Health Sciences North Foundation (HSNF)
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a Vice-President, Finance, Administration & Operations responsible for the financial stewardship, operational excellence, and administrative effectiveness of Health Sciences North Foundation (HSNF).
Reporting to the President & CEO, the Vice President, Finance, Administration & Operations will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Working collaboratively with the Foundation CEO, Board of Directors, Senior Leadership Team, Health Science North hospital leadership and Finance team as well as external collaborators, the Vice President serves as a strategic partner in advancing the Foundation’s mission by ensuring strong financial management, scalable operations, and the infrastructure required to support significant fundraising growth and campaign readiness.
The Vice-President oversees all financial functions including budgeting, forecasting, audit, and investment management, while also leading operational planning, performance measurement, and administrative systems. This executive plays a central role in Board and committee governance, human resources, and the systems evolution required to support a growing organization.
Most importantly, the Vice-President is the primary operational and financial interface with Health Sciences North (HSN), ensuring that all Foundation funding to the hospital is governed effectively, aligned with donor intent, and supported by clear agreements, reporting, and accountability.
This is a pivotal moment to join Health Sciences North Foundation. The Foundation has successfully completed a significant amalgamation, established an ambitious new strategic direction, achieved national accreditation through Imagine Canada and demonstrated considerable growth through the increasing sophistication of its fundraising programs. The next phase will be even more significant. HSNF is preparing for a transformational campaign, continued growth in annual fundraising and a substantially expanded role in supporting the future of healthcare, research and capital development in Northeastern Ontario. Achieving that ambition will require the Foundation itself to continue to evolve and build the capacity needed for the future.
The Vice-President, Finance, Administration & Operations will be a critical architect of that future.
For the right leader, this is an opportunity to combine financial and operational leadership with strategy, organizational development and purpose, helping create a stronger and more sophisticated Foundation capable of supporting one of the most important periods of healthcare transformation in Northern Ontario and advancing A Healthier North for generations to come.
The position is based at the HSN Foundation office in Sudbury, with flexibility for some remote work if necessary.
ABOUT HEALTH SCIENCES NORTH FOUNDATION
Health Sciences North Foundation (HSNF) is the charitable partner of Health Sciences North (HSN) and Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI), connecting the generosity and aspirations of donors with the most important healthcare and research priorities facing patients and families across Northeastern Ontario. HSN is Northeastern Ontario’s regional specialized referral and academic health sciences centre, providing advanced and specialized care across the region while serving as a research and teaching hospital dedicated to improving health outcomes and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Through philanthropy, HSNF supports advanced medical equipment and technology, capital development, patient care, innovation and life-saving research. Working in close partnership with HSN and HSNRI, the Foundation helps translate healthcare and research priorities into opportunities for donors, corporations and communities to make a meaningful and lasting impact across the North.
For the 2025-26 fiscal year, together with our many volunteers, we raised $17M with the support and generosity of our donors and partners.
The Foundation is itself in the midst of an important transformation. In October 2024, Health Sciences North Foundation, NEO Kids Foundation and the Northern Cancer Foundation amalgamated to create one unified HSN Foundation. The amalgamation brought together decades of philanthropic history, strong community relationships and specialized fundraising expertise under a single organization with a shared mandate to advance healthcare across Northeastern Ontario. The Foundation President & CEO currently leads a team of 30 professionals.
The new Foundation has already demonstrated significant growth and momentum. Greater sophistication within its fundraising programs, stronger major gift development, deeper donor engagement and a more integrated approach to philanthropy have enabled HSNF to significantly increase its fundraising capacity in recent years. The amalgamation provides an opportunity to build on that success by bringing together talent, systems, relationships and resources and creating the scale required for the next generation of philanthropy in Northeastern Ontario.
HSNF has also achieved accreditation through Imagine Canada’s Standards Program, a national benchmark of excellence for charities and nonprofit organizations. This achievement reflects the Foundation’s commitment to strong governance, financial accountability, transparency, ethical fundraising and organizational effectiveness, providing a strong foundation from which to pursue its next phase of growth.
HSNF’s 2026–2031 Strategic Plan is intentionally ambitious. It positions the Foundation not simply as a fundraiser, but as a strategic investor in transformational care and the connector between healthcare ambition and philanthropic purpose. Its priorities are to grow sustainable and diversified revenue; build community trust and a culture of philanthropy; steward exceptional donor relationships and impact; and strengthen the people, systems and organizational capacity required for future growth.
Central to the plan is the development of a transformational fundraising campaign that has the potential to become the largest philanthropic undertaking in Northeastern Ontario’s history.
The Foundation is therefore moving from a period of amalgamation and organizational integration into a period of significant growth, investment and campaign readiness. The opportunity ahead will require HSNF to continue increasing its fundraising capacity while building the financial, operational, technology, governance and administrative infrastructure needed to support a larger, more sophisticated and increasingly influential organization.
ABOUT HEALTH SCIENCES NORTH
Health Sciences North is much more than a community hospital. Based in Greater Sudbury, HSN is Northeastern Ontario’s regional specialized referral and academic health sciences centre and a critical resource for communities and hospitals across the region. HSN provides specialized and tertiary care across an enormous geographic area, allowing hundreds of thousands of people across Northeastern Ontario to access advanced care closer to home. Its regional programs span cancer, cardiac and surgical care, pediatrics and women’s health, critical and emergency care, nephrology, mental health and addictions, medical imaging, trauma, rehabilitation, Indigenous health and other specialized services. HSN provides comprehensive services in both French and English.
HSN is also one of the most significant institutions and economic drivers in Northern Ontario. As the region’s largest employer, HSN contributes close to $1 billion annually to the regional economy through its workforce, operations and broader economic activity. Its role extends beyond healthcare: a strong regional academic health sciences centre is essential infrastructure for attracting and retaining people, supporting communities and enabling continued economic growth across Northeastern Ontario.
That role is increasingly important as Northern Ontario becomes central to Ontario’s Critical Minerals Strategy and the continued growth of the mining and natural resources economy. As new investment, development and workforce growth occur across the North, the ability to provide sophisticated healthcare, research and specialized services close to home will be an important part of building strong, sustainable Northern communities. HSN is therefore both a healthcare institution and an important contributor to the social and economic infrastructure required for the North’s future growth.
HSN and the Health Sciences North Research Institute are guided by Together For You 2030 and a shared vision of A Healthier North. The strategy brings together exceptional care, transformative teaching, impactful research and stronger partnerships to improve health outcomes for the diverse people and communities of Northeastern Ontario.
The strategy recognizes that meeting the North’s future healthcare needs will require more than incremental change. Hospital expansion, surgical transformation, digital innovation, research, health equity, workforce development and a stronger culture of philanthropy are all central to HSN’s future.
A DEFINING PERIOD FOR HEALTHCARE IN THE NORTH
HSN is entering one of the most consequential periods in its history.
The hospital continues to experience significant capacity pressures while serving a growing and aging population across a region with unique geographic, demographic and health equity challenges. At the same time, advances in medicine and technology are creating opportunities to provide increasingly sophisticated care in Northern Ontario that historically may only have been available in larger urban centres.
HSN is advancing plans for a major, phased capital redevelopment that will substantially increase capacity and modernize the environments in which care is delivered. This work is about much more than constructing new space. It represents an opportunity to rethink how specialized healthcare is delivered across Northeastern Ontario and to create infrastructure that supports new models of care, advanced technology, education, research and innovation for generations to come.
For HSN Foundation, the scale of this transformation creates an equally significant philanthropic opportunity. The Foundation will play an important role in connecting communities, donors, corporations and partners with this vision and mobilizing philanthropic investment to help make it possible.
HEALTHCARE, RESEARCH AND PHILANTHROPY: TOGETHER FOR THE NORTH
A particular strength of the HSN model is the relationship between Health Sciences North, Health Sciences North Research Institute and Health Sciences North Foundation.
Each organization has its own mandate and governance responsibilities, but all three are connected by a common purpose: improving health outcomes for the people and communities of Northeastern Ontario.
HSN delivers care and establishes the clinical and system priorities for the region. HSNRI advances research, discovery and innovation focused on health challenges that are particularly relevant to Northern populations. HSN Foundation connects these ambitions with donors and communities and mobilizes philanthropic investment to accelerate what is possible.
Increasingly, the opportunity is to think about healthcare, research and philanthropy not as separate activities, but as interconnected parts of a regional academic health sciences ecosystem.
For donors, this creates a powerful proposition. Philanthropy can help meet the needs of patients today while simultaneously investing in the facilities, equipment, technology, people, research and innovation that will shape healthcare in the North for decades to come.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
2025-2026 Community Impact Report
Health Sciences North Financial Statements
Strategic Plan - 2026-2031
Together for You 2030 Booklet
HSN Annual Report - 2025-2026
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Leadership & Stewardship
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all financial functions, including:
Annual budgeting and multi-year financial planning
Forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting
Financial controls, compliance, and risk management
Lead the preparation of accurate, timely financial reports for the Board of Directors and Finance, Audit & Investment Committee
Oversee the annual audit process and ensure adherence to all regulatory and reporting requirements, including CRA charitable registration compliance
Ensure strong internal controls and financial policies that protect donor funds and uphold public trust
Partner with the CEO and Board to align financial strategy with organizational priorities, including campaign readiness
Support the development of sustainable funding models to enable long-term growth
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation including the Charities Accounting Act, Income Tax Act charitable provisions, and Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
Provide oversight of the Foundation’s investment portfolio in alignment with Board-approved policies and risk tolerance
Work closely with external investment managers and advisors to:
Monitor performance and ensure alignment with the Investment Policy Statement (IPS)
Deliver clear and transparent reporting to the Finance, Audit & Investment Committee
Lead or support the development and ongoing refinement of the Investment Policy Statement
Ensure appropriate governance, transparency, and stewardship of endowed and non-endowed funds
Strategic Leadership, Board & Committee Governance Support
Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team
Contribute to organizational strategy, including campaign planning and long-term growth initiatives
Provide insight and recommendations to the CEO and Board on financial and operational strategy
Play a leadership role in advancing a culture of philanthropy, accountability, and measurable impact
Play a central role in supporting effective governance across the Foundation’s Board and committee structure
Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Finance, Audit & Investment Committee of the Board
Maintain up-to-date governance documents including bylaws, policies, Board Terms of Reference, and committee charters
Ensure the Foundation’s governance practices remain current and aligned with best practices for Ontario charitable corporations and CRA requirements
Support Board onboarding and orientation for new Directors, particularly as it relates to the Foundation’s financial and operational frameworks
Assist in the preparation of the Annual Report and other public accountability documents
Track and support the work of all Board committees, ensuring workplans are established, progress is documented, and linkage to organizational strategy is maintained
Operational Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness
Lead the development and implementation of operational strategies that support fundraising growth and campaign readiness
Drive continuous improvement in organizational processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Identify and mitigate operational risks that could impact performance or growth
Support the Foundation’s role as a strategic partner to the hospital and research institute
Administration, Human Resources & Organizational Infrastructure
The VP provides senior oversight of all administrative and human resources functions, ensuring the Foundation operates as a well-governed, people-centred, and efficient organization.
Administrative Operations
Oversee all administrative functions to ensure seamless and efficient organizational operations
Maintain and update organizational policies, procedures, and operational manuals
Oversee procurement, vendor management, facilities, and office management for the Foundation
Provide oversight of insurance coverage and risk management practices
Human Resources — Leveraging HSN Systems & Partnerships
Oversee the Foundation’s human resources function, working collaboratively with HSN’s HR and People & Culture teams to leverage shared systems, frameworks, and expertise where available and appropriate
Utilize HSN HR systems and platforms for payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee record management where the Foundation participates in or is supported by HSN infrastructure
Administer total compensation programs, including salary, benefits, pension (if applicable), and other programs; liaise with HSN HR to ensure competitive and equitable practices
Support a positive workplace culture aligned with the Foundation’s values and the broader HSN environment
Advise the CEO on HR matters including workforce planning, organizational structure, employee relations, and succession planning
Ensure compliance with applicable employment legislation including the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, and Occupational Health & Safety Act
Lead and develop a high-performing team across finance, administration, and operations
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Build organizational capacity by aligning people, processes, and systems with strategic priorities
Support strong cross-functional collaboration, particularly between finance and fundraising teams
Systems, Technology & Digital Transformation
The VP leads the ongoing evolution of the Foundation’s technology infrastructure, supporting both current operational needs and future organizational growth.
