Job Description

Program Manager

There is a strong internal candidate for this position.
Primary Purpose: The Program Manager, Usask Continuing Pharmacy Education (Usask CPE), is responsible for the strategic oversight of the development, execution, and updates of programs, courses, and projects. This includes management of USask CPE team members. The Manager of Program Development is also responsible for supporting the USask CPE strategic priorities, accreditation, and policy creation.
Nature of Work: USask CPE is based out of the University of Saskatchewan, College of Pharmacy and Nutrition. We develop, implement, support, and evaluate continuing education and continuing professional development opportunities for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and healthcare professionals. USask CPE collaborates on continuing education courses with other health organizations and partners nationally. Reporting to the Associate Director, USask CPE, the successful applicant will function with a high level of independence and accountability. This position requires short, medium, and long-term planning, and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external interested parties and collaborators. The successful candidate will be proficient in independent decision making and short, medium, and long-term strategic planning. This is a high-volume position that requires the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, balancing competing deadlines, managing potential conflicts, and multi-tasking. Occasional travel in the province is required, as is attendance at some evening and weekend events. Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

• Manage the coordination, implementation and updates of learning activities, workshops, events, programs/courses, and presentations for pharmacy professionals and broader healthcare professionals.
• Supervise USask CPE Staff.
• Communicate and collaborate with external stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Develop and review USask CPE policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals who are utilizing USask CPE materials.
• Possess the functional expertise required to enhance the quality of patient care through education.
• Remain at the forefront of pharmacy practice and healthcare system changes and have a strong understanding of related issues.

• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Director

Qualities and assets:

• Knowledge regarding adult professional educational theories.
• Familiarity with instructional design and assessment strategies.
• Thoughtful about the educational needs and requirements of pharmacy professionals and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to effectively manage and support multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communicate clearly with a keen attitude towards collaboration.
• Passion for producing high-quality work.
• Possess a high degree of professionalism.
• Innovative and creative when determining plans of action/strategies.

Qualifications
Education: A first professional degree in Pharmacy (e.g. Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree or PharmD). Licenses: The successful applicant must be licensed (or eligible to be licensed) to practice pharmacy in Saskatchewan Experience: At least 7 years of pharmacy practice experience. Previous supervision and leadership/management experience considered an asset.

Skills: Demonstrated understanding of current pharmacy practice; demonstrated ability to lead people; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; effective time management and organizational skills; progressive thinking; self-motivation; strong interpersonal skills, ability to effectively embrace change and problem-solve in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; familiarity with Microsoft Office and Canvas an asset. Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Danielle Larocque at danielle.larocque@usask.ca . Department: College of Pharmacy &Nutrition
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $83,468.00 - 139,027.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 3
Posted Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date:
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask\'s Alternative Workspace Guidelines
The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where \'Yes\' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver\'s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\xe2\x80\x99s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.