Lead, Clinical Programs and Enterprise Planning

At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

Role At Ontario Health, your growth and well-being aren’t just supported—they’re celebrated every step of the way. Here, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping a fulfilling and sustainable career. Based on your role, you may receive:

What Ontario Health offers:

Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family’s health

Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support your overall well-being

A premium defined benefit pension plan, ensuring long-term financial security

Competitive vacation entitlement that encourages time to rest and recharge

Three personal days and two float days annually, providing added flexibility to support work-life balance, in addition to vacation days

Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive in your profession

A collaborative, values-driven workplace where integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity shape everything we do

Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion, fostering belonging, equity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives across our team

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

The Indigenous Health Unit (IHU) The Indigenous Health Unit (IHU) builds respectful, trusted relationships with First Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous (FNIMUI) leadership, organizations and communities. The unit works across Ontario Health and with regional and health-system partners to ensure programs and services reflect FNIMUI priorities and provide equitable, culturally relevant care.

Reporting to the Manager, Cancer and Ontario Health Priorities, the Lead will connect Ontario Health portfolios, business units and regions with governments, health service providers, agencies, and community partners. This role offers the opportunity to shape provincial and regional Indigenous health initiatives, advise senior and system partners, and translate the FNIMUI Health Framework and Health Plan into coordinated action and measurable progress.

Key Responsibilities Build trusted partnerships

Lead engagement with internal and external partners, project teams, working groups and committees involved in policy, program design and health-system planning.

Strengthen nuanced relationships across Ontario Health Regions, FNIMUI communities, government agencies, clinicians, providers, councils, networks and professional associations.

Participate in the Provincial Indigenous Leadership Network and guide regional Indigenous teams and leads in coordinating shared priorities.

Support Ontario Health portfolios and business units in building capacity to lead Indigenous initiatives.

Lead complex, high-impact work

Provide strategic leadership for cross-portfolio and regional projects, including Indigenous health equity obligations within Service Accountability Agreements.

Manage an assigned portfolio from concept through implementation, including requirements, process redesign, procurement, system design, testing, risk, scope and issue resolution.

Develop analyses, briefing notes, reports, presentations, business cases and options papers for complex operational and health-system issues.

Support ongoing reporting to Ontario Health leadership on implementation of the FNIMUI Health Plan and ensure high-quality, timely deliverables.

Bring Indigenous health expertise

Embed Indigenous cultural values and perspectives in programs, policies and implementation with and for FNIMUI peoples.

Review provincial and regional Indigenous initiatives and provide strategic recommendations that reflect FNIMUI needs and relevant strategies.

Advise Ontario Health portfolios and regions on implementing the FNIMUI Health Framework and Health Plan, including commitments and reporting.

Coordinate with the Measure, Monitor and Evaluate team to align projects with Indigenous data governance processes.

Communicate and influence

Translate complex concepts into clear written, verbal and visual materials for senior leaders, Indigenous communities and health-system partners.

Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to resolve issues, manage engagement risk and protect trust