Senior Manager, Strategic Planning - OICR - Toronto, Ontario

　　Position: Senior Manager, Strategic PlanningLocation: MaRS Centre, TorontoDepartment: Strategic Planning and Performance Reports To: Head, Strategy, Governance and Partnerships Salary: Commensurate with level of experience Hours: 35 hours/week Job Type: Hybrid Status: Full-Time, Temporary (until September 2025)

　　The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Planning to support the development of OICR’s strategic plan and supporting business case. This critical role will work closely with the Head, Strategy, Governance and Partnerships, the senior leadership team and the Communications team in executing a highly consultative strategic planning process to identify, assess and develop Institute priorities and associated budget, and prepare the 2026-2031 OICR strategic plan and a compelling funding request to the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. This position is temporary, full-time until September 2025. OICR is Ontario’s cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives.

　　Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independen t institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Position responsibilities include:

　　Conducts primary and secondary research to analyze trends/developments, and assess new opportunities

　　Coordinates and leads consultations and workshops, preparing materials including (but not limited to): meeting agendas, interview questions, synthesized notes, terms of reference, and proposals

　　Prepares and presents slide decks and other material to support stakeholder engagement

　　Prepares, disseminates and analyzes stakeholder surveys to obtain input that will inform the strategic plan, and compiles recommendations based on the results

　　Manages and monitors the work of any consultants working on aspects of the strategic plan

　　Synthesizes information, interprets and uses critical thinking skills to draw conclusions, propose options and formulate recommendations

　　Writes and edits reports including landscapes and white papers, consulting others as required to obtain required information and feedback

　　Working with the Communications team, assists in the design, writing and collation of sections of the Strategic Plan into a coherent and compelling document

　　Lead the development of a compelling business case and funding request to the Ontario government in support of the strategic plan

　　Working with the Communications team, support stakeholder engagement to build support for the strategic plan and business case submission

　　Leads strategic projects, as required, to help transform institute practices and operations

　　Translates identified strategic priorities to tactical execution, managing the projects and changes needed to support the implementation of the strategic plan

　　Manages the department’s cost centre to monitor spend on strategic planning activities

　　Participates in initial project design, providing advice on planning methodology, process, timelines and provides project management as required

　　Researches best practice for data collection; analyzes, evaluates and interprets data/information requirements for projects

　　Establishes/maintains relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and external consultants

　　Performs cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested

　　Qualifications:

　　Master’s degree in a health, life sciences, public health or related discipline

　　Practical and related experience in strategic planning

　　Management consulting experience, MBA or equivalent business experience is an asset

　　Understanding of cancer research and the cancer research ecosystem is an asset

　　Project management training is an asset

　　Advanced critical thinking and analytical skills

　　Detail-oriented, with a strong sense of the bigger picture

　　Excellent judgement

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Creative and flexible mindset

　　Strong organizational skills, with ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines

　　Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

　　For more information about OICR, please visit the website at www.oicr.on.ca .

　　To learn more about working at OICR, visit our career page (https://oicr.on.ca/careers/) .

　　CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

　　OICR is committed to fostering a climate of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we support an inclusive culture for all. We welcome all applicants, and encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to furthering a diversity of ideas within our community. OICR is committed to fair assessment of a candidate’s abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience. Providing an accessible workplace and recruitment process is important to us, as described in our Accessibility Plan ( https://oicr.on.ca/accessibility/ ). Should you require accommodation during any stage in the recruitment process, please complete the form at the bottom of page https://oicr.on.ca/careers/ . Information received related to accommodation will be handled confidentially.

　　The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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