Manager, Funding Programs and Alliances – Canadian Blood Services

Title of the Job: Manager, Funding Programs and Alliances

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Description: Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working at our Ottawa office – 1800 Alta Vista Drive, and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.Job category: Innovation, research and science
Job posting ID: 6491​Employment status: Regular full-time
Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $106,890 to $123,178Application deadline: 2024-10-14Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the .Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular, full-time Manager, Funding Programs and Alliances to join our dynamic Innovation and Portfolio Management team in our Medical Affairs and Innovation division.The Medical Affairs and Innovation division provides medical and scientific leadership across a range of specialized areas both within Canadian Blood Services and in interacting with external partners and stakeholders. The Innovation and Portfolio Management group is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services through surveillance, research, development, knowledge mobilization and fresh blood portfolio management.The Knowledge Mobilization & Strategic Alliances team within Innovation and Portfolio Management is responsible for developing and managing programs that facilitate research, that support clinical practice and knowledge management. In this role you will oversee Canadian Blood Services’ research and training funding programs and will be accountable for developing strategic relationships with internal and external partners.Formula for success

• Drawing on your experience in strategy alignment, you will be responsible for defining and assessing research and training strategies that address organizational strategic goals, align research priorities, integrate knowledge mobilization principles, and ensure financial adequacy.
• Harnessing your excellent project management skills and expertise, you will be responsible for the planning, management, development, and execution of projects to support research and training programs strategies. These include project plan and deliverable reviews, project risk assessment and mitigation, and resolution of project-related issues.
• Utilizing your superior interpersonal and communication skills, you will provide strong and effective leadership to direct reporting employees, including conducting performance appraisals, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring team members are effectively deployed to accomplish and support goals and objectives.
• Leveraging your ability to understand and incorporate corporate culture and processes, you will promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement by implementing SOPs and best practice standards within all programs.
• Using your process development skills and experience, you will develop and implement processes to facilitate appropriate financial administration of research funding, following applicable best practices.
• Your experience working with senior management and external partners will be used in developing and maintaining dynamic and productive partner relationships with government and non-government organizations, including Health Canada, CIHR and Mitacs.
• Utilizing your attention to detail and your experience with data management you will oversee the collection of performance metrics to generate accurate reports ensuring all agreement requirements are met.

Desired education and skills

• Post-graduate level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution, preferably in Health Sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of combined experience including two or more of the following: Program management and evaluation, Research administration and governance, Strategy development and implementation, Project management, financial administration.
• 5+ years’ experience in managing human and financial resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Canadian research landscape operations and policies is required.
• Strong sense of research and training funding innovation and the ability to integrate current and future funding trends to enable business strategy is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current scientific issues in the transfusion and blood stem cell transplantation medicine fields is an asset.
• Knowledge of risk management concepts is an asset.
• Advanced verbal and written communications skills in English.

What we offer you

• 4 weeks’ vacation
• Annual performance award up to 10%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at one of Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time.
• Travel requirements – minimal travel will be required for annual conferences, meetings and partnership building opportunities.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add [email protected] and [email protected] to your safe senders list.Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.#LI-HYBRID
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Company Name: Canadian Blood Services

Salary: $106890 – 123178 per year

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