities, project delivery, service enhancements, and organizational initiatives.
Lead operational escalation management and support resolution of significant service delivery or operational issues.
Support the successful implementation and operationalization of new technologies, services, and member initiatives.
Establish operational performance indicators, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to support accountability, transparency, and service excellence.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational effectiveness, member satisfaction, service consistency, and organizational efficiency.
Directly supervise the Manager of Operational Support, Manager of Business Systems, Manager of Business Applications Build, at additional portfolios as assigned.
Financial Leadership and Stewardship
Provide executive leadership and oversight for all organizational financial operations and accounting functions, including:
Finance and Accounting
Budgeting and Forecasting
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Financial Controls and Compliance
Audit Coordination
Financial Planning and Performance Management
Lead the development and coordination of annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with organizational leaders and the CEO.
Provide strategic financial analysis, forecasting, modelling, and business insights to support organizational planning and decision-making.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting for senior leadership, the Board of Directors, Member hospitals, and external stakeholders.
Monitor financial performance, identify risks and variances, and implement mitigation and corrective strategies as required.
Ensure strong internal financial controls and compliance with applicable accounting standards, funding agreements, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate annual external audit activities and maintain effective relationships with auditors, funding partners, and governing bodies.
Support long-term financial sustainability through effective financial stewardship and strategic resource planning.
Directly supervise the ONE HITS Financial Analyst
Risk Management and Compliance
Provide executive oversight for ONE HITS enterprise risk management.
Ensure organizational compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and internal policies.
Lead enterprise risk management activities, including identification, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting of operational, financial, privacy, cybersecurity, and organizational risks.
Support the development and maintenance of organizational governance frameworks, policies, and compliance programs.
Collaborate with internal leaders and external partners to support organizational preparedness, business continuity, and incident response activities.
Provide leadership related to organizational insurance, liability management, and risk mitigation strategies.
Support Board and Committee reporting related to privacy, risk, compliance, governance, and organizational accountability matters.
Partner Relations and Member Engagement
Develop and maintain strong relationships with Member hospitals, executive leaders, vendors, partners, and external partners.
Support member engagement initiatives and ensure organizational responsiveness to member needs and operational priorities.
Represent the organization at meetings, committees, partnerships, and sector initiatives as required.
Attend and present operational, financial, risk, privacy, and organizational performance reports to the Board of Directors and Committees as requested.
Collaborate with healthcare partners to support strategic alignment, shared initiatives, and service excellence.
Education, Certifications and Licensing
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Health Administration, or a related field required.
Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Health Administration, Finance, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
Additional certifications or education in leadership, healthcare administration, operational management, privacy, risk management, or project management are considered assets.
Experience
Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in finance, operations, healthcare administration, corporate services, or related executive leadership roles.
Demonstrated executive leadership experience overseeing operational services, financial functions, and organizational performance within a complex environment.
Experience leading member-facing operational teams and service delivery functions is strongly preferred.
Experience working within healthcare, digital health, health information systems, shared services, or public sector organizations is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, business case development, operational leadership, budgeting, and financial management.
Experience leading enterprise risk management, privacy, governance, or compliance functions is considered an asset.
Experience supporting Boards of Directors and multi-stakeholder governance environments is strongly preferred.
Experience working in multi-site, multi-partner, or shared services environments is considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Executive Leadership and Strategic Thinking
Demonstrated ability to provide executive leadership in complex operational and financial environments.
Strong strategic thinking, business planning, and organizational leadership capabilities.
Ability to balance operational execution with long-term organizational planning and sustainability.
Strong business development, partnership development, and organizational growth capabilities.
Ability to identify opportunities and translate strategic priorities into operationally successful initiatives.
Operational and Service Delivery Excellence
Strong understanding of operational management, service delivery models, organizational performance, and shared services environments.
Ability to oversee complex operational teams supporting member organizations and healthcare environments.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Financial Expertise and Governance
Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, accounting standards, financial controls, and organizational governance.
Ability to interpret complex financial and operational information and provide strategic recommendations.
Strong understanding of enterprise risk management, accountability frameworks, compliance, and organizational stewardship.
Knowledge of healthcare funding models, public sector reporting requirements, and shared services governance structures is considered an asset.
Communication and Relationship Management
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with executive leaders, Boards, member hospitals, staff, and external partners.
Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and partner management capabilities.
Ability to present complex operational and financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Leadership and Organizational Culture
Strong people leadership and team development skills.
Ability to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and service excellence.
Demonstrated commitment to integrity, professionalism, and ethical leadership.
Ability to lead organizational change and support growth and transformation initiatives.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
About ONE HITS
ONE Health Information Technology Services (ONE HITS) is a not-for-profit shared service organization dedicated to delivering integrated, scalable IT solutions to healthcare partners across Northeastern and Northwestern Ontario. Our core services include:
Build and maintenance of the Hospital Information System (HIS) and supporting software
System infrastructure management
Level 2 helpdesk support
HIS and infrastructure upgrade services
Service level metrics and reporting
A range of optional, non-mandatory services /li>
Currently, ONE HITS supports a unified Electronic Health Information System (HIS) live in 23 hospitals across Northeastern Ontario, with 12 additional hospitals in Northwestern Ontario currently in the early stages of their transition to a shared system.
With the vison of connecting health, improving outcomes, ONE Health Information Technology Service (ONE HITS) empowers healthcare partners with integrated services that drive better outcomes, enhance collaboration and enables innovation.
Our core values, Accountable, Bold, Collaborative, Dynamic, and Resourceful, guide the way we work and lead. They shape our culture, influence our decisions, and reflect the standards we hold ourselves to every day.
ONE HITS offers a fully work from home experience, a modern corporate team dynamic, a comprehensive wage and benefits package and HOOPP Pension Plan to employees.
We are currently recruiting for a Chief Operating and Financial Officer and invite qualified leaders to consider this unique opportunity to join our executive team. A detailed job description follows.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating and Financial Officer (COFO) provides executive oversight for member-facing operational teams including Business Systems and Operational Support, as well as ONE HITS-specific corporate service functions including Finance and Accounting, Privacy and Risk.
The COFO is responsible for ensuring operational excellence sn strong financial governance. The role oversees both operational and corporate service functions and plays a key leadership role in aligning organizational strategy, service delivery, financial sustainability, and business growth initiatives.
As a senior member of the executive leadership team, the COFO collaborates closely with internal leaders, Member hospitals, vendors, and governing bodies to support organizational effectiveness, innovation, accountability, and sustainable growth.
The role is accountable for fostering a culture of operational excellence, strategic thinking, collaboration, accountability, and exceptional member service across the organization.
Roles and Responsibilities (Subject to Change)
Executive Leadership and Organizational Strategy
Provide executive leadership across operational and corporate service functions to support the organization’s strategic direction and operational priorities.
Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to develop and execute organizational strategies, operational plans, and corporate priorities.
Lead organizational planning activities related to operational performance, financial sustainability, service excellence, and organizational growth.
Support organizational transformation, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors on operational, financial, governance, and organizational matters.
Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, operational excellence, and member-focused service delivery.
Operational Leadership and Member Services
Provide executive oversight and leadership for member-facing operational teams, including:
Business Systems (applications, implementations, integrations, configuration, and build services for member hospitals)
Operational Support Services (development and delivery of reliable and high-quality services to members across all facets of the ONE HITS service catalog)
Ensure operational services are delivered effectively, consistently, and in alignment with organizational commitments, service standards, and member expectations.
Oversee operational planning, resource allocation, service delivery frameworks, and performance monitoring across operational teams.
Collaborate with member hospitals and partners to support operational priorities, project delivery, service enhancements, and organizational initiatives.
Lead operational escalation management and support resolution of significant service delivery or operational issues.
Support the successful implementation and operationalization of new technologies, services, and member initiatives.
Establish operational performance indicators, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to support accountability, transparency, and service excellence.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational effectiveness, member satisfaction, service consistency, and organizational efficiency.
Directly supervise the Manager of Operational Support, Manager of Business Systems, Manager of Business Applications Build, at additional portfolios as assigned.
Financial Leadership and Stewardship
Provide executive leadership and oversight for all organizational financial operations and accounting functions, including:
Finance and Accounting
Budgeting and Forecasting
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Financial Controls and Compliance
Audit Coordination
Financial Planning and Performance Management
Lead the development and coordination of annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with organizational leaders and the CEO.
Provide strategic financial analysis, forecasting, modelling, and business insights to support organizational planning and decision-making.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting for senior leadership, the Board of Directors, Member hospitals, and external stakeholders.
Monitor financial performance, identify risks and variances, and implement mitigation and corrective strategies as required.
Ensure strong internal financial controls and compliance with applicable accounting standards, funding agreements, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate annual external audit activities and maintain effective relationships with auditors, funding partners, and governing bodies.
Support long-term financial sustainability through effective financial stewardship and strategic resource planning.
Directly supervise the ONE HITS Financial Analyst
Risk Management and Compliance
Provide executive oversight for ONE HITS enterprise risk management.
Ensure organizational compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and internal policies.
Lead enterprise risk management activities, including identification, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting of operational, financial, privacy, cybersecurity, and organizational risks.
Support the development and maintenance of organizational governance frameworks, policies, and compliance programs.
Collaborate with internal leaders and external partners to support organizational preparedness, business continuity, and incident response activities.
Provide leadership related to organizational insurance, liability management, and risk mitigation strategies.
Support Board and Committee reporting related to privacy, risk, compliance, governance, and organizational accountability matters.
Partner Relations and Member Engagement
Develop and maintain strong relationships with Member hospitals, executive leaders, vendors, partners, and external partners.
Support member engagement initiatives and ensure organizational responsiveness to member needs and operational priorities.
Represent the organization at meetings, committees, partnerships, and sector initiatives as required.
Attend and present operational, financial, risk, privacy, and organizational performance reports to the Board of Directors and Committees as requested.
Collaborate with healthcare partners to support strategic alignment, shared initiatives, and service excellence.
Education, Certifications and Licensing
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Health Administration, or a related field required.
Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Health Administration, Finance, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
Additional certifications or education in leadership, healthcare administration, operational management, privacy, risk management, or project management are considered assets.
Experience
Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in finance, operations, healthcare administration, corporate services, or related executive leadership roles.
Demonstrated executive leadership experience overseeing operational services, financial functions, and organizational performance within a complex environment.
Experience leading member-facing operational teams and service delivery functions is strongly preferred.
Experience working within healthcare, digital health, health information systems, shared services, or public sector organizations is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, business case development, operational leadership, budgeting, and financial management.
Experience leading enterprise risk management, privacy, governance, or compliance functions is considered an asset.
Experience supporting Boards of Directors and multi-stakeholder governance environments is strongly preferred.
Experience working in multi-site, multi-partner, or shared services environments is considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Executive Leadership and Strategic Thinking
Demonstrated ability to provide executive leadership in complex operational and financial environments.
Strong strategic thinking, business planning, and organizational leadership capabilities.
Ability to balance operational execution with long-term organizational planning and sustainability.
Strong business development, partnership development, and organizational growth capabilities.
Ability to identify opportunities and translate strategic priorities into operationally successful initiatives.
Operational and Service Delivery Excellence
Strong understanding of operational management, service delivery models, organizational performance, and shared services environments.
Ability to oversee complex operational teams supporting member organizations and healthcare environments.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Financial Expertise and Governance
Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, accounting standards, financial controls, and organizational governance.
Ability to interpret complex financial and operational information and provide strategic recommendations.
Strong understanding of enterprise risk management, accountability frameworks, compliance, and organizational stewardship.
Knowledge of healthcare funding models, public sector reporting requirements, and shared services governance structures is considered an asset.
Communication and Relationship Management
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with executive leaders, Boards, member hospitals, staff, and external partners.
Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and partner management capabilities.
Ability to present complex operational and financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Leadership and Organizational Culture
Strong people leadership and team development skills.
Ability to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and service excellence.
Demonstrated commitment to integrity, professionalism, and ethical leadership.
Ability to lead organizational change and support growth and transformation initiatives.
Organization: Brightshores Health System
Position Title: Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services
Reports to: Vice President, Clinical Programs, Quality, CNE
Location: Owen Sound
Annual Salary: $144,073 - $170,759
THE OPPORTUNITY
Brightshores Health System is a dynamic, multi-site healthcare organization at the heart of Grey and Bruce counties, serving a diverse rural population of approximately 175,000 residents, as well as seasonal visitors and tourists. Operating six hospitals across one of Ontario’s largest geographic regions, Brightshores delivers a full continuum of care from emergency services at every site to advanced specialty programs in areas such as cancer, stroke, kidney disease, and mental health and addictions. With more than 2,100 staff, 250 physicians, and 1,000 volunteers, the organization is deeply committed to building healthier communities through compassionate, high-quality care and strong partnerships.
Brightshores is actively advancing a more connected and integrated system of care, one that improves access, enhances patient and family experiences, and delivers better outcomes across a large and complex rural landscape. With innovative initiatives such as its provincially recognized Wellness & Recovery Centre and a growing focus on research and system integration, Brightshores offers leaders the opportunity to shape the future of rural healthcare while making a meaningful impact close to home.
The Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a comprehensive, multi-site program across Brightshores Health System, including 45 inpatient hospital beds and the 45-bed Wellness and Recovery Centre, as well as a full continuum of outpatient services. Accountable for program development, clinical quality, and service delivery, the Director ensures integrated, accessible, and responsive care for a growing and aging rural population within a complex environment of multiple sites and funding models.
Working in close partnership with administrative and physician leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners, the Director advances high-quality, evidence-informed, person-centred care. The role plays a critical part in system transformation—strengthening partnerships, improving access and patient flow, and aligning services with provincial, regional, and local priorities.
As a key leader in advancing Brightshores’ strategic plan, the Director fosters a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. An exceptional relationship builder, the ideal candidate brings strategic insight, resilience, and the ability to lead through change, while mentoring high-performing teams and ensuring an outstanding patient and family experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Provide strategic leadership for the evolution of Mental Health & Addictions services, ensuring timely, appropriate care delivered in the most suitable setting across a fully integrated continuum.
Align programs with Brightshores’ strategic priorities, advancing access, integration, sustainability, and innovation including models that reduce hospital utilization and strengthen community-based care.
Lead program planning and transformation in response to community needs and provincial/regional priorities within a dynamic rural health environment.
Clinical Quality & Patient Experience
Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centred care responsive to diverse populations.
Drive clinical excellence through accountability for outcomes, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.
Champion a culture of belonging, equity, inclusion, and culturally safe care that enhances patient and family experience.
Operational & Financial Management
Oversee a complex, multi-site portfolio, ensuring effective day-to-day operations and performance across diverse funding models.
Lead budget planning, resource allocation, and operational execution to achieve access, flow, and efficiency targets.
