Planning and Improvement Consultant

DEPARTMENT: Organizational Planning

ANTICIPATED START DATE: 14 Dec 2026

BARGAINING UNIT: Management and Non-Bargaining

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.JOB SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Director of Planning, the Planning Consultant plays a key role in understanding organizational needs and optimizing processes within the Vitalité Health Network. The incumbent conducts operational assessments to evaluate departmental performance, identify challenges, gaps, and opportunities for improvement, and formulate recommendations tailored to organizational realities. As part of their responsibilities, the Planning Consultant carries out strategic environmental scanning for the sectors under their responsibility by monitoring trends, best practices, innovations, government priorities, and comparable performance indicators. In collaboration with other enabling sectors, this strategic monitoring allows them to anticipate emerging issues, support organizational planning, and recommend innovative approaches that contribute to the achievement of strategic objectives. Acting as a key partner to operational sectors, the Planning Consultant also leads continuous improvement projects based on Lean principles by planning, coordinating, and supporting initiatives aimed at eliminating waste, optimizing processes, improving the patient experience, and increasing organizational value. In this capacity, they facilitate problem-solving workshops, engage stakeholders, and monitor the achievement of expected benefits. The role also includes coaching and supporting managers and teams, facilitating knowledge transfer, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and performance. Through these efforts, the Planning Consultant contributes to the sustainable adoption of new practices and the development of organizational capabilities.
REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences or a related discipline;
• Master's degree in a related discipline considered an asset;
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in business analysis, strategic planning, change management or quality improvement;
• Experience in the healthcare field considered an asset;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and other software used within the Network;
• Business analysis certification issued by the IIBA, PMI or another recognized organization considered an asset;
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification; willingness to obtain Black Belt certification within the established timeframe;
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or another recognized PMI professional certification considered an asset;
• Knowledge of the Agile approach and its project management principles considered an asset;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and persuasion skills;
• Transformational leadership skills, with the ability to mobilize, engage and act as a change agent;
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations tailored to different audiences;
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills;
• Ability to process, analyze and interpret data with accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills, effective time management and ability to establish priorities;
• Ability to travel within Vitalité Health Network and the province;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethics principles, the Network's management philosophy and organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality established by the Vitalité Health Network.
  
• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.