Competition #2025-351-CSProject Manager, Accreditation (2025-351-CS)Employment Type:Contract Salary (18 months), Non-Bargaining Unit Work Hours:35 hours/week (M-F 9am-5pm)Work Setting:Onsite – Limited opportunities to work remotely Salary:$75,000 - $85,000Application Deadline:August 5, 2025 by 11:59 pm
Program Overview – Project Management Office, Central Services
The Project Manager, Accreditation is responsible for leading and coordinating all aspects of the organization's preparation for the Canadian Centre for Accreditation (CCA) survey. Reporting to the VP, PMO, with a dotted line into the leadership team of the units undergoing surveys, this role ensures the organization meets CCA standards by overseeing self-assessments, evidence gathering, stakeholder engagement, and overall survey preparation and logistics. The Specialist plays a key role in fostering a culture of quality improvement and organizational readiness and will be responsible for guiding the organization to a successful survey.
This is an 18-month, full-time contract position focused on achieving successful CCA accreditation. The Project Manager, Accreditation will develop and execute a comprehensive project plan, liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders to meet key accreditation milestones. The role involves managing cross-functional teams, delivering training, supporting the survey process, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Work will be hybrid, with opportunities to work remote, but some on-site presence required as needed to best support the team and through the actual survey period in November 2026.
What You Will Do
Project Planning & Coordination

• Develop and maintain a detailed work plan and timeline for all accreditation-related activities.
• Act as the main liaison with the CCA and coordinate communications with the survey team.

Self-Assessment & Documentation

• Lead the organization through the CCA self-assessment process.
• Collect and organize evidence to demonstrate compliance with accreditation standards.
• Conduct gap analyses and track progress on readiness indicators.

Staff Engagement & Training

• Provide training and orientation sessions for staff and leadership on CCA standards and survey expectations.
• Promote awareness and understanding of accreditation requirements across all levels of the organization.

Survey Readiness & Execution

• Coordinate the logistics of the on-site or virtual survey, including scheduling, materials preparation, and team briefings.
• Support surveyors and internal teams during the survey process.

Post-Survey Activities

• Assist in the debrief process and support development of post-survey action plans.
• Document lessons learned and recommend process improvements for future accreditation cycles.

Reporting

• Prepare regular updates and reports for leadership, highlighting status, risks, and recommended actions.
• Maintain organized records of all accreditation-related documentation.

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor's degree in Health Administration, Business, Social Services, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in accreditation, quality assurance, or program evaluation, preferably with CCA or a similar framework.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to manage complex timelines and deliverables.

What Will Set You Apart

• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience facilitating meetings and delivering presentations or training.
• Ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, program staff, and external partners.
• Familiarity with quality improvement methodologies and accreditation standards.

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