Leverage data, analytics, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and deliver measurable improvements.
People Leadership & Culture
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering leadership capacity, engagement, and accountability.
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe workplace aligned with organizational values.
Strengthen performance through clear expectations, coaching, and recognition.
Partnerships, System Integration & Regional Leadership
Cultivate strong partnerships with leadership, physicians, community agencies, Ontario Health, and regional stakeholders to enable seamless care pathways.
Represent Brightshores in regional planning and contribute to system design, integration, and innovation in mental health services.
Advance Brightshores’ role as a leader in rural mental health and addictions care.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Demonstrated success in progressively senior clinical leadership roles in Mental Health and Addictions (minimum 5 years), including leading complex, multi-site or rural programs and interdisciplinary teams delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into measurable outcomes, leading system transformation, quality improvement, and operational excellence across diverse portfolios, including fiscal and resource management.
Strong expertise in evidence-based mental health and addictions practices, with a track record of advancing clinical standards, patient safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience working within and contributing to regional health system planning and integration, including collaboration with Ontario Health and community partners.
Highly developed analytical and data literacy skills, using performance metrics to inform decision-making, drive accountability, and improve access, flow, and outcomes.
Recognized for fostering a culture of belonging, accountability, ownership, inclusion, and continuous improvement, with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and culturally safe, person-centred care.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, resolve conflict, and lead teams and stakeholders effectively through change.
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Participate in Administrator on-call rotation
Master’s degree in a health, business, or related discipline.
Current registration in good standing with a regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professions Act.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you are interested in being considered for this exceptional opportunity, please contact:
Jane van Alphen, Partner jane.vanalphen@lhhnknightsbridge.com 416.648.0669
Erica Tsui, Consultant erica.tsui@lhhknightsbridge.com 416.928.4554
This Director role is a current existing vacancy. LHH Knightsbridge does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position.
About LHH Knightsbridge – www.lhhknightsbridge.com
LHH helps organizations simplify the complexity associated with transforming their leadership and workforce so they can accelerate results, with less risk.
As global leaders in Talent and Leadership Development, Career Solutions and Executive, Interim and Mid-Level Search, we assist organizations in finding new talent, and helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers, and transition into new jobs. We have the local expertise, global infrastructure, and industry leading technology and analytics required to simplify the complexity associated with executing critical talent and workforce initiatives, reducing brand and operational risk. Teams across Canada and around the world leverage our proven programs and global experience to deliver tailored solutions to clients that align talent with the needs of their business.
Established in 1967, we have been providing outplacement services for 52 years. LHH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adecco, SA, a publicly held Fortune Global 500 firm and the world’s leading provider of HR solutions, with approximately 32,000 FTE employees and 5,100 branches in over 66 countries and territories around the world. LHH has more than 4,000 employees around the globe including 2,200+ certified Career Coaches.
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
Organization: Brightshores Health System
Position Title: Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services
Reports to: Vice President, Clinical Programs, Quality, CNE
Location: Owen Sound
Annual Salary: $144,073 - $170,759
THE OPPORTUNITY
Brightshores Health System is a dynamic, multi-site healthcare organization at the heart of Grey and Bruce counties, serving a diverse rural population of approximately 175,000 residents, as well as seasonal visitors and tourists. Operating six hospitals across one of Ontario’s largest geographic regions, Brightshores delivers a full continuum of care from emergency services at every site to advanced specialty programs in areas such as cancer, stroke, kidney disease, and mental health and addictions. With more than 2,100 staff, 250 physicians, and 1,000 volunteers, the organization is deeply committed to building healthier communities through compassionate, high-quality care and strong partnerships.
Brightshores is actively advancing a more connected and integrated system of care, one that improves access, enhances patient and family experiences, and delivers better outcomes across a large and complex rural landscape. With innovative initiatives such as its provincially recognized Wellness & Recovery Centre and a growing focus on research and system integration, Brightshores offers leaders the opportunity to shape the future of rural healthcare while making a meaningful impact close to home.
The Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a comprehensive, multi-site program across Brightshores Health System, including 45 inpatient hospital beds and the 45-bed Wellness and Recovery Centre, as well as a full continuum of outpatient services. Accountable for program development, clinical quality, and service delivery, the Director ensures integrated, accessible, and responsive care for a growing and aging rural population within a complex environment of multiple sites and funding models.
Working in close partnership with administrative and physician leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners, the Director advances high-quality, evidence-informed, person-centred care. The role plays a critical part in system transformation—strengthening partnerships, improving access and patient flow, and aligning services with provincial, regional, and local priorities.
As a key leader in advancing Brightshores’ strategic plan, the Director fosters a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. An exceptional relationship builder, the ideal candidate brings strategic insight, resilience, and the ability to lead through change, while mentoring high-performing teams and ensuring an outstanding patient and family experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
Provide strategic leadership for the evolution of Mental Health & Addictions services, ensuring timely, appropriate care delivered in the most suitable setting across a fully integrated continuum.
Align programs with Brightshores’ strategic priorities, advancing access, integration, sustainability, and innovation including models that reduce hospital utilization and strengthen community-based care.
Lead program planning and transformation in response to community needs and provincial/regional priorities within a dynamic rural health environment.
Clinical Quality & Patient Experience
Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centred care responsive to diverse populations.
Drive clinical excellence through accountability for outcomes, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.
Champion a culture of belonging, equity, inclusion, and culturally safe care that enhances patient and family experience.
Operational & Financial Management
Oversee a complex, multi-site portfolio, ensuring effective day-to-day operations and performance across diverse funding models.
Lead budget planning, resource allocation, and operational execution to achieve access, flow, and efficiency targets.
Leverage data, analytics, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and deliver measurable improvements.
People Leadership & Culture
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering leadership capacity, engagement, and accountability.
Promote an inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe workplace aligned with organizational values.
Strengthen performance through clear expectations, coaching, and recognition.
Partnerships, System Integration & Regional Leadership
Cultivate strong partnerships with leadership, physicians, community agencies, Ontario Health, and regional stakeholders to enable seamless care pathways.
Represent Brightshores in regional planning and contribute to system design, integration, and innovation in mental health services.
Advance Brightshores’ role as a leader in rural mental health and addictions care.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Demonstrated success in progressively senior clinical leadership roles in Mental Health and Addictions (minimum 5 years), including leading complex, multi-site or rural programs and interdisciplinary teams delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into measurable outcomes, leading system transformation, quality improvement, and operational excellence across diverse portfolios, including fiscal and resource management.
Strong expertise in evidence-based mental health and addictions practices, with a track record of advancing clinical standards, patient safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience working within and contributing to regional health system planning and integration, including collaboration with Ontario Health and community partners.
Highly developed analytical and data literacy skills, using performance metrics to inform decision-making, drive accountability, and improve access, flow, and outcomes.
Recognized for fostering a culture of belonging, accountability, ownership, inclusion, and continuous improvement, with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and culturally safe, person-centred care.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, resolve conflict, and lead teams and stakeholders effectively through change.
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Participate in Administrator on-call rotation
Master’s degree in a health, business, or related discipline.
Current registration in good standing with a regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professions Act.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you are interested in being considered for this exceptional opportunity, please contact:
Jane van Alphen, Partner jane.vanalphen@lhhnknightsbridge.com 416.648.0669
Erica Tsui, Consultant erica.tsui@lhhknightsbridge.com 416.928.4554
This Director role is a current existing vacancy. LHH Knightsbridge does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position.
