Associate Director, Data and Analytics, Centre of Excellence

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work to meet the needs of our organization. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time.

Job posting ID: 8766

Employment status: Regular full-time
Position's anticipated start date: 2026-07-06

Classification: MGMT
Salary/Rate of pay: $132,300 - $155,600

Application deadline: 2026-06-01

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

About the role
Canadian Blood Services is seeking a Regular Full-Time Associate Director, Data and Analytics, Centre of Excellence to join our Enterprise Data Management, Insights & AI team within the Digital Solutions and Technology division.

Our Digital Solutions and Technology division implements advanced systems and applications to gather and use data more effectively, creating better experiences for stakeholders, improving quality and productivity across operations and delivering superior products and services to Canadians. Our mission is to drive business value through exemplary leadership and innovation while building and safeguarding reliable digital solutions.

Reporting to the Director, Enterprise Data Management, Insights & AI, you will lead a multidisciplinary Data & Analytics Centre of Excellence team focused on data, analytics, modelling, and visualization to support strategic decision-making across the organization. You will oversee the development and delivery of enterprise analytics and reporting solutions, ensuring high-quality insights and data products are delivered to internal teams and external partners.

You will drive the execution of the enterprise data and analytics strategy in collaboration with business units, advancing innovation, performance measurement, and evidence-based decision-making across the organization. You will also translate complex analysis into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership, including the Executive Management Team. In addition, you will oversee corporate data governance initiatives, support the development of business cases for new analytics projects, and strengthen organizational analytics capability through data literacy programs, stakeholder engagement, and the promotion of consistent tools, methods, and standards.

Formula for success

• Drive the organization’s data and analytics strategy by delivering innovative solutions that enable predictive analytics and data-driven decision-making.
• Promote analytics adoption and capability development across the organization through mentorship, training, and the implementation of effective analytics tools.
• Lead the delivery of actionable insights and reporting solutions that identify trends and support strategic business decisions.
• Oversee the onboarding and integration of new data sources to enhance enterprise analytics capabilities.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of analytics professionals focused on innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.
• Partner with business areas to understand data and analytics requirements and deliver actionable insights that support quality improvement, operational effectiveness, planning, and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee budget and financial planning for the function, including forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring resources are aligned with organizational priorities and value delivery.

Desired education and skills

• Post-secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution, preferably a University Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in data analytics or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex programs from strategy through design, execution, and operational maturity.
• Strong bias for action, with the ability to advance initiatives in ambiguous or evolving environments.
• Proven ability to think strategically while executing tactically, balancing long-term vision with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse internal audiences and senior leaders.
• Proven ability to independently lead initiatives, set priorities, and deliver high-quality results within tight deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of health-related data and databases, with expertise in statistical and analytical tools, business intelligence platforms, and data visualization and reporting techniques.

What we offer you

• 4 weeks' vacation.
• Annual performance award up to 10%.
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at a Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
• This role may require occasional travel for team meetings and project comittments.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.

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