As per the current Public Health Orders (Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

PROJECT COORDINATOR, QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
BC CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN HIV/AIDS
Epidemiology and Population Health

Please note: Only Canadian Citizens, legal residents or residents with a legal work permit will be considered.

STATUS: This is a temporary full-time position.

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday

JOB START DATE: As soon as possible

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

LOCATION: BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS (BC-CfE), Vancouver, BC

JOB:
The Project Coordinator works closely with Project Lead to plan and implement quality improvement initiatives and projects and ensures effective methodologies are used in all aspects of project coordination. Functions overseen by the Project Coordinator include the planning, development and implementation of Quality Improvement initiatives and other related activities at the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS.

ORGANIZATION:
The BC-CfE is a world-renowned HIV/AIDS research centre with an integrated group of research concentrations in Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Trials, Population Health and Epidemiology, Health Economics and Professional Education Programs. A multidisciplinary team of Health Economists, Epidemiologists, Clinical Researchers, Statisticians, Programmers, and Data Analysts work collaboratively within the research concentrations to improve the health of British Columbians with HIV through the development, ongoing monitoring and dissemination of comprehensive research and treatment programs for HIV and related diseases.

BENEFITS: Employee benefits include medical, dental, as well as accrued vacation and sick time.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Establishes detailed project plans and objectives outlining timelines and deliverables using project management methods to ensure successful implementation of project deliverables.
Coordinates and facilitates project events and activities.
Tracks, monitors and reports on project progress using electronic reporting tools and reports on major barriers encountered.
Prepares, edits and distributes regular project status reports and related documents to inform leadership and funders of progress.
Assists in the preparation of abstracts, posters and PowerPoint presentations using project reports and data to support knowledge translation and dissemination.
Works collaboratively with all project stakeholders and contributors through effective communication to sustain Quality Improvement activities at the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS.
Performs other related duties as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree in health sciences, public health, health administration or a related field supplemented by a minimum of two years of related professional experience in health care administration, preferably organizing and coordinating Quality Improvement projects and/or grant-based programs;

Knowledge and experience in applying project management methods
Experience in preparing publications, documents, reports (qualitative and quantitative) and communication materials for mass distribution
Knowledge and experience in applying Quality Improvement methodologies (PDSA, LEAN, SIGMA, etc.)

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of health care policy and administration, including trends in health care planning, policy, management and program evaluation.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
Strong logistical and administrative skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate
clearly and effectively in person, over email, and by telephone; and to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and flexibility in various situations.
Strong problem solving, conflict management and team building skills.
Ability to analyze programs and initiatives and make improvement recommendations.
Ability to work independently, and cooperatively in a group situation.
Demonstrated ability to work in a computerized setting utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, web technology and data processing.
Ability to collate data and develop graphs.
Practice facilitation skills is an asset.

Please include in your letter of submission:

Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter detailing experience and interests

CONTACT: Human Resources Coordinator; careers@bccfe.ca

APPLICATION DEADLINE: until position is filled

Status

This is a temporary full-time position.

Deadline

UNTIL FILLED

Career excerpt

The Project Coordinator works closely with Project Lead to plan and implement quality improvement initiatives and projects and ensures effective methodologies are used in all aspects of project coordination. Functions overseen by the Project Coordinator include the planning, development and implementation of Quality Improvement initiatives and other related activities at the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS.

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PROJECT COORDINATOR, QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
BC CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN HIV/AIDS
Epidemiology and Population Health

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