COORDINATOR, CONTRACTS (CONTRACTS & POLICY DEVELOPMENT)

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a Coordinator, Contracts (Contracts & Policy Development) to join Northern Health.

The Coordinator, Contracts provides appropriate and timely information related to designated service contract portfolios between Northern Health (NH) and external service providers. The incumbent has a thorough understanding and knowledge of the Health Authority contract negotiations processes and systems, and maintains awareness of legal requirements, contract terms and reporting requirements to support the organization in maximizing value and minimizing risk in contractual relationships. The Coordinator provides a qualitative review of NH service contracts, confirming that contracts are providing value to the Health Authority. This position assists in writing deliverables for contracts, and assists managers with contract renewals and establishes monitoring systems to ensure the contract deliverables are met, supports contract performance, organizational decision-making and organizational performance improvement through analysis, monitoring and reporting of system performance. Provides budget, contract and report analysis and makes recommendations regarding budgeting and contract management processes and practices as requested. Works independently and communicates with internal and external stakeholders to communicate and exchange information in a manner that promotes positive and respectful relationships.

The salary range for this position is $63,484 (min) to $79,355 (midpoint) to $91,259 (max) per annum, based on 1.0 FTE. Northern Health typically establishes salaries within the minimum and midpoint of the salary range based on qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business Administration, Accounting / Finance or related discipline, plus five (5) years recent related contract management experience in a large complex environment and working with contract management databases.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Procurement experience an asset.

Skills and Abilities:
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management in Northern Health and with outside peers in related fields across other Health Authorities.
• Professional and courteous with excellent customer service
• Effective team member with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to compile and analyze data with a high level of detail.
• Flexible and willing to support the team where deemed necessary by the Manager.
• Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and to prioritize effectively.

Where you will be working:
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More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants