Manager, Business Development

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 214393Location: Central Zone, NSH Performance Centre Department: INNO Business Development 400971 MWType of Employment: Temporary Hourly PT short-assignment (50%) x 1 MGMT/NON-Union Management/Non Union PositionPosting Closing Date: 12-Jan-26Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.About the OpportunityReporting to the Director of Business Development, the Business Development Manager is responsible for business development activities on behalf of Innovation. The Manager Business Development will be responsible for identifying, developing, and managing strategic and collaborative opportunities with partners from the private, public and research sectors. This role will interface with internal clinical departments to mobilize the launch of new services and demonstrate innovation thought leadership. Externally, the role will interface with the innovation ecosystem funders, private industry, academia, start-up companies, government departments, etc.  The Manager of Business Development provides leadership and supports strategies and operational plans consistent with legislation, accountability frameworks and the mission, vision and values of the organization.   Under the direction of the Director of Business Development, the Manager of Business Development ensures continuous improvement to advance a vision of excellence within their areas of responsibility and is accountable for the development, maintenance and monitoring of quality programs, and compliance with relevant legislation, standards and accreditation requirements. The Manager of Business Development facilitates and champions a learning and research environment that aligns with Nova Scotia Health, and works closely with education institutions, government and other partners on the preparation of our health workforce.About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following: Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with strong business, innovation and/or health foundation is requiredProven experience in strategic planning, particularly in public institutionsA minimum of five years’ experience in management and supervision of personnelProven track record in partnership-building and investment attractionExperience in managing multi-stakeholder initiatives and projects and with stakeholder liaison and managementExperience in the local health sciences research environment is an assetBusiness planning and budget management experienceExperience in engaging, mentoring and empowering teams.Working with collaborators in a positive participative manner to fulfill the mission, vision, goals and objectives of an organizationExperience in project management principles and implementationDemonstrated knowledge of policy impact and developmentKnowledge of health care organizations and the health sectorExcellent analytical, organizational, negotiation and decision-making skillsExceptional interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships and interact with all clients in scopeAbility to build engagement among peers and business leaders to support new strategies and change managementHigh level of competence in both written and verbal communicationExperience working with diversity of staff and stakeholders, with knowledge of cultural competence, diversity and social inclusionAbility to analyze and interpret data and monitor quality and performance indicators and benchmarks related to the workforceSound knowledge of information systems and financial managementCompetencies in other languages an asset. Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.HoursShort Assignment, Part-Time (50%) / 37.5 Hours Bi-Weekly January 2026 to July 2026, approximately 7 monthsCompensation and Benefits$46.35 - $57.94 HourlyOnce You've AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.​Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.