Provide senior leadership for the Foundation’s key operational systems including: Raiser’s Edge (donor management and fundraising CRM); Financial Edge (accounting and financial management)
Ensure systems are optimized to support data integrity, reporting, and organizational decision-making
Establish and maintain strong data governance policies and practices across all platforms
Lead the development and execution of a technology roadmap that supports the Foundation’s growth trajectory and campaign readiness
Ensure staff capacity and training to effectively use systems; build organizational digital literacy over time
Stay current with emerging technology trends in the charitable and healthcare foundation sectors, including cloud-based platforms, automation, and data analytics tools
Hospital Partnership, Granting & Funding Oversight
Serve as the Foundation’s lead for the financial and operational interface with Health Sciences North (HSN) related to all funding, grants, and disbursements
Ensure all funds granted to HSN are appropriately approved, documented, disbursed in accordance with agreed-upon terms, and tracked and reconciled accurately
Establish and enforce consistent processes for hospital invoicing, verification of expenses, and timely financial reconciliation between HSN and the Foundation
In partnership with the Development team and HSN CFO, ensure the development of standardized grant management frameworks, including reporting requirements, annual and project-based impact reporting, and clear accountability for outcomes and timelines
Partner with hospital leadership, finance teams, and program areas to ensure projects are fully developed and ready prior to fundraising (business cases, budgets, impact)
Identify and mitigate risks related to misalignment of expectations, reporting delays, or reputational risk related to donor commitments
Support transparent reporting to the Board and committees on funded project status, flow of funds, and impact achieved
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing
Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance, corporate services and administration, including experience at a senior leadership or executive level
Experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment (healthcare, education, not-for-profit, or public sector preferred)
Demonstrated experience overseeing audits, financial planning, and investment portfolios
Experience working with or supporting Board committees (Finance, Audit, Investment, Governance)
Experience providing governance support including Board materials, bylaws, policy management, and committee coordination
Human resources leadership experience, including familiarity with employment legislation and HR administration in an Ontario context
Experience with shared services models or HR system utilization within a partner organization (e.g., HSN) is an asset
Experience with system selection, implementation, or digital transformation projects is desired
Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge, Financial Edge, or comparable donor management and financial platforms
Strong understanding of CRA charitable compliance requirements and Ontario not-for-profit legislation
Experience supporting organizational growth, transformation, or campaign readiness is considered an asset
Core Competencies
Strategic financial leadership and fiscal stewardship
Board and committee governance support
Operational excellence and execution
Human resources leadership and people management
Systems thinking, process optimization, and technology leadership
Change management and digital transformation
Strong governance and risk management orientation
Data-driven decision-making and organizational performance management
Stakeholder and partnership management in complex, multi-organizational environments
Collaborative leadership, relationship management, and cross-functional integration
Ability to lead through growth, organizational change, and campaign readiness
Key Working Relationships
Internal
President & CEO (direct reporting relationship)
Senior Leadership Team colleagues
HSNF Board of Directors and Board Committees (Finance, Audit & Investment; Governance & Nomination; Executive)
Foundation staff across all departments
External
Health Sciences North — Finance, HR, People & Culture, and Program/Clinical leadership
External auditors and legal counsel
Investment managers and financial advisors
Regulatory bodies (CRA, Ontario Ministry)
Technology vendors and system implementation partners
Peer hospital foundation leaders and sector networks
Additional Requirements
The position is based at the HSN Foundation office in Sudbury, with flexibility for some remote work if necessary. Senor Leaders are expected to maintain a regular office presence.
Willingness to work flexible hours is required, including occasional evenings/weekends for board or committee meetings, and Foundation events.
Police background and financial checks will be required for the successful candidate.
APPLICATION PROCESS
KCI Search + Talent has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of the Health Sciences North Foundation. For more information about this unique and exciting leadership opportunity, please contact Sylvie Battisti at KCI Search + Talent by email at HSNF@kcitalent.com .
Application process: Interested candidates should send resume and letter of interest to the email address listed above by October 16, 2026. All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence.
To view the full Executive Brief, please visit www.kcitalent.com
The hiring salary range for this role is $160,000 – $185,000 plus a comprehensive range of benefits, and participation in the HOOPP pension plan.
Health Sciences North Foundation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Health Sciences North Foundation is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the search process. Such candidates are asked to kindly notify the Search Consultant.
This posting is for a current vacancy. Artificial intelligence will not be used to screen resumes nor assess candidates in this search.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a Vice-President, Finance, Administration & Operations responsible for the financial stewardship, operational excellence, and administrative effectiveness of Health Sciences North Foundation (HSNF).
Reporting to the President & CEO, the Vice President, Finance, Administration & Operations will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Working collaboratively with the Foundation CEO, Board of Directors, Senior Leadership Team, Health Science North hospital leadership and Finance team as well as external collaborators, the Vice President serves as a strategic partner in advancing the Foundation’s mission by ensuring strong financial management, scalable operations, and the infrastructure required to support significant fundraising growth and campaign readiness.
The Vice-President oversees all financial functions including budgeting, forecasting, audit, and investment management, while also leading operational planning, performance measurement, and administrative systems. This executive plays a central role in Board and committee governance, human resources, and the systems evolution required to support a growing organization.
Most importantly, the Vice-President is the primary operational and financial interface with Health Sciences North (HSN), ensuring that all Foundation funding to the hospital is governed effectively, aligned with donor intent, and supported by clear agreements, reporting, and accountability.
This is a pivotal moment to join Health Sciences North Foundation. The Foundation has successfully completed a significant amalgamation, established an ambitious new strategic direction, achieved national accreditation through Imagine Canada and demonstrated considerable growth through the increasing sophistication of its fundraising programs. The next phase will be even more significant. HSNF is preparing for a transformational campaign, continued growth in annual fundraising and a substantially expanded role in supporting the future of healthcare, research and capital development in Northeastern Ontario. Achieving that ambition will require the Foundation itself to continue to evolve and build the capacity needed for the future.
The Vice-President, Finance, Administration & Operations will be a critical architect of that future.
For the right leader, this is an opportunity to combine financial and operational leadership with strategy, organizational development and purpose, helping create a stronger and more sophisticated Foundation capable of supporting one of the most important periods of healthcare transformation in Northern Ontario and advancing A Healthier North for generations to come.