About LHH Knightsbridge – www.lhhknightsbridge.com
LHH helps organizations simplify the complexity associated with transforming their leadership and workforce so they can accelerate results, with less risk.
As global leaders in Talent and Leadership Development, Career Solutions and Executive, Interim and Mid-Level Search, we assist organizations in finding new talent, and helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers, and transition into new jobs. We have the local expertise, global infrastructure, and industry leading technology and analytics required to simplify the complexity associated with executing critical talent and workforce initiatives, reducing brand and operational risk. Teams across Canada and around the world leverage our proven programs and global experience to deliver tailored solutions to clients that align talent with the needs of their business.
Established in 1967, we have been providing outplacement services for 52 years. LHH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adecco, SA, a publicly held Fortune Global 500 firm and the world’s leading provider of HR solutions, with approximately 32,000 FTE employees and 5,100 branches in over 66 countries and territories around the world. LHH has more than 4,000 employees around the globe including 2,200+ certified Career Coaches.
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site healthcare organization serving the broader Muskoka region through hospital sites in Huntsville and Bracebridge. Providing a broad range of acute care, emergency, surgical, diagnostic, and community-based services, MAHC is committed to delivering high-quality, people-centred care close to home. Through a focus on clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration, MAHC continues to strengthen healthcare services and respond to the evolving needs of the communities it serves.
MAHC maintains strong affiliations with academic partners, including NOSM University, and supports medical education and research activities that contribute to the advancement of healthcare across the region.
MAHC is seeking an accomplished and collaborative physician leader to serve as Chief of Staff. As the senior physician leader of the organization, the Chief of Staff is appointed by and accountable to the Board of Directors and serves as Chair of the Medical Advisory Committee. Working in close partnership with the President & Chief Executive Officer, the Chief of Staff provides strategic clinical leadership and serves as a key link between the Board, medical staff, and senior leadership team.
The Chief of Staff plays a critical role in advancing quality of care, patient safety, physician engagement, and clinical excellence across the organization. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Chief of Staff serves as a trusted advisor to the Board and senior leadership on matters related to clinical quality, professional practice, resource utilization, and the delivery of care. The Chief of Staff will play an important leadership role in supporting MAHC's transformational capital redevelopment project and broader organizational change agenda, helping to engage physicians in planning discussions, advance innovative models of care, foster alignment across sites and clinical programs, and ensure clinical priorities inform the future design and delivery of services across the organization.
The Chief of Staff fosters strong relationships with physicians, hospital leaders, and community partners while supporting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role provides leadership and oversight for medical staff credentialing, appointments and reappointments, performance management, professional development, and physician engagement. Working closely with Chiefs of Department and organizational leaders, the Chief of Staff helps ensure the effective organization of clinical services and supports quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
In partnership with the President & CEO, the Chief of Staff contributes to strategic planning, clinical resource planning, and the evaluation and advancement of programs and services. The successful candidate will bring a system perspective and a commitment to ensuring that clinical priorities are aligned with organizational goals and the current and future healthcare needs of the communities served by MAHC.
The ideal candidate is a respected physician leader with demonstrated experience in medical administration, physician engagement, quality and patient safety, and health system leadership. Experience leading change within complex healthcare environments and supporting organizational transformation will be highly valued. They possess exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, sound judgment, and the ability to influence, build consensus, and lead through complexity. A collaborative leadership style, strategic mindset, and commitment to clinical excellence will be essential to success in this role.
The successful candidate will possess a strong foundation in physician leadership and medical administration. Formal leadership education, physician leadership development programs, or equivalent leadership training would be considered a significant asset, as would previous experience serving as a Department Chief, Medical Director, Chief of Staff, or in other physician leadership capacities. Experience supporting medical education, research activities, or academic partnerships would also be considered an asset.
This is an exceptional opportunity to provide clinical leadership within a progressive healthcare organization and contribute to the future of healthcare delivery across the Muskoka region.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/chief-of-staff-muskoka-algonquin-healthcare . For additional information, contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site healthcare organization serving the broader Muskoka region through hospital sites in Huntsville and Bracebridge. Providing a broad range of acute care, emergency, surgical, diagnostic, and community-based services, MAHC is committed to delivering high-quality, people-centred care close to home. Through a focus on clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration, MAHC continues to strengthen healthcare services and respond to the evolving needs of the communities it serves.
MAHC maintains strong affiliations with academic partners, including NOSM University, and supports medical education and research activities that contribute to the advancement of healthcare across the region.
MAHC is seeking an accomplished and collaborative physician leader to serve as Chief of Staff. As the senior physician leader of the organization, the Chief of Staff is appointed by and accountable to the Board of Directors and serves as Chair of the Medical Advisory Committee. Working in close partnership with the President & Chief Executive Officer, the Chief of Staff provides strategic clinical leadership and serves as a key link between the Board, medical staff, and senior leadership team.
The Chief of Staff plays a critical role in advancing quality of care, patient safety, physician engagement, and clinical excellence across the organization. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Chief of Staff serves as a trusted advisor to the Board and senior leadership on matters related to clinical quality, professional practice, resource utilization, and the delivery of care. The Chief of Staff will play an important leadership role in supporting MAHC's transformational capital redevelopment project and broader organizational change agenda, helping to engage physicians in planning discussions, advance innovative models of care, foster alignment across sites and clinical programs, and ensure clinical priorities inform the future design and delivery of services across the organization.
The Chief of Staff fosters strong relationships with physicians, hospital leaders, and community partners while supporting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role provides leadership and oversight for medical staff credentialing, appointments and reappointments, performance management, professional development, and physician engagement. Working closely with Chiefs of Department and organizational leaders, the Chief of Staff helps ensure the effective organization of clinical services and supports quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
In partnership with the President & CEO, the Chief of Staff contributes to strategic planning, clinical resource planning, and the evaluation and advancement of programs and services. The successful candidate will bring a system perspective and a commitment to ensuring that clinical priorities are aligned with organizational goals and the current and future healthcare needs of the communities served by MAHC.
The ideal candidate is a respected physician leader with demonstrated experience in medical administration, physician engagement, quality and patient safety, and health system leadership. Experience leading change within complex healthcare environments and supporting organizational transformation will be highly valued. They possess exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, sound judgment, and the ability to influence, build consensus, and lead through complexity. A collaborative leadership style, strategic mindset, and commitment to clinical excellence will be essential to success in this role.
The successful candidate will possess a strong foundation in physician leadership and medical administration. Formal leadership education, physician leadership development programs, or equivalent leadership training would be considered a significant asset, as would previous experience serving as a Department Chief, Medical Director, Chief of Staff, or in other physician leadership capacities. Experience supporting medical education, research activities, or academic partnerships would also be considered an asset.
This is an exceptional opportunity to provide clinical leadership within a progressive healthcare organization and contribute to the future of healthcare delivery across the Muskoka region.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/chief-of-staff-muskoka-algonquin-healthcare . For additional information, contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Population Health Research Institute (PHRI)
The Population Health Research Institute (PHRI) is a world leading academic research institute dedicated to advancing global health through innovative, large scale clinical trials and population health studies. A joint enterprise of Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) and McMaster University, PHRI occupies a unique position at the intersection of academic excellence and health system impact.
PHRI is internationally recognized for landmark research that has transformed clinical practice, health policy, and population health outcomes globally. Its work spans the full continuum of health and disease from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and health systems improvement, supported by deep expertise in study design, trial coordination, data science, and knowledge translation. PHRI’s collaborative, mission driven environment brings together world class scientists, clinicians, trainees, and operational experts committed to scientific rigor, innovation, and impact.
