Strategic Initiatives Manager

Your Opportunity:

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies and recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. At Covenant Health, we are committed to delivering high quality, compassionate care across a diverse range of communities, including rural and underserved areas. The work we do is shaped by collaboration, innovation and a shared commitment to improving access, quality and sustainability of care. In this role, you will be part of a team that helps shape how care is planned and delivered across the organization. You will contribute to meaningful system-level work that supports patients, providers and communities, while working alongside clinical leaders, operational teams and external partners. This is an opportunity to be part of work that goes beyond day-to-day operations and influences the future of health services. You will thrive in an environment that values strategic thinking, collaboration and adaptability. Whether supporting long-range planning, working through complex challenges or bringing people together to align on shared priorities, your contributions will help drive meaningful change across the system. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta! NOTE: This position is based in Edmonton and requires regular in-office presence. Eligibility for a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office) can be considered upon successful completion of probation.

Description:

The Strategic Initiatives Manager provides leadership in health service planning, strategic initiatives and cross-functional coordination to support organizational and portfolio priorities, including initiatives that impact rural and community-based services. This role applies strong business insight to understand health system trends, service delivery models and operational realities. The position supports evidence-based planning through analysis of population needs, system performance and emerging trends to inform decision-making and strategic direction. Using a strategic mindset, the Manager leads and supports the development of long-range plans, service models and planning frameworks that improve access, integration and sustainability of care. This includes identifying gaps, opportunities and innovative approaches to enhance service delivery. Working in a complex and evolving environment, the role manages ambiguity and complexity by bringing structure, clarity and adaptability to planning and execution. The position supports organizational responsiveness to changing priorities, system pressures and emerging opportunities. The role collaborates closely with clinical leaders, operational teams, government and community partners, balancing stakeholders to support alignment, shared understanding and integrated planning. Strong relationship-building and facilitation skills are critical to advancing initiatives and achieving collective outcomes. This position is action oriented, leading and supporting initiatives from planning through execution. Responsibilities include coordinating projects, monitoring progress, removing barriers and ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. The role is accountable for driving results and delivering on strategic initiatives that improve care and service delivery across Alberta. This position is non-unionized.