DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
OPEN COMPETITION
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
FREDERICTON

The Department of Health has an opening for the Director of Business Management within the Pharmaceutical Services Branch.

As the Director of Business Management, you will:

• Lead the development, implementation, management, monitoring, and evaluation of New Brunswick public drug plans and cost containment strategies in order to provide cost-effective drug coverage to residents of New Brunswick;
• Lead New Brunswick's participation in the pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA). This includes regular participation on pCPA meetings and discussions and providing strategic advice and expertise. It also includes leading negotiations with drug manufacturers;
• Provide leadership, expertise, and direction on negotiating and managing drug product listing agreements with pharmaceutical manufacturers;
• Oversee the administration of the NB Drug Plans by the third-party administrator. This includes directing the development and implementation of policies, procedures, standards, and strategies while managing day-to-day operational questions and issues;
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including the pharmaceutical industry, community pharmacy, and the private insurance industry;
• Collaborate with federal, provincial, and territorial jurisdictions on pan-Canadian pharmaceutical initiatives;
• Lead or participate in special projects that support the Pharmaceutical Services Branch's Strategic Plan;
• Provide strategic advice on pharmaceutical issues to the Department of Health's senior leadership, other Government Departments, and other Department of Health branches.

Who you are:

• You shine when you are able to effectively contribute fresh ideas and innovative solutions for your organization and your clients.
• You are an effective communicator, adept at presenting detailed factual and conceptual information on issues that require explanation and interpretation.
• You are comfortable and effective working with executives, external stakeholders, clients and all levels of the organization.
• You enjoy collaborating with a dynamic team and are continuously seeking ways to add value.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy with a minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in different pharmacy practice settings, which includes a minimum of 3 years experience in drug plan management, pharmaceutical sector, or government.
• Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability on your application

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensue that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

In the event that this competition poses difficulties in recruiting a qualified candidate, a covering off appointment at a lower level may be made. In that case, candidates with less than the required related years of experience may also be considered.

Asset Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates that possess one or more of the following asset qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or a related field
• Experience with leading or managing complex, multi-faceted projects or strategic initiatives
• Experience with negotiation processes and strategies
• Experience with contract management
• Knowledge of health policy and publicly funded health systems

Candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications, in addition to the essential qualifications, in order to be given further consideration.

Behavioural Competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies: Check out our competencies here!

• Strategic Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Relationship/Network Building

Technical Competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Written Communication
• Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
• Presentation Skills

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Salary: $120,666 to $132,782 per annum

What can GNB offer you:

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• Career growth, development and continuous learning opportunities.

How to apply:

We encourage applicants to apply on-line at https://www.ere.gnb.ca/competition.aspx?lang=E&t=Y or by mail at the following address by June 4, 2025, indicating competition number 35-25-0004. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Health
Human Resources
4th floor, 520 King Street
Fredericton, NB E3B 5G8
Telephone: (506) 453-4331
E-Mail: [email protected]

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

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