The Opportunity
PHRI is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Executive Director, responsible for the Institute’s overall scientific, strategic, and operational leadership. The Executive Director serves Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University through the leadership of the Population Health Research Institute. While administratively reporting through Hamilton Health Sciences, the role works in partnership with leaders from both organizations through a joint governance structure and is accountable for advancing shared institutional and research priorities.
The Executive Director will provide leadership across all aspects of the Institute’s research and operations, including strategic planning, research excellence, operational performance, fiscal stewardship, partnerships, talent development, and external engagement. As Chair of the Institute’s Executive Council, the successful candidate will work closely with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community partners to advance PHRI’s mission and impact. The Executive Director will shape PHRI’s long term vision, strengthen its international reputation, and ensure its continued excellence and sustainability.
The role will champion research excellence across the clinical research continuum, foster a highly collaborative and inclusive research culture, and strengthen partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally. The Executive Director will also play a key role in advancing research integration within care delivery, supporting knowledge translation, attracting top scientific talent, securing research funding, and building strong collaborations across hospital, university, and industry sectors.
In partnership with Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University leadership, the Executive Director will help shape the Institute’s future infrastructure, staffing, and growth strategy while supporting meaningful engagement of patients, families, and communities in research priorities and processes.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will bring the stature, vision, and leadership capability to advance one of the world’s leading population health research institutes. They will possess a doctoral degree (PhD and/or MD) and an outstanding record of research excellence, impact, and academic leadership, along with significant senior leadership experience within complex academic health sciences, research institutes, or large scale clinical research environments.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of leading strategic research initiatives, attracting and developing top scientific talent, and fostering high performing, collaborative, and inclusive research cultures. They will bring deep knowledge of the population health research ecosystem across provincial, national, and international contexts, as well as the ability to translate research into meaningful impact across clinical care, health systems, and health policy.
An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, the Executive Director will have credibility with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community stakeholders, and will demonstrate a collaborative, values driven leadership style aligned with PHRI’s mission, joint governance structure, and global reach.
The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment at McMaster University at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. This is a five year renewable term position based in Hamilton, Ontario.
How to Apply
To express interest in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to: to https://miramsbecker.com/opportunities/executive-director-population-health-research-institute/ .
In your submission please include the following:
1. A cover letter expressing your interest in the role and highlighting your relevant leadership experience. Your cover letter should include:
A statement on incorporating EDI principles into their leadership
a summary of your research contributions relevant to the Institute’s scope and aspirations
2. A full academic curriculum vitae .
Applications are encouraged by July 10th, though the search will continue until the position is successfully filled.
For additional information, please contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Population Health Research Institute, McMaster University, Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation and Mirams Becker Inc . are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Population Health Research Institute (PHRI)
The Population Health Research Institute (PHRI) is a world leading academic research institute dedicated to advancing global health through innovative, large scale clinical trials and population health studies. A joint enterprise of Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) and McMaster University, PHRI occupies a unique position at the intersection of academic excellence and health system impact.
PHRI is internationally recognized for landmark research that has transformed clinical practice, health policy, and population health outcomes globally. Its work spans the full continuum of health and disease from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and health systems improvement, supported by deep expertise in study design, trial coordination, data science, and knowledge translation. PHRI’s collaborative, mission driven environment brings together world class scientists, clinicians, trainees, and operational experts committed to scientific rigor, innovation, and impact.
The Opportunity
PHRI is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Executive Director, responsible for the Institute’s overall scientific, strategic, and operational leadership. The Executive Director serves Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University through the leadership of the Population Health Research Institute. While administratively reporting through Hamilton Health Sciences, the role works in partnership with leaders from both organizations through a joint governance structure and is accountable for advancing shared institutional and research priorities.
The Executive Director will provide leadership across all aspects of the Institute’s research and operations, including strategic planning, research excellence, operational performance, fiscal stewardship, partnerships, talent development, and external engagement. As Chair of the Institute’s Executive Council, the successful candidate will work closely with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community partners to advance PHRI’s mission and impact. The Executive Director will shape PHRI’s long term vision, strengthen its international reputation, and ensure its continued excellence and sustainability.
The role will champion research excellence across the clinical research continuum, foster a highly collaborative and inclusive research culture, and strengthen partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally. The Executive Director will also play a key role in advancing research integration within care delivery, supporting knowledge translation, attracting top scientific talent, securing research funding, and building strong collaborations across hospital, university, and industry sectors.
In partnership with Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University leadership, the Executive Director will help shape the Institute’s future infrastructure, staffing, and growth strategy while supporting meaningful engagement of patients, families, and communities in research priorities and processes.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will bring the stature, vision, and leadership capability to advance one of the world’s leading population health research institutes. They will possess a doctoral degree (PhD and/or MD) and an outstanding record of research excellence, impact, and academic leadership, along with significant senior leadership experience within complex academic health sciences, research institutes, or large scale clinical research environments.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of leading strategic research initiatives, attracting and developing top scientific talent, and fostering high performing, collaborative, and inclusive research cultures. They will bring deep knowledge of the population health research ecosystem across provincial, national, and international contexts, as well as the ability to translate research into meaningful impact across clinical care, health systems, and health policy.
An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, the Executive Director will have credibility with academic, clinical, government, industry, philanthropic, and community stakeholders, and will demonstrate a collaborative, values driven leadership style aligned with PHRI’s mission, joint governance structure, and global reach.
The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment at McMaster University at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. This is a five year renewable term position based in Hamilton, Ontario.
How to Apply
To express interest in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to: to https://miramsbecker.com/opportunities/executive-director-population-health-research-institute/ .
In your submission please include the following:
1. A cover letter expressing your interest in the role and highlighting your relevant leadership experience. Your cover letter should include:
A statement on incorporating EDI principles into their leadership
a summary of your research contributions relevant to the Institute’s scope and aspirations
2. A full academic curriculum vitae .
Applications are encouraged by July 10th, though the search will continue until the position is successfully filled.
For additional information, please contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Population Health Research Institute, McMaster University, Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation and Mirams Becker Inc . are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
On behalf of LifeLabs, NAFOR is proud to be leading this search. Help lead the teams that create new healthcare services, improve digital experiences, and help millions of Canadians access the care they need. Overview: You will help decide what new healthcare services LifeLabs should offer and how patients, doctors, and healthcare partners use them. You will lead teams that turn new ideas into real programs, improve websites and digital tools, and help LifeLabs grow across Canada. It is a chance to make healthcare easier, better, and more accessible for millions of people. View additional details at www.nafor.com/lifelabs Purpose: The Vice President, Product, Platforms and Program Management sets the enterprise direction for LifeLabs' diagnostic product portfolio, digital platform ecosystem, and program development model. This senior executive translates diagnostic innovation and market opportunities into scalable offerings, differentiated customer experiences, and sustainable growth across government and commercial markets. The role leads a multi-disciplinary function responsible for product management, diagnostic program development, solutions incubation, and digital experience, ensuring seamless progression from concept to launch and transition into operational ownership.
Core Accountabilities:
Enterprise Strategy and Portfolio Leadership
Define the strategic direction for the diagnostic test portfolio and related service offerings to support growth, scalability, and agility.
Establish portfolio strategies, value propositions, and pricing or packaging frameworks aligned to customer segments.
Own long-range planning and prioritization across products, programs, and platforms.
Oversee the transition of Advanced Diagnostics into a scalable generalist product management structure.
