Senior Data and Analytics Advisor

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, the Senior Data and Analytics Advisor identifies, develops, implements and maintains innovative responses to the information needs of the organization as well as ensures the department’s technical infrastructure is developed and sustained. This position synthesizes information and requests, from all levels of the organization, including operational and clinical management, to provide analysis and recommendations which have direct impact on decisions relating to the financial, human resources, and patient care services. Other responsibilities include project management and support, training, managing confidential information, user needs assessment and liaising with end users of decision support technology. Acts as a resource to Data and Analytics Advisors and provides senior expertise with respect to quality measurement and evaluation, utilization management strategies and information management and analysis. Liaises with staff and leadership in Finance, Quality Improvement, Change Initiatives, PHSA IMITS, Information Access and Privacy, Client Registration & Information Services, PHC Health Information Management (HIM) and People Teams.This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems or equivalent, plus five (5) years’ recent, related experience including technical experience in working with databases and decision support tools, preferably in a health care setting, as well as experience in managing technical projects and directing technical staff, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

ROLE SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

• Advanced knowledge of decision support tools and databases.
• General knowledge of current health care systems, issues and trends.
• Effective project management skills to define deliverables and develop project plans.
• Ability to analyze and problem-solve complex issues towards effective solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, facilitate and support a respectful and motivating workplace where individual competencies can thrive.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization, including advanced report presentation and writing skills.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens.
• 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.
• Effective facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking and effective decision-making.
• Ability to respond to changing priorities and unforeseen circumstances.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and balance work.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including current computer 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.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

Details

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.