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In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Project Portfolio Director or designate, the Project Manager is responsible for leading key organizational priorities within the assigned project portfolio. Working collaboratively with Island Health programs, consultants, and partners, the Project Manager leads the project team by planning activities, oversight and coordination for the implementation of assigned project(s), including the support of continuous improvement and change initiatives. Consults and provides expertise to operational leaders, staff, vendors and other internal and external partners throughout the project lifecycle.

QUALIFICATIONS

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Health Information Science, Computer Science or related field. A minimum of five (5) years' recent, related experience, including project management experience, working within or directly with a health care system. Knowledge of, and experience in, working with the Project Management Institute's PMBOK methodology.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of project / change management principles and methodologies, specifically the PMBOK methodology.
• Demonstrates expert ability to develop and implement plans and strategies.
• Proven leadership and management skills with an excellent sense of corporate priority and a strong business acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• High level of facilitation, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and problem-solve complex issues towards creative solutions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, and balance multiple activities concurrently while working effectively under time pressures to meet deadlines.
• Ability to lead with humility and foster cultural safety.
• Demonstrated ability to use appropriate strategies to resolve conflict and build consensus between interest-holders on critical issues.
• Strong strategic thinker and systems approach to problem solving.
• Demonstrated commitment to on‑going learning and professional development.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills coupled with the ability to write or edit high quality business documents such as progress reports, project charters, project plans, risk management plans and communication plans etc.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets at a project level.
• Exhibits a strong understanding of the complex health care environment to elicit credibility with all levels of the organization.

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