Job Description

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Summary

Reporting to the Provincial Director, Research, Evaluation and Data, the Leader, Data Management and Mobilization is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive data strategy that outlines the vision for effective data management and use at Foundry. The leader oversees a team responsible for the overall management of Foundry data assets including data governance, data quality, data linkage and storage, and use of data at Foundry by both internal staff and external data users including lead agency partners and researchers.

The leader will work closely with the research, evaluation and data Leadership team as well as other key teams across Foundry central office including services, knowledge translation, policy and engagement to facilitate opportunities build capacity in data literacy and advance data mobilization initiatives. The leader will support Foundry\xe2\x80\x99s learning health system by enhancing access and use of data by the Foundry network, Foundry staff, clients and families, and other partners (including government). In addition, the leader will provide leadership for provincial and national data initiatives in integrated youth services and youth mental health and substance use.

Qualifications / Skills and Education

Education, Training and Experience
Master\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Epidemiology, Health Information Science, Public Health, Measurement, Statistics, Biostatistics or related degree plus seven (7) to ten (10) years\xe2\x80\x99 recent experience including direct leadership of projects/teams.
Previous health care experience is an asset.
A minimum of seven (7) years\xe2\x80\x99 experience working collaboratively in a large, complex organization with direct experience developing and implementing a data strategy and serving as the Subject Matter Expert.
Extensive experience leading projects that include data quality, data linkage and working with complex databases.
Experience working in a collaborative environment that includes working with researchers and/or evaluators.

Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge of health research methodology, principles and procedures.
Knowledge of provincial and national privacy and data sharing legislation.
Demonstrated ability to lead system initiatives, including project planning and management methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and facilitate multi-stakeholder or multi-partner initiatives.
Knowledge of the delivery of care in a health care system, government processes and health authority structures and responsibilities.
Demonstrated knowledge of principles of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion within a data context (e.g., knowledge of OCAP, EGAP).
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to promote teamwork, work collaboratively and build consensus with diverse groups, and provide leadership, guidance and direction to staff.
Advanced skills in problem solving, planning, change management and group process
Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking and effective decision-making.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization, including advanced report presentation and writing skills.
Ability to critically assess policy and procedures and effect change.
Ability to respond to changing priorities and unforeseen circumstances.
Effective facilitation skills and the ability to motivate and influence leaders.
Ability to effectively manage budget and staff resources.
Ability to organize, prioritize and balance work.
Ability to operate related equipment, including computer software applications.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides leadership in the refinement and implementation of Foundry\xe2\x80\x99s Data Governance Strategy. This includes leading the development, implementation and auditing of standards, protocols, and procedures to ensure data quality, safety, and accountability. Ensures the application of frameworks for the use of Indigenous knowledge and data (including OCAP), as well as Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion principles in the strategy.
Provides leadership in meeting the data-related needs of the Foundry Network including: supporting the data team to respond to data-related requests and queries from across the Foundry Network including (but not limited to) data access requests, consent procedures, data storage, data management, appropriate uses, ethics approvals, and research projects.
Leads the development and implementation of data linkage initiatives to link Foundry data with provincial databases. Works with internal staff and external agencies (including government) to identify strategic opportunities for data linkage to support research and evaluation priorities at Foundry.
Leads the development of data infrastructure to help transform data access and management and supports data mobilization and use through use of business intelligence tools and data storytelling. Supports the data team to build capacity in data literacy and usage and takes and engagement-focused approach to data mobilization.
Oversees protocols governing Foundry data privacy and access, including Information Sharing Agreements. Works with PHC Privacy to ensure Foundry\xe2\x80\x99s legal obligations and best practices in consent, privacy, and confidentiality are followed.
Provides leadership to analysts working with data and assists with end-to-end data management governance and logistics. Prioritizes work assignments among team members and reallocates workload to meet operational demands. Monitors operational capacity of team members and makes adjustments when necessary.
Leads the development of a high-quality Foundry \xe2\x80\x9ccore dataset\xe2\x80\x9d that will support research, evaluation and data initiatives and enable national collaborations.
Works to develop and implement systems for identifying and rectifying data quality issues in collaboration with the services team and research, evaluation and data leadership.
Develop the infrastructure for effective and efficient use of Foundry\xe2\x80\x99s data for research and evaluation purposes, use by the broader Foundry team and Foundry network. Implements approaches for effective uptake and use of evidence within Foundry Central Office, the Foundry\xe2\x80\x99s network and provincial government agencies.
Coordinates and facilitates opportunities for training and data literacy across the Foundry network to increase use of data to improve outcomes and experiences of young people and families and support Foundry\xe2\x80\x99s learning health system.
Works with the research, evaluation and data leadership team to develop and mobilize pan-Canadian partnerships related to data. Engages with partners to identify projects, grants, knowledge translation and knowledge mobilization opportunities.
Leads applications for strategic funding opportunities to support data infrastructure at Foundry (e.g., federal funders, provincial funders, government contracts, and other funding opportunities surfaced by the philanthropy team)
Leads development of a budget and activity plan for the data program that meets team goals and objectives. Monitors expenditures, identifies financial issues, and seeks to adhere to budget or take corrective action.
Provides leadership and direction to the data team, coaches and mentors staff; encourages staff development; monitors and evaluates staff to ensure effective performance of duties.
Performs other related duties as required.
Vaccination Flag

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Providence Health Care must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

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