Program and Solution Growth Leadership
Define the enterprise approach for designing, launching, and scaling large-scale diagnostic programs for government and commercial markets.
Ensure repeatable frameworks, governance, and leadership discipline for moving validated opportunities into scalable programs.
Oversee incubation of new diagnostic solutions aligned to strategic priorities and market needs.
Drive commercialization readiness and ensure smooth transition of mature programs into Operations.
Digital Platform and Customer Experience Leadership
Set the strategic roadmap for digital sales and service platforms (patient portals, e-commerce, B2B ordering, LifeLabs.com).
Lead modernization of the digital ecosystem to improve customer experience and support future growth.
Sponsor enterprise customer journey and UX strategy across patients, clients, and partners.
Provide executive oversight for Salesforce strategy and governance.
Ensure digital platforms meet contractual, regulatory, and government requirements.
Operating Model, Governance, and Performance
Establish operating models, governance structures, and decision-making frameworks for products, programs, platforms, and incubation.
Define accountability, success measures, and performance expectations for functional leaders.
Oversee portfolio performance management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
Ensure effective integration and handoff between innovation, product, program, digital, and Operations teams.
Create organizational clarity around what is owned centrally within the function versus by partner functions.
People Leadership and Capability Building
Build and lead a high-performing leadership team across product, program, platform, customer experience, and incubation functions.
Develop and implement a plan to build engagement across the team.
Develop organizational capability in generalist product management, portfolio management, and digital experience leadership.
Foster a culture of customer-centered innovation, disciplined execution, and enterprise collaboration.
Mentor directors and senior leaders, ensuring succession strength and role clarity.
Lead organizational design to support future business needs and growth priorities.
Executive and External Partnership
Serve as the senior point of alignment across Laboratory, Operations, Commercial, Technology, Finance, Legal, and Compliance.
Build strong relationships with government, finance, laboratory, and strategic partners.
Represent the function in executive discussions on portfolio direction, platform evolution, and customer experience priorities.
Influence enterprise decisions through structured recommendations on priorities, sequencing, and capability requirements.
Requirements:
A university degree in business, a technical discipline, or a related field
10 or more years of experience in product development or related fields
At least 5 years of leadership experience managing and building high-performing teams and cross-functional clients
Executive leadership experience in product management, platform leadership, program development, innovation, or related business leadership roles.
Proven success leading multi-functional teams and enterprise portfolios in complex, regulated, or operationally sophisticated environments.
Demonstrated experience setting strategy and leading organizations through growth, transformation, or capability build-out.
Experience leading digital platform strategy, customer experience transformation, and cross-functional operating models.
Demonstrated ability to build scalable organizational capability and lead through senior leaders.
Strong track record of influencing across matrixed environments and aligning diverse stakeholders around common priorities.
Experience effectively influencing and managing teams across multi-disciplinary functions, suppliers, and other stakeholders to deliver on objectives with a strong customer focus.
Strong business judgment, strategic thinking, and executive communication skills.
Strong analytical, strategic, and coordinating skills.
Sound knowledge and understanding of business and technology.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate and present effectively to various audiences.
Great people skills paired with a high level of assertiveness.
Preferred Experience and Assets
Experience in healthcare, diagnostics, laboratory services, medtech, or similarly regulated sectors is strongly preferred.
Experience developing clinical products and services is a significant asset.
Experience supporting a digital-oriented customer experience is a significant asset.
Experience working with external partners, government stakeholders, or contract-driven environments is an asset.
About LifeLabs: LifeLabs is Canada's leading provider of laboratory diagnostic services, helping patients and healthcare providers diagnose, treat, monitor, and prevent disease. Each year we perform over 112 million laboratory tests and support 20 million customer visits annually through leading-edge technologies and our 6,500 talented and dedicated employees. As Canada's largest community lab, our services range from standard lab testing, to genetic and naturopathic testing, to developing new technologies. We also manage laboratory testing for hospitals and long-term care facilities, partner with employers, insurers and government agencies to offer health services, and support healthcare research across Canada. Innovation is central to who we are. We operate Canada's first commercial genetics lab and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 5 million Canadians receiving their results online. At every step of the testing process, from collection to reporting, we are committed to providing caring, efficient, reliable, and high-quality service to support Canadians in living healthier lives. Reports to: Chief Market and Partnerships Officer
Location: This is a hybrid role based in Toronto (Etobicoke), Ontario, Canada.
Salary Range: $200,000 - $240,000 The hiring range has been established, however, the final salary recommendation will be determined based off the level of experience, education requirement, external market conditions and internal equity. In this position, you will be eligible for LifeLabs annual bonus estimated at approximately 25%.
Employee Benefits: In this position, you will be eligible to participate LifeLabs’ group benefits plan which is available to LifeLabs employees in accordance with the terms and conditions of those plans. In addition, LifeLabs offers professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs - WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc. - and Optional Health-related Benefits.
Retirement Savings Plan: The LifeLabs plans provide members with an easy way to save for retirement. By participating in the plan, you receive contributions made to your account on your behalf from LifeLabs.
Vacation Entitlement: In this position, you will be entitled to vacation. We promote a healthy work-life balance and expect your full vacation to be taken each year.
Employee Wellness: LifeLabs offers an award-winning Wellness Program focused on supporting your total health and well-being under our physical, emotional, and financial wellness pillars. We have been recognized in the industry for our focus on mental health supports. Employee Giving program: Designed to support any employee who donates, fundraises or volunteers for a Canadian Registered Charity or Non-Profit Organization. DEI, Accommodations and Vaccines:
We are committed to the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program and have taken steps to strengthen our commitment to our team members and customers, to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves. At LifeLabs, we know that we are Stronger Together and that we will benefit from the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member offers. At LifeLabs, we strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where our team members and the communities we serve feel accepted, valued, and respected.
In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy , the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter at jrichmond@nafor.com or email careers@lifelabs.com .
Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be fully vaccinated with the current Government approved COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Artificial intelligence is NOT being used to screen, assess, or evaluate candidates. - This role is currently vacant and available. Make a difference - join the LifeLabs team today!
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
On behalf of LifeLabs, NAFOR is proud to be leading this search. Help lead the teams that create new healthcare services, improve digital experiences, and help millions of Canadians access the care they need. Overview: You will help decide what new healthcare services LifeLabs should offer and how patients, doctors, and healthcare partners use them. You will lead teams that turn new ideas into real programs, improve websites and digital tools, and help LifeLabs grow across Canada. It is a chance to make healthcare easier, better, and more accessible for millions of people. View additional details at www.nafor.com/lifelabs Purpose: The Vice President, Product, Platforms and Program Management sets the enterprise direction for LifeLabs' diagnostic product portfolio, digital platform ecosystem, and program development model. This senior executive translates diagnostic innovation and market opportunities into scalable offerings, differentiated customer experiences, and sustainable growth across government and commercial markets. The role leads a multi-disciplinary function responsible for product management, diagnostic program development, solutions incubation, and digital experience, ensuring seamless progression from concept to launch and transition into operational ownership.
Core Accountabilities:
Enterprise Strategy and Portfolio Leadership
Define the strategic direction for the diagnostic test portfolio and related service offerings to support growth, scalability, and agility.
Establish portfolio strategies, value propositions, and pricing or packaging frameworks aligned to customer segments.
Own long-range planning and prioritization across products, programs, and platforms.
Oversee the transition of Advanced Diagnostics into a scalable generalist product management structure.
Program and Solution Growth Leadership
Define the enterprise approach for designing, launching, and scaling large-scale diagnostic programs for government and commercial markets.