The position is based at the HSN Foundation office in Sudbury, with flexibility for some remote work if necessary.
ABOUT HEALTH SCIENCES NORTH FOUNDATION
Health Sciences North Foundation (HSNF) is the charitable partner of Health Sciences North (HSN) and Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI), connecting the generosity and aspirations of donors with the most important healthcare and research priorities facing patients and families across Northeastern Ontario. HSN is Northeastern Ontario’s regional specialized referral and academic health sciences centre, providing advanced and specialized care across the region while serving as a research and teaching hospital dedicated to improving health outcomes and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Through philanthropy, HSNF supports advanced medical equipment and technology, capital development, patient care, innovation and life-saving research. Working in close partnership with HSN and HSNRI, the Foundation helps translate healthcare and research priorities into opportunities for donors, corporations and communities to make a meaningful and lasting impact across the North.
For the 2025-26 fiscal year, together with our many volunteers, we raised $17M with the support and generosity of our donors and partners.
The Foundation is itself in the midst of an important transformation. In October 2024, Health Sciences North Foundation, NEO Kids Foundation and the Northern Cancer Foundation amalgamated to create one unified HSN Foundation. The amalgamation brought together decades of philanthropic history, strong community relationships and specialized fundraising expertise under a single organization with a shared mandate to advance healthcare across Northeastern Ontario. The Foundation President & CEO currently leads a team of 30 professionals.
The new Foundation has already demonstrated significant growth and momentum. Greater sophistication within its fundraising programs, stronger major gift development, deeper donor engagement and a more integrated approach to philanthropy have enabled HSNF to significantly increase its fundraising capacity in recent years. The amalgamation provides an opportunity to build on that success by bringing together talent, systems, relationships and resources and creating the scale required for the next generation of philanthropy in Northeastern Ontario.
HSNF has also achieved accreditation through Imagine Canada’s Standards Program, a national benchmark of excellence for charities and nonprofit organizations. This achievement reflects the Foundation’s commitment to strong governance, financial accountability, transparency, ethical fundraising and organizational effectiveness, providing a strong foundation from which to pursue its next phase of growth.
HSNF’s 2026–2031 Strategic Plan is intentionally ambitious. It positions the Foundation not simply as a fundraiser, but as a strategic investor in transformational care and the connector between healthcare ambition and philanthropic purpose. Its priorities are to grow sustainable and diversified revenue; build community trust and a culture of philanthropy; steward exceptional donor relationships and impact; and strengthen the people, systems and organizational capacity required for future growth.
Central to the plan is the development of a transformational fundraising campaign that has the potential to become the largest philanthropic undertaking in Northeastern Ontario’s history.
The Foundation is therefore moving from a period of amalgamation and organizational integration into a period of significant growth, investment and campaign readiness. The opportunity ahead will require HSNF to continue increasing its fundraising capacity while building the financial, operational, technology, governance and administrative infrastructure needed to support a larger, more sophisticated and increasingly influential organization.
ABOUT HEALTH SCIENCES NORTH
Health Sciences North is much more than a community hospital. Based in Greater Sudbury, HSN is Northeastern Ontario’s regional specialized referral and academic health sciences centre and a critical resource for communities and hospitals across the region. HSN provides specialized and tertiary care across an enormous geographic area, allowing hundreds of thousands of people across Northeastern Ontario to access advanced care closer to home. Its regional programs span cancer, cardiac and surgical care, pediatrics and women’s health, critical and emergency care, nephrology, mental health and addictions, medical imaging, trauma, rehabilitation, Indigenous health and other specialized services. HSN provides comprehensive services in both French and English.
HSN is also one of the most significant institutions and economic drivers in Northern Ontario. As the region’s largest employer, HSN contributes close to $1 billion annually to the regional economy through its workforce, operations and broader economic activity. Its role extends beyond healthcare: a strong regional academic health sciences centre is essential infrastructure for attracting and retaining people, supporting communities and enabling continued economic growth across Northeastern Ontario.
That role is increasingly important as Northern Ontario becomes central to Ontario’s Critical Minerals Strategy and the continued growth of the mining and natural resources economy. As new investment, development and workforce growth occur across the North, the ability to provide sophisticated healthcare, research and specialized services close to home will be an important part of building strong, sustainable Northern communities. HSN is therefore both a healthcare institution and an important contributor to the social and economic infrastructure required for the North’s future growth.
HSN and the Health Sciences North Research Institute are guided by Together For You 2030 and a shared vision of A Healthier North. The strategy brings together exceptional care, transformative teaching, impactful research and stronger partnerships to improve health outcomes for the diverse people and communities of Northeastern Ontario.
The strategy recognizes that meeting the North’s future healthcare needs will require more than incremental change. Hospital expansion, surgical transformation, digital innovation, research, health equity, workforce development and a stronger culture of philanthropy are all central to HSN’s future.
A DEFINING PERIOD FOR HEALTHCARE IN THE NORTH
HSN is entering one of the most consequential periods in its history.
The hospital continues to experience significant capacity pressures while serving a growing and aging population across a region with unique geographic, demographic and health equity challenges. At the same time, advances in medicine and technology are creating opportunities to provide increasingly sophisticated care in Northern Ontario that historically may only have been available in larger urban centres.
HSN is advancing plans for a major, phased capital redevelopment that will substantially increase capacity and modernize the environments in which care is delivered. This work is about much more than constructing new space. It represents an opportunity to rethink how specialized healthcare is delivered across Northeastern Ontario and to create infrastructure that supports new models of care, advanced technology, education, research and innovation for generations to come.
For HSN Foundation, the scale of this transformation creates an equally significant philanthropic opportunity. The Foundation will play an important role in connecting communities, donors, corporations and partners with this vision and mobilizing philanthropic investment to help make it possible.
HEALTHCARE, RESEARCH AND PHILANTHROPY: TOGETHER FOR THE NORTH
A particular strength of the HSN model is the relationship between Health Sciences North, Health Sciences North Research Institute and Health Sciences North Foundation.
Each organization has its own mandate and governance responsibilities, but all three are connected by a common purpose: improving health outcomes for the people and communities of Northeastern Ontario.
