Government of Alberta
Location
Edmonton, AB | Canada
Job description
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The Information Management Branch within the Health Information Systems Division facilitates the strategic planning and delivery of information management and technology systems and services that support the enterprise strategic goals of the Alberta Health Ministry and the health system. The eHealth Strategy and Governance Unit operates at a strategic level in relation to information management, technology planning and governance. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the unit manages the following functions:Health information strategy and planning.
eHealth information governance.
Strategic oversight of Alberta Health Services Connect Care (AHS’s clinical information system).
Oversight and support of other eHealth strategic initiatives.
Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) engagement and collaboration on eHealth. To maximize shared investments and contribute to collective outcomes, the unit works with FPT counterparts to facilitate the advancement of eHealth on a provincial and national scale.
Job Information
Job Title: e-Health Coordinator
Job Requisition ID: 50596
Ministry: Health
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967 - $94,068/year)
If you are passionate about health care, health information systems and you like thinking at a strategic level, and you want to take the next step in your career path, we want to hear from you! Join us as we navigate the intricacies of eHealth development and foster effective partnerships across many internal and external environments.
Reporting to the Director, eHealth Strategy and Governance (eHSG), and working with the eHSG Unit, fellow members of the Information Management Branch, and key personnel across Alberta Health, the eHealth Coordinator provides leadership in the strategic oversight, monitoring and reporting for the Alberta Health Services (AHS) Clinical Information System (CIS) Initiative, as well as other priority eHealth projects, initiatives, and/or programs. The position works within a fast-paced, complex and strategic business environment, using advanced analytical, project management, communication and professional expertise to monitor and advance priority eHealth projects, initiatives and/or programs. This includes supporting the eHealth Project Management Office (PMO). The eHealth Coordinator must have highly developed written and verbal communication skills to develop reports, briefings, presentations and other products for various audiences and stakeholder groups, including senior and executive management. The eHealth Coordinator needs to have knowledge of Alberta Health and Government of Alberta policies, procedures, processes, and standards related to project and procurement management. Where required, the eHealth Coordinator will also take a lead role in managing audit inquiries, and outcomes measurements related to eHealth projects, initiative, and/or programs. Responsibilities:Provide support for strategic oversight of the AHS CIS initiative.
Provide support in the establishment and ongoing operation of an enhanced eHealth Project Management Office.
Provide support for development and advancement of the Provincial eHealth Strategy; policy and program planning work associated with the eHealth Governance Program; and the eHealth Provincial Governance Structure, as required.
Lead, participate and contribute to projects that support the mandate and goals of Unit, Branch, Division and Ministry.
Qualifications
University degree (4 years) in a related field (e.g., Public Administration, Information Management/Technology, Business Administration), supplemented by four (4) years of progressively responsible related experience is required.
Experience in strategy development, project planning/management, coordination and business analysis;
Experience with eHealth and/or health information systems;
Experience in drafting briefing notes, policy documents, reports and presentations, in collaboration with appropriate subject-matter experts, for senior management.
Understand how health informatics and health information systems contribute to an organization's or the health sector's strategic direction.
Alberta Health and Government of Alberta policies, procedures, processing, and standards related to project and procurement management.
Have highly developed interpersonal skills and display a high level of sensitivity and mature judgment when dealing with a variety of sensitive, confidential, and complex situations and audiences.
Ability to operate independently with minimal direction to monitor the status of eHealth projects, initiatives, and/or programs, identified as a priority for Alberta Health.
The following items are considered an asset :
Certification in Business Analysis; and,
Project management certification.
Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
Applicants who qualify may be considered for an eHealth Policy Analyst position we have open at the same classification.
This is a full-time position working 36.25 hours per week. Our office is located at ATB Place in downtown Edmonton (10025 Jasper Avenue). It is a Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home). Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. This competition may be used to fill future roles at the same or lower classifications. The final candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks (Reference check/Criminal record and/or academic). Resume/Cover Letter:Working for the Alberta Public Service –
Pension plans:
Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
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Leadership and mentorship programs
Professional learning and development –
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreements
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Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:Agility: Identifies and manages required change and the associated risks.
Build Collaborative Environments: Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict.
Systems Thinking: Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals.
Develop Networks: Works on maintaining close relations with all stakeholders.
Creative Problem Solving: Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight:
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Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements. Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information. Current employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application to be recognized as an internal applicant. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) ( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.
If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michele Murphy at [email protected] .
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