Program Planning Specialist

Position #: 205698

Expected Start Date: April 7, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Director Program Planning and Support

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Program Planning and Support (PPS) Specialist supports planning initiatives within the Insights for Better Health Division that align with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) strategic direction and continuous improvement activities. The Specialist consults and works closely with all levels of leadership to plan, develop and implement successful PPS strategies. The PPS Specialist facilitates the cross-departmental planning necessary to achieve the Insights for Better Health vision and measurable results. The PPS Specialist facilitates and provides detailed planning and ongoing consultation to advance integrated reporting and to establish a strong learning health system. The Specialist will foster existing partnerships, develop new partnerships and work closely with system and community partners. The position is required to work collaboratively with leaders, physicians, and staff within the SHA and leads through influence rather than authority.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Five (5) years leadership experience
• 3-5 years' experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a healthcare or management related discipline

Competencies

• Critical thinking skills
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Analytical skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan 
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/