Program Coordinator- Community Oncology Education and Transitions of Care

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 221-26-713505590

Posting End Date: July 01, 2026

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: 825 Sherbrook St.

Department: Community Oncology Program

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $41.198, $44.007, $46.815, $49.616.

Job Summary:

CancerCare Manitoba (CCMB) provides health services in facilities located on the treaty territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline, Nehethowuk, Ininiwak, Nêhiyawak Nations and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We acknowledge northern Manitoba includes lands that were and are the ancestral lands of the Inuit. We acknowledge harms and dedicate ourselves to building relationships and collaborating with First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. Through this commitment, and rooted in Truth and Reconciliation, we will improve health experiences and outcomes for Indigenous Peoples. CCMB recognizes the importance of building an exemplary health care labour force that is inclusive and reflective of the population it serves. We are committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices, including increasing the representation of Indigenous Peoples at all levels of our workforce. We encourage First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals to apply. CCMB upholds legislation and guidance calls and provincial commitments in the following foundational documents: The Path to Reconciliation Act; Truth and Reconciliation Principles of Reconciliation; Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action; United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Articles; What We Learned to Date report on the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act; The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act Action Plan; National Inquiry Calls for Justice; Health System Commitment to Disrupt and Dismantle Racism. The Program Coordinator - Community Oncology Education and Care Transitions, works under the direction of the Manager and is responsible for leading the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and initiatives for primary care providers, cancer surgeons, CCMB staff, and Community Cancer Program staff across Manitoba. The role advances health equity, cultural safety, and trauma- and violence-informed practice as foundational principles, with a specific focus on improving cancer outcomes for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and other equity-denied populations.

This position leads the coordination for the Transitions of Care program, overseeing quality control of existing clinical processes and supporting the implementation of new transitions throughevidence-based approaches and consensus building with clinical teams. The role also leads the coordination of a provincial patient education materials program, managing the full lifecycle of materials development from intake through review, approval, and publication.

Working collaboratively with the program team, education coordinators, and a broad range of provincial interest holders, the coordinator ensures that educational programs, transitions of care initiatives, and patient resources are responsive to identified needs, grounded in CCMB’s clinical priorities, and aligned with the CCMB Roadmap and Accreditation Canada requirements. The incumbent coordinates grant submissions, reporting, and workplans, and provides direct day-to-day supervision to the Community Oncology Program Education team.

Qualifications:

Education

• Post secondary degree in Health Sciences, Social Services or Nursing is required from an accredited educational institution.
• Post-secondary education in project management is strongly preferred.
• Masters degree preferred

Experience

• 3 years project management experience - implementing in a healthcare or other relevant environment •
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• 2 years program planning and evaluation experience
• 2 years experience in planning educational programs or events for adults •
• 1 year of experience with writing applications for grant funding and progress reports, developing and managing work plans and budgets

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills and Abilities

• Experience in change management in a health care setting is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience in developing, leading, implementing and evaluating new projects/initiatives in a healthcare or clinical setting
• Understanding of the importance of clinical outcomes and pathways
• Knowledge of and experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis, evaluation and research methods
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including public speaking and presenting, as well as strong attention to detail
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all levels of staff, the general public, as well as internal and external interest holders and partners
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, liaise with, and support physicians, nurses, nurse navigators and other clinical staff / health professionals •
• Work in independent and team environments
• Demonstrated understanding of health equity, social determinants of health, and structural barriers—including systemic racism and the impacts of colonization—that may affect access to care and treatment, with specific understanding of equity-deserving populations
• Demonstrated facilitation and presentation skills
• Skilled in working with the internet, Windows platforms and Microsoft programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Project
• Completion of, or demonstrated commitment to completing, Indigenous cultural safety and anti-racism training
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action (2015) and Manitoba's Path to Reconciliation Act (2016)

Preferred:

• Certificate or degree in Adult Education
• Knowledge of transition of care points in the clinical care pathway
• Knowledge of the cancer care system and experience in the continuing education of health professionals
• Experience working in a primary care or cancer surgery setting
• Experience with electronic health records (EMR)
• PMP, PRINCE2 or PMBOK certification an asset
• PROSCI certification an asset
• Understanding of and experience working to address the impacts of colonization, systemic racism, and historical trauma on the health and wellbeing of impacted individuals and communities
• Experience working with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities and/or equity-deserving populations
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultural safety and anti-racism actions, inquests and reports, e.g., Jordan's Principle, Joyce's Principle, and the Brian Sinclair Inquest

Required Licenses, Registrations, Designations

• Active member in good standing of an associated regulatory body as appropriate

Physical Requirements

• May be required to travel throughout the service area requiring a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle.
• May be required to work occasional evenings and weekends o Some travel may be required.

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record
• Must be legally able to work in Canada
• Ability to speak French is considered an asset

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

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We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.