HSN delivers care and establishes the clinical and system priorities for the region. HSNRI advances research, discovery and innovation focused on health challenges that are particularly relevant to Northern populations. HSN Foundation connects these ambitions with donors and communities and mobilizes philanthropic investment to accelerate what is possible.
Increasingly, the opportunity is to think about healthcare, research and philanthropy not as separate activities, but as interconnected parts of a regional academic health sciences ecosystem.
For donors, this creates a powerful proposition. Philanthropy can help meet the needs of patients today while simultaneously investing in the facilities, equipment, technology, people, research and innovation that will shape healthcare in the North for decades to come.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
2025-2026 Community Impact Report
Health Sciences North Financial Statements
Strategic Plan - 2026-2031
Together for You 2030 Booklet
HSN Annual Report - 2025-2026
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Leadership & Stewardship
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all financial functions, including:
Annual budgeting and multi-year financial planning
Forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting
Financial controls, compliance, and risk management
Lead the preparation of accurate, timely financial reports for the Board of Directors and Finance, Audit & Investment Committee
Oversee the annual audit process and ensure adherence to all regulatory and reporting requirements, including CRA charitable registration compliance
Ensure strong internal controls and financial policies that protect donor funds and uphold public trust
Partner with the CEO and Board to align financial strategy with organizational priorities, including campaign readiness
Support the development of sustainable funding models to enable long-term growth
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation including the Charities Accounting Act, Income Tax Act charitable provisions, and Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
Provide oversight of the Foundation’s investment portfolio in alignment with Board-approved policies and risk tolerance
Work closely with external investment managers and advisors to:
Monitor performance and ensure alignment with the Investment Policy Statement (IPS)
Deliver clear and transparent reporting to the Finance, Audit & Investment Committee
Lead or support the development and ongoing refinement of the Investment Policy Statement
Ensure appropriate governance, transparency, and stewardship of endowed and non-endowed funds
Strategic Leadership, Board & Committee Governance Support
Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team
Contribute to organizational strategy, including campaign planning and long-term growth initiatives
Provide insight and recommendations to the CEO and Board on financial and operational strategy
Play a leadership role in advancing a culture of philanthropy, accountability, and measurable impact
Play a central role in supporting effective governance across the Foundation’s Board and committee structure
Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Finance, Audit & Investment Committee of the Board
Maintain up-to-date governance documents including bylaws, policies, Board Terms of Reference, and committee charters
Ensure the Foundation’s governance practices remain current and aligned with best practices for Ontario charitable corporations and CRA requirements
Support Board onboarding and orientation for new Directors, particularly as it relates to the Foundation’s financial and operational frameworks
Assist in the preparation of the Annual Report and other public accountability documents
Track and support the work of all Board committees, ensuring workplans are established, progress is documented, and linkage to organizational strategy is maintained
Operational Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness
Lead the development and implementation of operational strategies that support fundraising growth and campaign readiness
Drive continuous improvement in organizational processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Identify and mitigate operational risks that could impact performance or growth
Support the Foundation’s role as a strategic partner to the hospital and research institute
Administration, Human Resources & Organizational Infrastructure
The VP provides senior oversight of all administrative and human resources functions, ensuring the Foundation operates as a well-governed, people-centred, and efficient organization.
Administrative Operations
Oversee all administrative functions to ensure seamless and efficient organizational operations
Maintain and update organizational policies, procedures, and operational manuals
Oversee procurement, vendor management, facilities, and office management for the Foundation
Provide oversight of insurance coverage and risk management practices
Human Resources — Leveraging HSN Systems & Partnerships
Oversee the Foundation’s human resources function, working collaboratively with HSN’s HR and People & Culture teams to leverage shared systems, frameworks, and expertise where available and appropriate
Utilize HSN HR systems and platforms for payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee record management where the Foundation participates in or is supported by HSN infrastructure
Administer total compensation programs, including salary, benefits, pension (if applicable), and other programs; liaise with HSN HR to ensure competitive and equitable practices
Support a positive workplace culture aligned with the Foundation’s values and the broader HSN environment
Advise the CEO on HR matters including workforce planning, organizational structure, employee relations, and succession planning
Ensure compliance with applicable employment legislation including the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, and Occupational Health & Safety Act
Lead and develop a high-performing team across finance, administration, and operations
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Build organizational capacity by aligning people, processes, and systems with strategic priorities
Support strong cross-functional collaboration, particularly between finance and fundraising teams
Systems, Technology & Digital Transformation
The VP leads the ongoing evolution of the Foundation’s technology infrastructure, supporting both current operational needs and future organizational growth.
