Manager, Health Equity, French Language Services

**Indigenous, French Language and Priority Populations Branch at the Ministry of Health** The Indigenous, French Language and Priority Populations Branch provides systems thinking and evidence-based innovations to solve complex challenges in health care; translates evidence into policy and practice to help achieve health system change targets; proactively analyses emerging issues, research and trends to support policy development, evaluation and implementation. Please note: Attendance at the office will be required in alignment with Ontario Public Services' current hybrid work model, pending the Secretary of Cabinet's announcement regarding the future of hybrid work. **OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. Visit the **OPS Anti-Racism Policy** and the **OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint** pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service. We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's **Human Rights Code**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation. **What can I expect to do in this role?**: **Health Equity French Language Services at the Ministry of Health** The team provides strategic advice, guidance and support to the ministry with regards to the requirements of the French Language Services Act, French language services-related obligations and performance measures, as well as issues or initiatives with implications for the French-speaking community in Ontario. The team works in partnership with the Ministry of Francophone Affairs, assists the ministry in its relationship with the Office of the French Language Services Commissioner, and serves as the secretariat for the French Language Health Services Advisory Council. As the **Manager, Health Equity, French Language Services**, you will: - work with ministry, cross-government, health sector and community partners on key health sector priorities and needs of the Francophone community. - motivate, coach, mentor and manage of team of professional staff, while supporting and promoting a productive, diverse and inclusive work environment. - provide strategic leadership and guidance to a team of Policy and Program Analysts. - provide expert advice and support to clients in the planning and delivery of FLS policies, programs, guidelines and services. - participate in the development of corporate initiatives and legislation, ensuring that the needs of Francophones are incorporated. - develop and implement innovative and creative approaches to delivering services and products. - support the development, implementation and monitoring of performance measurement plans. **How do I qualify?**: **Mandatory**: - You must possess oral and written French language skills at the superior level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire. **Leadership Skills**: - You have experience fostering an environment of high performance, learning, growth and continuous improvement. - You can engage team members in a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting innovation and creativity. - You have experience developing and implementing practical solutions to unique and complex issues. - You can effectively manage change opportunities, take initiative and embrace new ideas. - You can create a shared vision and act as a champion of the FLS strategy and initiatives. - You have knowledge of human resources management policies, practices and procedures. **Relationship Management and Consultation Skills**: - You have excellent relationship management, communication, interpersonal, customer service and consultation skills to develop and maintain mutually beneficial working relationships with clients and stakeholders. - You can work cooperatively and constructively with senior managers to generate consensus and resolve conflicts. - You can respond to requests and clearly communicate the benefits and objectives of the legislation and program. - You demonstrate written communication skills to prepare briefing notes, correspondence, action plans and presentations. - You have the ability to provide advice and expertise to senior leaders regarding critical or emerging issues, on stakeholder interests or concerns that could impact ministry priorities, and aid in the development of responses. **Technical Skills and Specialized Knowledge**: - You have strong strategic thinking, analytical, problem solving and issues management skills. - You demonstrate sound judgment to appropriately address complex situations and priorities. - You have financial planning skills to support the development and implementation of results-based p