Senior Program Officer
About the role
This Senior Program Officer position will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of programs within the Medicine Program; Partner with clinical and operational leaders to define program goals, success metrics, and long term strategic direction; Translate organizational strategy into actionable program plans with clear timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements; Identify opportunities for innovation, quality improvement, and system optimization. The SPO will provide a portfolio of complex, multi stakeholder projects from initiation through evaluation; Develop project charters, work plans, risk assessments & communication strategies; Monitor progress, resolve barriers, and ensure timely delivery of outcomes; Prepare executive level reports, dashboards, and presentations. This position will also be responsible for building strong relationships with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, administrators, and external partners; Facilitating cross functional collaboration and alignment across teams; Leading committees, working groups, and program meetings with clarity and purpose; Analyzing operational performance, business continuity plans, workflow efficiency, and resource utilization for the Medicine Program in our urban, rural and remote sites; Supporting the development of policies, procedures, and standardized practices; Ensuring programs comply with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. Additionally, the SPO will support business case development for new initiatives, technology investments, and staffing needs; Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions when needed; Support patient safety initiatives and promote a culture of continuous improvement, amongst other duties within the scope of this non-unionized position.
- Classification: Senior Program Officer
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Medicine
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 20-FEB-2026
- Date Available: 16-MAR-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $69.86
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $104.79
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a regulated health profession, health administration, business, public health, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in healthcare field, at least three (5) of which are in a leadership/ management position. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to foster psychological safety, build high-performing teams, and lead through change. Highly skilled in stakeholder engagement, relationship building, and clear, compassionate communication. Excellent organizational, time management analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with experience navigating complexity and competing priorities. Inspire, influence, and build trust across diverse clinical and operational teams. Proven ability Excellent presentation skills (planned & ad-hoc). Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with change management and project leadership methodology. Competencies in Leadership, Strategic Stakeholder Engagement, Collaboration, Communication, Business Acumen & Resilience.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
About Covenant Health Canada
On October 7, 2008, 16 Catholic health care facilities across Alberta came together under a single board and administration. Today, Covenant Health has a team of more than 14,000 staff, physicians and volunteers across our sites in Banff, Bonnyville, Camrose, Castor, Edmonton, Killam, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Mundare, St. Albert, Trochu and Vegreville.
Rooted in a tradition that is 150-years strong, our mission is carried out by inspired people—workers, physicians and volunteers—of all faiths, traditions and cultures who believe in the value of compassionate, holistic care.
We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person—body, mind and soul.
Senior Program Officer
About the role
This Senior Program Officer position will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of programs within the Medicine Program; Partner with clinical and operational leaders to define program goals, success metrics, and long term strategic direction; Translate organizational strategy into actionable program plans with clear timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements; Identify opportunities for innovation, quality improvement, and system optimization. The SPO will provide a portfolio of complex, multi stakeholder projects from initiation through evaluation; Develop project charters, work plans, risk assessments & communication strategies; Monitor progress, resolve barriers, and ensure timely delivery of outcomes; Prepare executive level reports, dashboards, and presentations. This position will also be responsible for building strong relationships with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, administrators, and external partners; Facilitating cross functional collaboration and alignment across teams; Leading committees, working groups, and program meetings with clarity and purpose; Analyzing operational performance, business continuity plans, workflow efficiency, and resource utilization for the Medicine Program in our urban, rural and remote sites; Supporting the development of policies, procedures, and standardized practices; Ensuring programs comply with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. Additionally, the SPO will support business case development for new initiatives, technology investments, and staffing needs; Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions when needed; Support patient safety initiatives and promote a culture of continuous improvement, amongst other duties within the scope of this non-unionized position.
- Classification: Senior Program Officer
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Medicine
- Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 20-FEB-2026
- Date Available: 16-MAR-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $69.86
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $104.79
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a regulated health profession, health administration, business, public health, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in healthcare field, at least three (5) of which are in a leadership/ management position. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to foster psychological safety, build high-performing teams, and lead through change. Highly skilled in stakeholder engagement, relationship building, and clear, compassionate communication. Excellent organizational, time management analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with experience navigating complexity and competing priorities. Inspire, influence, and build trust across diverse clinical and operational teams. Proven ability Excellent presentation skills (planned & ad-hoc). Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with change management and project leadership methodology. Competencies in Leadership, Strategic Stakeholder Engagement, Collaboration, Communication, Business Acumen & Resilience.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
About Covenant Health Canada
On October 7, 2008, 16 Catholic health care facilities across Alberta came together under a single board and administration. Today, Covenant Health has a team of more than 14,000 staff, physicians and volunteers across our sites in Banff, Bonnyville, Camrose, Castor, Edmonton, Killam, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Mundare, St. Albert, Trochu and Vegreville.
Rooted in a tradition that is 150-years strong, our mission is carried out by inspired people—workers, physicians and volunteers—of all faiths, traditions and cultures who believe in the value of compassionate, holistic care.
We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person—body, mind and soul.