Provide senior leadership for the Foundation’s key operational systems including: Raiser’s Edge (donor management and fundraising CRM); Financial Edge (accounting and financial management)
Ensure systems are optimized to support data integrity, reporting, and organizational decision-making
Establish and maintain strong data governance policies and practices across all platforms
Lead the development and execution of a technology roadmap that supports the Foundation’s growth trajectory and campaign readiness
Ensure staff capacity and training to effectively use systems; build organizational digital literacy over time
Stay current with emerging technology trends in the charitable and healthcare foundation sectors, including cloud-based platforms, automation, and data analytics tools
Hospital Partnership, Granting & Funding Oversight
Serve as the Foundation’s lead for the financial and operational interface with Health Sciences North (HSN) related to all funding, grants, and disbursements
Ensure all funds granted to HSN are appropriately approved, documented, disbursed in accordance with agreed-upon terms, and tracked and reconciled accurately
Establish and enforce consistent processes for hospital invoicing, verification of expenses, and timely financial reconciliation between HSN and the Foundation
In partnership with the Development team and HSN CFO, ensure the development of standardized grant management frameworks, including reporting requirements, annual and project-based impact reporting, and clear accountability for outcomes and timelines
Partner with hospital leadership, finance teams, and program areas to ensure projects are fully developed and ready prior to fundraising (business cases, budgets, impact)
Identify and mitigate risks related to misalignment of expectations, reporting delays, or reputational risk related to donor commitments
Support transparent reporting to the Board and committees on funded project status, flow of funds, and impact achieved
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing
Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance, corporate services and administration, including experience at a senior leadership or executive level
Experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment (healthcare, education, not-for-profit, or public sector preferred)
Demonstrated experience overseeing audits, financial planning, and investment portfolios
Experience working with or supporting Board committees (Finance, Audit, Investment, Governance)
Experience providing governance support including Board materials, bylaws, policy management, and committee coordination
Human resources leadership experience, including familiarity with employment legislation and HR administration in an Ontario context
Experience with shared services models or HR system utilization within a partner organization (e.g., HSN) is an asset
Experience with system selection, implementation, or digital transformation projects is desired
Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge, Financial Edge, or comparable donor management and financial platforms
Strong understanding of CRA charitable compliance requirements and Ontario not-for-profit legislation
Experience supporting organizational growth, transformation, or campaign readiness is considered an asset
Core Competencies
Strategic financial leadership and fiscal stewardship
Board and committee governance support
Operational excellence and execution
Human resources leadership and people management
Systems thinking, process optimization, and technology leadership
Change management and digital transformation
Strong governance and risk management orientation
Data-driven decision-making and organizational performance management
Stakeholder and partnership management in complex, multi-organizational environments
Collaborative leadership, relationship management, and cross-functional integration
Ability to lead through growth, organizational change, and campaign readiness
Key Working Relationships
Internal
President & CEO (direct reporting relationship)
Senior Leadership Team colleagues
HSNF Board of Directors and Board Committees (Finance, Audit & Investment; Governance & Nomination; Executive)
Foundation staff across all departments
External
Health Sciences North — Finance, HR, People & Culture, and Program/Clinical leadership
External auditors and legal counsel
Investment managers and financial advisors
Regulatory bodies (CRA, Ontario Ministry)
Technology vendors and system implementation partners
Peer hospital foundation leaders and sector networks
Additional Requirements
The position is based at the HSN Foundation office in Sudbury, with flexibility for some remote work if necessary. Senor Leaders are expected to maintain a regular office presence.
Willingness to work flexible hours is required, including occasional evenings/weekends for board or committee meetings, and Foundation events.
Police background and financial checks will be required for the successful candidate.
APPLICATION PROCESS
KCI Search + Talent has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of the Health Sciences North Foundation. For more information about this unique and exciting leadership opportunity, please contact Sylvie Battisti at KCI Search + Talent by email at HSNF@kcitalent.com .
Application process: Interested candidates should send resume and letter of interest to the email address listed above by October 16, 2026. All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence.
To view the full Executive Brief, please visit www.kcitalent.com
The hiring salary range for this role is $160,000 – $185,000 plus a comprehensive range of benefits, and participation in the HOOPP pension plan.
Health Sciences North Foundation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Health Sciences North Foundation is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the search process. Such candidates are asked to kindly notify the Search Consultant.
This posting is for a current vacancy. Artificial intelligence will not be used to screen resumes nor assess candidates in this search.
c/o Odgers
The Faculty of Arts & Science (A&S) is a global leader in higher education and the largest academic division at the University of Toronto – consistently ranked first in Canada and among the top Universities in the world. Home to more than 31,000 undergraduate students, 4,800 graduate students, and over 900 faculty members, A&S offers an unparalleled breadth of academic opportunities across the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences. Its 28 departments, 49 interdisciplinary centres, and hundreds of programs create a vibrant intellectual ecosystem that attracts over $128 million in annual research funding. Strengthened by deep partnerships with U of T’s seven colleges and other faculties, A&S delivers a distinctive educational experience and fosters a thriving community of inquiry and innovation. Its alumni network of more than 299,000 graduates spans 175 countries and includes Nobel laureates, Prime Ministers, and leaders in academia, industry, and the arts. A research powerhouse, A&S advances solutions to pressing global challenges while fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous engagement.
To support the Faculty’s continued growth, complexity, and strategic ambitions, A&S seeks an outstanding leader to serve as its next Executive Director, Budget, Planning & Finance . Reporting to the Faculty’s Chief Administrative Officer and leading a team of over 30 staff, the Executive Director will play a critical leadership role in refining and advancing the Faculty's new budget model; strengthening financial planning and forecasting capabilities; supporting major institutional modernization initiatives; and advancing a comprehensive approach to data analytics and decision-making. Serving as the Faculty's senior financial leader and trusted advisor to the Dean, Vice-Deans, Department Chairs, College Principals, and senior administrators, the Executive Director will advance the Faculty's academic and strategic priorities through sound financial stewardship and evidence-based planning. They will also foster strong partnerships across the U of T, including with central administrative units, constituent colleges, and federated universities, helping to navigate complex resource, policy, and governance considerations in one of North America's leading research-intensive institutions.
The ideal candidate is a strategic and highly collaborative leader with significant experience (10+ years) overseeing complex budgets and advising senior decision-makers in a large, multifaceted organization, ideally within the postsecondary sector. Experience working in fiscally constrained environments will benefit candidates. They bring strong financial planning, analytical, and data-informed decision-making capabilities, coupled with an understanding of institutional funding, risk management, contracts, and organizational operations. The ability to support and appreciate the heterogeneity of the Faculty’s departments/institutes/schools and how they come together to form one cohesive faculty is essential. An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, they are adept at influencing key partners, leading change, navigating complexity with sound judgment and political acuity, and building consensus across diverse groups. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with operational excellence, a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the leadership skills required to advance the Faculty's financial and strategic priorities in alignment with its academic mission.
The University of Toronto has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers for this recruitment. Applications are encouraged immediately and ideally by September 30, 2026, to Julia Robarts and Krutika Hotwani at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/31939 . The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries, nominations, and accommodation requests can be directed to uofted@odgers.com . This posting is for an existing position and has a salary level of a PM8 .
The University of Toronto is consistently ranked among the world’s top 20 universities, distinguished by an extraordinary depth and breadth of excellence in teaching, research, innovation and entrepreneurship, which drives economic growth and promotes social wellbeing around the globe. Located in Toronto –Canada’s largest city – the University encompasses 18 Faculties and Schools, more than 100 departments, and 170 research centres and institutes. Its teaching programs are delivered on the historic St. George campus in the heart of Toronto’s downtown, on campuses in Mississauga and Scarborough, and in nine fully affiliated teaching hospitals. With more than 25,000 faculty, staff, and librarians, over 100,000 students of which 30% are international, and an annual operating budget exceeding $3.6 billion, the University is one of the world’s largest publicly funded research-intensive universities.
