Required Position

Full time Term Appointment until August 31, 2027

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Associate Dean – Faculty of Education and Health, the Manager of the National Health Training Consortium coordinates and oversees CNFS initiatives in line with a five-year agreement with Health Canada. This position will manage financial, human, and operational resources to ensure program success and compliance with funding requirements. Key responsibilities include strategic oversight, compliance with Health Canadaʼs Official Languages Health Program (PLOS), and ensuring financial accountability. The manager leads targeted recruitment strategies, improves program quality through scholarships and internships, enhances the relevance and excellence of CNFS-supported programs, and provides research support on French healthcare. Additionally, the manager collaborates with partners to advocate for policy improvements, funding sustainability, and strategic priorities that benefit Francophone health training programs, ultimately improving access to health-related study programs for these communities.

Academic & Curriculum Development

Enhance the quality, accessibility and relevance of health training programs at Laurentian University to meet the needs of Francophone minority communities.

Implementing best practices in health education and professional training to enhance curriculum offerings, developing new learning opportunities, and strengthening faculty engagement.

Support research projects related to francophone health training.

Adjust programs and services to changing priorities from Health Canada and other stakeholders to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness.

Contribute to the primary goal of increasing access to bilingual health professionals in minority language communities, involving student recruitment and program quality improvement.

Administrative and Resource Management

Regularly reports to Health Canada, ensures compliance with funding agreements and negotiates adjustments when necessary.

Lead and manage a team, including direct reports and student ambassadors, to achieve project goals and ensure effective collaboration within the consortium.

Lead and implement innovative projects and strategic initiatives that support CNFSʼs mission and enhance training opportunities, professional integration and research in health-related fields.

Collaborate with internal and external partners to raise awareness of CNFS initiatives and strengthen relationships that support the consortium's goals.

Financial Management

Oversee the financial aspects of the CNFS, including budget management, resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with funding agreements from Health Canada.

Continuously adjusting and controlling expenditures to ensure maximum budget utilization and efficient achievement of program objectives.

Plan, approve, and monitor all CNFS-UL expenses to maintain financial accountability and compliance with contribution agreements.

Make critical decisions regarding fund allocation across key operational areas.

Customer & Stakeholder Relations

Manage relationships with partners, formalize agreements, and negotiate terms.

Serve as the primary liaison and point of contact for the funding provider, Health Canada, and engage in negotiation to formalize agreements and manage terms.

Collaborate with post-secondary institutions, hospitals, public health centers, and potential internship establishments to strengthen the consortium's network.

Drive awareness and community engagement by communicating with health professionals and French-speaking media/communication organizations

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Health, Business Administration, Finance or a related field.

Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in administrative and financial management, development and execution of projects, and community development.

One (1) to three (3) years of experience in a managerial role.

Health-related certificates or diplomas are considered an asset.

Excellent knowledge of the Ontario education system and Franco-Ontarian setting, as well as of issues pertaining to French-language services in minority settings.

Knowledge of Health Canada's Official Languages Health Program (PLOS)for grant applications.

Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills.

Demonstrated problem-solving, attention to detail, and conflict resolution skills.

Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Proven discretion and sound judgment when managing highly confidential business, financial, or proficiency in budgeting and financial management within a university framework.

Understanding of the processes involved in managing external grants and research funds, including compliance with funding agency regulations.

Demonstrated ability to create, manage, and report on departmental budgets, including forecasting future financial needs and resource allocation.

Proven ability to negotiate terms, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs) with vendors, and to manage contracts throughout their lifecycle

Initiate, plan, and manage comprehensive research projects addressing priority strategic goals and complex organizational challenges.

Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is required.

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