MUST HAVES:

• Experience with Agile project management and development practices, managing the backlog, sprint planning, velocity tracking, Agile testing, retrospect, etc.
• Experience with project management software such as MS Project, Planview, Jira, or Microsoft DevOps Azure
• Experience working with federal/provincial/broader public-sector healthcare providers.
• Experienced in assisting in the creation and maintaining detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Provides regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.

Responsibilities:
Provide assistance to project managers and project team, in coordinating, planning, communicating, and executing the delivery of core project components.

· Manage project/work plans, tracking and analytics for the program/project execution.

· Responsible for creation and/or maintenance of management dashboards and executive summaries.

· Support the coordination of high-profile projects to ensure deliverables meet business needs on time and within budget.

· Assist in tracking project scope, timelines, and costs using OPS project management tools and frameworks.

· Communicate with ministry staff and external partners to support relationship management.

· Help gather and document project requirements and maintain detailed project schedules.

· Coordinate with team members to clarify roles, responsibilities, and expectations.

· Support conflict resolution and ensure knowledge sharing among team members.

· Assist in preparing and monitoring project budgets, including estimates and reconciliations.

· Use project management tools to record and report project data accurately.

· Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning and updates.

· Maintain and update the Integrated Project Plan (IPP) based on changes and feedback.

· Monitor project progress and timelines, and report on delays or risks/issues.

· Prepare regular status updates and progress reports for stakeholders.

· Track and log project issues, and support issue resolution processes.

· Help identify risks early and assist in developing mitigation strategies.

· Review and document change requests and update project plans accordingly.

· Support the development of business transformation and adoption plans.

· Create and maintain knowledge transfer documentation.

· Participate in steering committees and stakeholder meetings as needed.

· Assist in preparing reports and presentations for senior executives.

· Support change management efforts throughout all project phases.

· Promote adherence to OPS I&IT standards and best practices.

· Follow OPS Unified I&IT Project Methodology and eHealth Ontario gating processes.

• Demonstrate strong teamwork and reliability in meeting deadlines.