Project Manager - Enterprise Project Management Office

Centre for Addiction and Mental HealthToronto, ON

30+ days ago

Salary

CAD38.61 hourly

Job description

Job Description

The CAMH Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) is currently seeking a Project Manager for a full-time, contract position (12 months). The Project Manager (PM) will report directly to the EPMO Senior Portfolio Manager, Director, or Senior Project Manager and to project sponsors for project deliverables. The Project Manager will primarily work on youth-focused initiatives related to addiction treatment.

In response to the adoption of Bill 128, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is launching a series of initiatives to support youth in Ontario facing challenges related to nicotine, vaping, substance use, problem gambling, and technology use. These programs will offer a variety of evidence-based treatments and interventions through education, and both in-person and virtual care, specifically targeting youth. Leveraging CAMH's expertise and infrastructure, the initiatives will include tailored interventions, early intervention strategies, and bilingual resources. Strategic partnerships, both internal and external, will ensure broad access and impactful outcomes. These programs are aligned with provincial priorities on youth wellness and mental health, focusing on delivering accessible and effective support across the province. The implementation team will work closely with education system, boards of education, and schools to develop and deliver the programs.

The incumbent will be responsible for hands-on leadership as well as execution of work in order to achieve goals and objectives relating to the assigned project(s). This may involve direct and / or indirect supervision of staff delivering on project tasks (task assignment, coaching, mentoring, performance management) and budget management to ensure projects are within scope, on budget and on schedule.

The Project Manager will be responsible for working with multiple clinical, administrative, and executive stakeholders both internal and external to CAMH. The Project Manager will develop work plans, accountabilities, timelines, requirements, communication plans, change management plans, training plans, etc. for the assigned project(s) with key stakeholders and ensure these deliverables are developed and executed in a manner which supports agreed upon timelines and objectives. The Project Manager will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on all aspects of the project(s) in accordance with EPMO processes. This position may also include project administrative tasks.

You will support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

Hands on work across : initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and close of all of project related activities
Managing stakeholders to ensure that there is agreement to scope, approach, deliverables and budget to achieve overall success of the project
Management of assigned project resources – setting of context, task assignment, setting performance targets and managing performance
Utilizing the CAMH project management methodology to drive project standards, identifying risk and issues, adhering to a formal change process and executing activities that achieve the deliverables as stated in the project charters and scope statements
Providing leadership to and facilitate meaningful engagement of all stakeholders, including early identification and management of conflicting priorities
Building effective and collaborative relationships with various project teams, portfolios, and leadership teams within and external to CAMH;
Resource management for assigned project management resources;
Budget development and tracking for project and operational work

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

NOTE : The Project Manager will be the key point person for the project and be responsible for the hands-on development and execution of project deliverables.

Working closely with the leadership team to develop the project approach / strategy and plans;

Identifying project objectives, milestones, and deliverables and working with the relevant project teams to successfully achieve them;

Establishing priorities, coordinating and supporting project teams members in their roles;

Identifying risks and mitigation strategies;

Identifying project issues and working with the team to resolve the issues;

Project reporting both internally and to external project funders;

Facilitating inter-professional working group sessions and / or steering committees;

Reviewing processes to ensure that internal controls are appropriate;

Developing and delivering project presentations for various stakeholders both internal and external, including executive audiences;

Conducting benefits realization / evaluation activities;

Synthesizing literature and writing reports including business cases and briefing notes;

Developing and implementing the communication plan with input from key stakeholders;

Co-ordination and collaboration with other CAMH project teams as necessary;

Directly and / or indirectly supervising project team members;

As a senior leader in the organization providing coaching and mentoring and performance feedback as necessary to project team members and others as identified;

Managing project and operational budgets.

Candidate will need to be flexible for scheduling and hours will need to be adjusted as per project schedule and deliverables.

Minimum Requirements

Possess a university degree, in health care or another relevant field

Minimum 5 years demonstrated progressive and relevant experience in project management with increasing complexity and scope (preferably in healthcare, education, social services or a similar area)

PMP is an asset

Experience working in a healthcare environment is an asset

Knowledge of the mental health and addictions sector is an asset

Experience working on healthcare projects in a clinical setting

Experience working on software implementations is an asset

Procurement experience is an asset

Excellent interpersonal skills are required

Experience working with diverse clients and stakeholders is required

Experience working with youth is an asset

Experience working collaboratively with government, social service organizations, etc. is an asset

Change management skills and experience are required

Strong organization and planning skills required

Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills are required

Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt and manage changing priorities is required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required

Other Skills :

Bilingualism (French / English) and / or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.