Ensure repeatable frameworks, governance, and leadership discipline for moving validated opportunities into scalable programs.
Oversee incubation of new diagnostic solutions aligned to strategic priorities and market needs.
Drive commercialization readiness and ensure smooth transition of mature programs into Operations.
Digital Platform and Customer Experience Leadership
Set the strategic roadmap for digital sales and service platforms (patient portals, e-commerce, B2B ordering, LifeLabs.com).
Lead modernization of the digital ecosystem to improve customer experience and support future growth.
Sponsor enterprise customer journey and UX strategy across patients, clients, and partners.
Provide executive oversight for Salesforce strategy and governance.
Ensure digital platforms meet contractual, regulatory, and government requirements.
Operating Model, Governance, and Performance
Establish operating models, governance structures, and decision-making frameworks for products, programs, platforms, and incubation.
Define accountability, success measures, and performance expectations for functional leaders.
Oversee portfolio performance management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
Ensure effective integration and handoff between innovation, product, program, digital, and Operations teams.
Create organizational clarity around what is owned centrally within the function versus by partner functions.
People Leadership and Capability Building
Build and lead a high-performing leadership team across product, program, platform, customer experience, and incubation functions.
Develop and implement a plan to build engagement across the team.
Develop organizational capability in generalist product management, portfolio management, and digital experience leadership.
Foster a culture of customer-centered innovation, disciplined execution, and enterprise collaboration.
Mentor directors and senior leaders, ensuring succession strength and role clarity.
Lead organizational design to support future business needs and growth priorities.
Executive and External Partnership
Serve as the senior point of alignment across Laboratory, Operations, Commercial, Technology, Finance, Legal, and Compliance.
Build strong relationships with government, finance, laboratory, and strategic partners.
Represent the function in executive discussions on portfolio direction, platform evolution, and customer experience priorities.
Influence enterprise decisions through structured recommendations on priorities, sequencing, and capability requirements.
Requirements:
A university degree in business, a technical discipline, or a related field
10 or more years of experience in product development or related fields
At least 5 years of leadership experience managing and building high-performing teams and cross-functional clients
Executive leadership experience in product management, platform leadership, program development, innovation, or related business leadership roles.
Proven success leading multi-functional teams and enterprise portfolios in complex, regulated, or operationally sophisticated environments.
Demonstrated experience setting strategy and leading organizations through growth, transformation, or capability build-out.
Experience leading digital platform strategy, customer experience transformation, and cross-functional operating models.
Demonstrated ability to build scalable organizational capability and lead through senior leaders.
Strong track record of influencing across matrixed environments and aligning diverse stakeholders around common priorities.
Experience effectively influencing and managing teams across multi-disciplinary functions, suppliers, and other stakeholders to deliver on objectives with a strong customer focus.
Strong business judgment, strategic thinking, and executive communication skills.
Strong analytical, strategic, and coordinating skills.
Sound knowledge and understanding of business and technology.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate and present effectively to various audiences.
Great people skills paired with a high level of assertiveness.
Preferred Experience and Assets
Experience in healthcare, diagnostics, laboratory services, medtech, or similarly regulated sectors is strongly preferred.
Experience developing clinical products and services is a significant asset.
Experience supporting a digital-oriented customer experience is a significant asset.
Experience working with external partners, government stakeholders, or contract-driven environments is an asset.
About LifeLabs: LifeLabs is Canada's leading provider of laboratory diagnostic services, helping patients and healthcare providers diagnose, treat, monitor, and prevent disease. Each year we perform over 112 million laboratory tests and support 20 million customer visits annually through leading-edge technologies and our 6,500 talented and dedicated employees. As Canada's largest community lab, our services range from standard lab testing, to genetic and naturopathic testing, to developing new technologies. We also manage laboratory testing for hospitals and long-term care facilities, partner with employers, insurers and government agencies to offer health services, and support healthcare research across Canada. Innovation is central to who we are. We operate Canada's first commercial genetics lab and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 5 million Canadians receiving their results online. At every step of the testing process, from collection to reporting, we are committed to providing caring, efficient, reliable, and high-quality service to support Canadians in living healthier lives. Reports to: Chief Market and Partnerships Officer
Location: This is a hybrid role based in Toronto (Etobicoke), Ontario, Canada.
Salary Range: $200,000 - $240,000 The hiring range has been established, however, the final salary recommendation will be determined based off the level of experience, education requirement, external market conditions and internal equity. In this position, you will be eligible for LifeLabs annual bonus estimated at approximately 25%.
Employee Benefits: In this position, you will be eligible to participate LifeLabs’ group benefits plan which is available to LifeLabs employees in accordance with the terms and conditions of those plans. In addition, LifeLabs offers professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs - WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc. - and Optional Health-related Benefits.
Retirement Savings Plan: The LifeLabs plans provide members with an easy way to save for retirement. By participating in the plan, you receive contributions made to your account on your behalf from LifeLabs.
Vacation Entitlement: In this position, you will be entitled to vacation. We promote a healthy work-life balance and expect your full vacation to be taken each year.
Employee Wellness: LifeLabs offers an award-winning Wellness Program focused on supporting your total health and well-being under our physical, emotional, and financial wellness pillars. We have been recognized in the industry for our focus on mental health supports. Employee Giving program: Designed to support any employee who donates, fundraises or volunteers for a Canadian Registered Charity or Non-Profit Organization. DEI, Accommodations and Vaccines:
We are committed to the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program and have taken steps to strengthen our commitment to our team members and customers, to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves. At LifeLabs, we know that we are Stronger Together and that we will benefit from the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member offers. At LifeLabs, we strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where our team members and the communities we serve feel accepted, valued, and respected.
In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy , the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter at jrichmond@nafor.com or email careers@lifelabs.com .
Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be fully vaccinated with the current Government approved COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Artificial intelligence is NOT being used to screen, assess, or evaluate candidates. - This role is currently vacant and available. Make a difference - join the LifeLabs team today!
Director, Cancer Research and Clinical Trials
Please apply via https://www.hhscareers.ca and search for Requisition # 125611
HHS Requisition #125611
Location: Juravinski Cancer Centre
Status: Regular Full-Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Salary: $83.37 - $106.88 Hourly
Unit Summary
The Cancer Research and Clinical Trials Program at Hamilton Health Sciences is based at the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre (JHCC), one of Canada’s leading academic cancer centres and the regional cancer program for a population of more than 3 million people across Central West Ontario.
The JHCC includes the Juravinski Cancer Centre (JCC), which is an academic cancer center seeing more than 7500 new cancer patients each year. The JCC provides consultation and specialized assessment, treatment, follow-up and urgent care for patients with cancer and their families. Services include comprehensive programs in systemic and radiation therapy, surgical oncology, malignant hematology and supportive care.
Research is a fundamental part of what we do at Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS). HHS has a decades-long track record of making discoveries that change how healthcare is delivered around the world. Our culture of exploration and innovation has attracted top research talent from across Canada and beyond, and we’re consistently ranked among the country’s Top 40 Research Hospitals.
The Clinical Trials enterprise at the JCC is an internationally recognized oncology research program. Research areas are inclusive of all phases of therapeutic, supportive care, and non-therapeutic studies. Clinical trials personnel are integral members of the multi-disciplinary team, facilitating patient recruitment and participation in clinical research. Clinical and translational research is integral to JCC’s mission of advancing leading edge cancer treatments.
