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JOB SUMMARY:The Centre for Lung Health (CLH) at the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) is a research-driven, multidisciplinary centre that brings together internationally recognized leaders in respiratory research, clinical care and education including the Legacy for Airway Health (LAH) and other affiliated programs. The CLH integrates expertise across disciplines to accelerate discovery, improve clinical practice and enhance respiratory health through research, education, innovation and community partnerships. Guided by the principle that Research is Care and Care is Research, CLH's vision is to be the world leader in research and its application to prevention of and care for lung disease at the individual, community and population levels. By embedding research within clinical care through an integrated approach, CLH creates an environment in which new knowledge continuously improves practice while clinical and public health experience informs future discovery, improving outcomes.Reporting to the Director, Centre for Lung Health (CLH), the Program Manager, Partnerships, Strategy, and Operations is a key role in supporting the strategic leadership and operationalizing of the CLH’s mission, growth, and long-term sustainability. The Manager is responsible for advancing program development, funding and partnership opportunities, financial stewardship, governance, and operational excellence in alignment with CLH’s strategic priorities and vision. The Program Manager supports and provides leadership across all aspects of operations and works collaboratively with clinicians, researchers, administrators, and external partners to integrate organizational strengths with external strategic opportunities. The Manager demonstrates leadership in strategic planning, program development, financial management, human resources, and operations oversight. This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.QUALIFICATIONS:Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project/Quality Management or related discipline, supplemented with seven (7) years’ recent related experience in a progressively responsible administrative and/or financial management roles, preferably in a research environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.ROLE SPECIFIC EXPERTISEDemonstrated experience in the development of high-value funding proposals in collaboration with internal and external partners for institutional support. Sound business acumen to manage the fiscal resources for a designated portfolio in a financially responsible manner and consistent with the overall goals of the organization.Proven record in leading, mentoring and coaching teams and working effectively with staff.Demonstrated ability to independently and I a team-based environment. Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services while sensitive to diversity and indigenous lens.Comprehensive knowledge of research and administrative processes in an academic and health authority environments.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with a varied audience including senior administrators, faculty, students staff and members of the external community. Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills including the ability to prioritize and complete assignments and schedule activities in an effective manner that contributes to team success.Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups.Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.SHARED VALUES:You care for everyone:• You are compassionate, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of others.• You are respectful, treating people as equals, and valuing others’ perspectives and differences.• You are appreciative of others’ efforts and give them praise when it’s due.You are always learning:• You are open-minded, always receptive to different perspectives and ways of doing things.• You are curious and ask questions to find a deeper understanding.• You share your expertise and mentor others by sharing your knowledge and experience.You strive for better results:• You are accountable, and take responsibility for what you say, what you do, and who you engage in achieving better results.• You are a solution finder, empowered to solve the challenges we face in healthcare.• You take ownership for growth and development and personal development, always seek feedback and opportunities to improve how we do things.
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At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.