The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases its capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of its global community. U of T strongly encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. U of T values applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening its academic mission.
In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please write to uofted@odgers.com or call +1 (416) 366-1990 for accommodation at any point in the search process.
The Faculty of Arts & Science (A&S) is a global leader in higher education and the largest academic division at the University of Toronto – consistently ranked first in Canada and among the top Universities in the world. Home to more than 31,000 undergraduate students, 4,800 graduate students, and over 900 faculty members, A&S offers an unparalleled breadth of academic opportunities across the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences. Its 28 departments, 49 interdisciplinary centres, and hundreds of programs create a vibrant intellectual ecosystem that attracts over $128 million in annual research funding. Strengthened by deep partnerships with U of T’s seven colleges and other faculties, A&S delivers a distinctive educational experience and fosters a thriving community of inquiry and innovation. Its alumni network of more than 299,000 graduates spans 175 countries and includes Nobel laureates, Prime Ministers, and leaders in academia, industry, and the arts. A research powerhouse, A&S advances solutions to pressing global challenges while fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous engagement.
To support the Faculty’s continued growth, complexity, and strategic ambitions, A&S seeks an outstanding leader to serve as its next Executive Director, Budget, Planning & Finance . Reporting to the Faculty’s Chief Administrative Officer and leading a team of over 30 staff, the Executive Director will play a critical leadership role in refining and advancing the Faculty's new budget model; strengthening financial planning and forecasting capabilities; supporting major institutional modernization initiatives; and advancing a comprehensive approach to data analytics and decision-making. Serving as the Faculty's senior financial leader and trusted advisor to the Dean, Vice-Deans, Department Chairs, College Principals, and senior administrators, the Executive Director will advance the Faculty's academic and strategic priorities through sound financial stewardship and evidence-based planning. They will also foster strong partnerships across the U of T, including with central administrative units, constituent colleges, and federated universities, helping to navigate complex resource, policy, and governance considerations in one of North America's leading research-intensive institutions.
The ideal candidate is a strategic and highly collaborative leader with significant experience (10+ years) overseeing complex budgets and advising senior decision-makers in a large, multifaceted organization, ideally within the postsecondary sector. Experience working in fiscally constrained environments will benefit candidates. They bring strong financial planning, analytical, and data-informed decision-making capabilities, coupled with an understanding of institutional funding, risk management, contracts, and organizational operations. The ability to support and appreciate the heterogeneity of the Faculty’s departments/institutes/schools and how they come together to form one cohesive faculty is essential. An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, they are adept at influencing key partners, leading change, navigating complexity with sound judgment and political acuity, and building consensus across diverse groups. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with operational excellence, a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the leadership skills required to advance the Faculty's financial and strategic priorities in alignment with its academic mission.
The University of Toronto has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers for this recruitment. Applications are encouraged immediately and ideally by September 30, 2026, to Julia Robarts and Krutika Hotwani at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/31939 . The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries, nominations, and accommodation requests can be directed to uofted@odgers.com . This posting is for an existing position and has a salary level of a PM8 .
The University of Toronto is consistently ranked among the world’s top 20 universities, distinguished by an extraordinary depth and breadth of excellence in teaching, research, innovation and entrepreneurship, which drives economic growth and promotes social wellbeing around the globe. Located in Toronto –Canada’s largest city – the University encompasses 18 Faculties and Schools, more than 100 departments, and 170 research centres and institutes. Its teaching programs are delivered on the historic St. George campus in the heart of Toronto’s downtown, on campuses in Mississauga and Scarborough, and in nine fully affiliated teaching hospitals. With more than 25,000 faculty, staff, and librarians, over 100,000 students of which 30% are international, and an annual operating budget exceeding $3.6 billion, the University is one of the world’s largest publicly funded research-intensive universities.
The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases its capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of its global community. U of T strongly encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. U of T values applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening its academic mission.
In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please write to uofted@odgers.com or call +1 (416) 366-1990 for accommodation at any point in the search process.
IC/ES
ICES is seeking a Data Architect to join our Data Quality and Information Management department (DQIM). Reporting to the Director, DQIM, the Data Architect provides expertise in data architecture, data governance, data processing, data security, and data modernization across ICES data environments. The role is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise data architecture strategies, ensuring secure and efficient data management practices, supporting analytics and AI initiatives, and enabling the effective use of data assets to support ICES' research and operational objectives.
Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
Data Architecture Strategy, Delivery and Modernization:
Develop and maintain ICES' data architecture strategy, roadmap, governance framework including data models, data platforms, analytic environments and AI-enabled capabilities aligned with organizational objectives;
Provide expert architectural guidance to senior leadership, DQIM, and Technology teams;
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft innovative and supportable solutions by utilizing a consultative approach to identify user needs and aligning technical capabilities with organizational objectives.
Data Environment Design & Optimization:
Design, optimize, and govern enterprise data architectures and data environments, including data models, data warehouses, data integration frameworks, metadata management, data quality standards, and security controls;
Establish architectural principles, patterns, and technical standards that ensure scalable, secure, and efficient data solutions;
Collaborate with data engineers, database administrators, and technology teams to translate business and analytic requirements into sustainable architecture designs that support reporting, advanced analytics, AI, and data-sharing initiatives;
Provide architectural oversight and guidance throughout implementation to ensure adherence to established standards and future-state architecture.
Architecture Delivery & Modernization:
Lead end-to-end data architecture modernization initiatives, including platform evaluation, technical design, implementation, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement of data solutions;
Facilitate workshops and meetings with internal and external partners to gather feedback and ensure alignment between business objectives and technical solutions, fostering effective communication and collaboration;
Build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and accountability.
Innovation, Technology Evaluation & Data Compliance & Stewardship:
Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies, data management approaches, and architectural solutions to support innovation, scalability, analytics, and AI adoption;
Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, innovation, and modernization of the enterprise data ecosystem;
Provide architectural guidance on data classification, retention, access controls, and secure data-sharing mechanisms to protect sensitive information and mitigate organizational risk;
Develop and maintain architecture standards, specifications, documentation, secure data-sharing processes, and internal/external partnerships to ensure regulatory compliance and effective data stewardship.
Mentorship and Development:
Coach and mentor team members and technical staff to strengthen organizational capability;
Provide support to team members by developing knowledge sharing materials and conducting hands-on sessions, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth;
Promote continuous learning and development by facilitating regular team meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions, ensuring that all team members are engaged in the solution development process and have access to the resources they need.
Other:
Other duties as may be assigned within the scope of this position.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Minimum Required Education and Years of Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field;
6 years of experience leading engagements from design to implementation of creative data solutions leveraging the latest in Big Data frameworks, supporting on-premises, cloud and hybrid architectures to enable use cases in analytics and AI;
Relevant cloud, data architecture, or database certifications.
Preferred Education and Years of Experience:
Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field;
Experience within healthcare, health research, or public-sector data environments;
AWS, Azure, GCP, TOGAF, DAMA/CDMP, or equivalent certifications.
Minimum Required Position-Specific Knowledge and Technical Skills:
Expertise in data architecture, data modeling, SQL development, database administration (such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MySQL, MongoDB, NoSQL, etc.) and data lifecycle management;
Experience with Data Lake architectures, healthcare data governance, analytics platforms, and AI-enabled data solutions;
Familiar with Hive, Pig, Python or other big data processing languages; familiar with Hadoop, SQL, and shell programming;
Expertise in data governance, ETL design, data security, and data quality management;
Strong documentation, architecture modeling, systems analysis, and technical communication skills;
Demonstrated ability to translate complex business, research, and analytic requirements into practical and sustainable architecture solutions;
Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience in collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams;
Ability to work independently and resourcefully, taking proactive action to identify issues and solve problems while adapting to changing priorities.
Preferred Position-Specific Knowledge and Technical Skills:
Knowledge in providing big data solutions based on open-source technologies;
Experience in Healthcare data governance, data management, data mining, etc. is preferred;
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects within tight timelines.
This full-time opportunity is for an existing vacancy at ICES Central. The annual salary range for this role is $110,000 - $140,000. Successful candidate must reside within Ontario while working under our remote flex model and be able to come into the office when required from time to time.
Security clearance may be required.
ICES is seeking a Data Architect to join our Data Quality and Information Management department (DQIM). Reporting to the Director, DQIM, the Data Architect provides expertise in data architecture, data governance, data processing, data security, and data modernization across ICES data environments. The role is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise data architecture strategies, ensuring secure and efficient data management practices, supporting analytics and AI initiatives, and enabling the effective use of data assets to support ICES' research and operational objectives.
Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
Data Architecture Strategy, Delivery and Modernization:
Develop and maintain ICES' data architecture strategy, roadmap, governance framework including data models, data platforms, analytic environments and AI-enabled capabilities aligned with organizational objectives;
Provide expert architectural guidance to senior leadership, DQIM, and Technology teams;
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft innovative and supportable solutions by utilizing a consultative approach to identify user needs and aligning technical capabilities with organizational objectives.
Data Environment Design & Optimization:
Design, optimize, and govern enterprise data architectures and data environments, including data models, data warehouses, data integration frameworks, metadata management, data quality standards, and security controls;
Establish architectural principles, patterns, and technical standards that ensure scalable, secure, and efficient data solutions;
Collaborate with data engineers, database administrators, and technology teams to translate business and analytic requirements into sustainable architecture designs that support reporting, advanced analytics, AI, and data-sharing initiatives;
Provide architectural oversight and guidance throughout implementation to ensure adherence to established standards and future-state architecture.
Architecture Delivery & Modernization:
Lead end-to-end data architecture modernization initiatives, including platform evaluation, technical design, implementation, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement of data solutions;
Facilitate workshops and meetings with internal and external partners to gather feedback and ensure alignment between business objectives and technical solutions, fostering effective communication and collaboration;
Build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and accountability.
Innovation, Technology Evaluation & Data Compliance & Stewardship:
Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies, data management approaches, and architectural solutions to support innovation, scalability, analytics, and AI adoption;
Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, innovation, and modernization of the enterprise data ecosystem;
Provide architectural guidance on data classification, retention, access controls, and secure data-sharing mechanisms to protect sensitive information and mitigate organizational risk;
Develop and maintain architecture standards, specifications, documentation, secure data-sharing processes, and internal/external partnerships to ensure regulatory compliance and effective data stewardship.
Mentorship and Development:
Coach and mentor team members and technical staff to strengthen organizational capability;
Provide support to team members by developing knowledge sharing materials and conducting hands-on sessions, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth;
Promote continuous learning and development by facilitating regular team meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions, ensuring that all team members are engaged in the solution development process and have access to the resources they need.
Other:
Other duties as may be assigned within the scope of this position.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Minimum Required Education and Years of Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field;
6 years of experience leading engagements from design to implementation of creative data solutions leveraging the latest in Big Data frameworks, supporting on-premises, cloud and hybrid architectures to enable use cases in analytics and AI;
Relevant cloud, data architecture, or database certifications.
Preferred Education and Years of Experience:
Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field;
Experience within healthcare, health research, or public-sector data environments;
AWS, Azure, GCP, TOGAF, DAMA/CDMP, or equivalent certifications.
Minimum Required Position-Specific Knowledge and Technical Skills:
Expertise in data architecture, data modeling, SQL development, database administration (such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MySQL, MongoDB, NoSQL, etc.) and data lifecycle management;
Experience with Data Lake architectures, healthcare data governance, analytics platforms, and AI-enabled data solutions;
Familiar with Hive, Pig, Python or other big data processing languages; familiar with Hadoop, SQL, and shell programming;
Expertise in data governance, ETL design, data security, and data quality management;
Strong documentation, architecture modeling, systems analysis, and technical communication skills;
Demonstrated ability to translate complex business, research, and analytic requirements into practical and sustainable architecture solutions;
Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience in collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams;
Ability to work independently and resourcefully, taking proactive action to identify issues and solve problems while adapting to changing priorities.
Preferred Position-Specific Knowledge and Technical Skills:
Knowledge in providing big data solutions based on open-source technologies;
Experience in Healthcare data governance, data management, data mining, etc. is preferred;
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects within tight timelines.
This full-time opportunity is for an existing vacancy at ICES Central. The annual salary range for this role is $110,000 - $140,000. Successful candidate must reside within Ontario while working under our remote flex model and be able to come into the office when required from time to time.
Security clearance may be required.