Position Summary
The Director of Cancer Research and Clinical Trials provides senior strategic and executive leadership for the cancer clinical research enterprise at Hamilton Health Sciences and the Juravinski Cancer Centre. Reporting to the Vice President of Oncology, and the Executive Director, Research Strategy & Operations, the Director is accountable for the overall vision, growth, quality, and sustainability of the evolving Cancer Research and Clinical Trials portfolio.
The Director, in partnership with the Medical Director for Cancer Clinical Research in a dyad model, sets the enterprise-level strategy for cancer research and clinical trials, ensuring alignment with oncology clinical priorities, institutional research strategy, academic partnerships, and provincial and national cancer research objectives. The role provides leadership and direction to the Clinical Trials Department through its management team, ensuring that operational infrastructure, workforce models, and funding strategies enable the successful delivery of a large, complex portfolio of academic and industry sponsored studies across all disease sites and relevant clinical programs, including Cancer Genetics, diagnostics, systemic therapy, radiation therapy, surgical oncology, supportive care, and regional partner programs.
As a senior leader within an academic health sciences centre, the Director integrates clinical research into care delivery, builds and sustains strong internal partnerships with Medical Directors, investigators, and research operations, and advances external partnerships with industry sponsors, cooperative groups, and academic collaborators. The Director ensures that cancer clinical trials enhance patient access to innovation, meet the highest standards of safety and quality, and positions HHS as a leading and trusted site for high-impact cancer research, clinical trials, and research-enabled care nationally and internationally.
The Director will build the infrastructure, partnerships, culture, and operational discipline required to make research participation a routine and equitable part of cancer care, so that every patient has the opportunity to participate in research where appropriate.
Schedule Work Hours
Monday to Friday; days. Participation in leadership on-call and operational escalation processes as required.
Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred in health sciences, sciences, business, health administration or a related discipline relevant to oncology research.
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in cancer clinical research, clinical trials, research operations, or a closely related academic health sciences discipline
Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience overseeing teams, programs, or portfolios in a complex, regulated research environment
Demonstrated expertise in leading or overseeing operations across the full clinical trials lifecycle, including feasibility, activation, conduct, monitoring, close out, and reporting
Strong working knowledge of clinical research regulations and standards, including Health Canada, REB requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and sponsor compliance
Proven ability to provide strategic and operational leadership in a matrixed, highly regulated and unionized healthcare environment
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with medical leaders (e.g. medical director of research institute), principal investigators, and research operations teams
Strong relationship building, communication, and influence skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders and multidisciplinary internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centered, equity‑informed research, quality, and safety
Experience contributing to research governance structures and institutional decision making forums
Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-level change across a matrixed academic health sciences centre.
Experience integrating research activity into clinical care pathways, disease-site programs, and multidisciplinary clinical operations.
Working knowledge of research finance, contracts, cost recovery, sponsor negotiations, collective agreements, and sustainability planning.
Demonstrated understanding of precision oncology, Cancer Genetics, molecular diagnostics, or related research-enabled models of care.
Proficiency in both Official Languages would be an asset.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer.
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Director, Cancer Research and Clinical Trials
Please apply via https://www.hhscareers.ca and search for Requisition # 125611
HHS Requisition #125611
Location: Juravinski Cancer Centre
Status: Regular Full-Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Salary: $83.37 - $106.88 Hourly
Unit Summary
The Cancer Research and Clinical Trials Program at Hamilton Health Sciences is based at the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre (JHCC), one of Canada’s leading academic cancer centres and the regional cancer program for a population of more than 3 million people across Central West Ontario.
The JHCC includes the Juravinski Cancer Centre (JCC), which is an academic cancer center seeing more than 7500 new cancer patients each year. The JCC provides consultation and specialized assessment, treatment, follow-up and urgent care for patients with cancer and their families. Services include comprehensive programs in systemic and radiation therapy, surgical oncology, malignant hematology and supportive care.
Research is a fundamental part of what we do at Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS). HHS has a decades-long track record of making discoveries that change how healthcare is delivered around the world. Our culture of exploration and innovation has attracted top research talent from across Canada and beyond, and we’re consistently ranked among the country’s Top 40 Research Hospitals.
The Clinical Trials enterprise at the JCC is an internationally recognized oncology research program. Research areas are inclusive of all phases of therapeutic, supportive care, and non-therapeutic studies. Clinical trials personnel are integral members of the multi-disciplinary team, facilitating patient recruitment and participation in clinical research. Clinical and translational research is integral to JCC’s mission of advancing leading edge cancer treatments.
Position Summary
The Director of Cancer Research and Clinical Trials provides senior strategic and executive leadership for the cancer clinical research enterprise at Hamilton Health Sciences and the Juravinski Cancer Centre. Reporting to the Vice President of Oncology, and the Executive Director, Research Strategy & Operations, the Director is accountable for the overall vision, growth, quality, and sustainability of the evolving Cancer Research and Clinical Trials portfolio.
The Director, in partnership with the Medical Director for Cancer Clinical Research in a dyad model, sets the enterprise-level strategy for cancer research and clinical trials, ensuring alignment with oncology clinical priorities, institutional research strategy, academic partnerships, and provincial and national cancer research objectives. The role provides leadership and direction to the Clinical Trials Department through its management team, ensuring that operational infrastructure, workforce models, and funding strategies enable the successful delivery of a large, complex portfolio of academic and industry sponsored studies across all disease sites and relevant clinical programs, including Cancer Genetics, diagnostics, systemic therapy, radiation therapy, surgical oncology, supportive care, and regional partner programs.
As a senior leader within an academic health sciences centre, the Director integrates clinical research into care delivery, builds and sustains strong internal partnerships with Medical Directors, investigators, and research operations, and advances external partnerships with industry sponsors, cooperative groups, and academic collaborators. The Director ensures that cancer clinical trials enhance patient access to innovation, meet the highest standards of safety and quality, and positions HHS as a leading and trusted site for high-impact cancer research, clinical trials, and research-enabled care nationally and internationally.
The Director will build the infrastructure, partnerships, culture, and operational discipline required to make research participation a routine and equitable part of cancer care, so that every patient has the opportunity to participate in research where appropriate.
Schedule Work Hours
Monday to Friday; days. Participation in leadership on-call and operational escalation processes as required.
Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred in health sciences, sciences, business, health administration or a related discipline relevant to oncology research.
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in cancer clinical research, clinical trials, research operations, or a closely related academic health sciences discipline
Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience overseeing teams, programs, or portfolios in a complex, regulated research environment
Demonstrated expertise in leading or overseeing operations across the full clinical trials lifecycle, including feasibility, activation, conduct, monitoring, close out, and reporting
Strong working knowledge of clinical research regulations and standards, including Health Canada, REB requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and sponsor compliance
Proven ability to provide strategic and operational leadership in a matrixed, highly regulated and unionized healthcare environment
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with medical leaders (e.g. medical director of research institute), principal investigators, and research operations teams
Strong relationship building, communication, and influence skills, with the ability to engage senior leaders and multidisciplinary internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centered, equity‑informed research, quality, and safety
Experience contributing to research governance structures and institutional decision making forums
Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-level change across a matrixed academic health sciences centre.
Experience integrating research activity into clinical care pathways, disease-site programs, and multidisciplinary clinical operations.
Working knowledge of research finance, contracts, cost recovery, sponsor negotiations, collective agreements, and sustainability planning.
Demonstrated understanding of precision oncology, Cancer Genetics, molecular diagnostics, or related research-enabled models of care.
Proficiency in both Official Languages would be an asset.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer.
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca
