Our Background

At the University Hospital Foundation (UHF or Foundation), we want to help people live longer, and better – especially those who would benefit from a new form of treatment, or life-saving surgery.  

As agents of hope, we boldly seek solutions to seemingly insurmountable challenges, matching the determination and purpose-driven intensity of the healthcare teams we support. 

In the past ten years, generous donations from individuals and our corporate and strategic partners have contributed nearly $220 million dollars to advance world-leading patient care at the University of Alberta Hospital, Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute and Kaye Edmonton Clinic, as well as ground-breaking research at the University of Alberta. 

Your Purpose 

As the Project Manager & Partnerships Liaison in the Strategic Marketing and Alliances portfolio, your purpose is to build relationships and engage interested parties within the health and life sciences eco system through business development strategies, the creation of detailed development plans for projects, and playing a key role in the progress and success of current and existing UHF partnerships. 

Your Role

Reporting to the Director, Strategic Partnerships, The Project Manager & Partnerships Liaison is dedicated to relationship development and management, project management and timely reporting of the projects funded through the Foundation’s strategic marketing and alliances portfolio. You will provide direct oversight of strategic partnerships within this portfolio and will ensure continuity of information, management of scope, timeline review, and reporting. 

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working collaboratively with a high-performing team, and are eager to make a difference in the health sector, we want to hear from you. Join us in building impactful relationships and driving positive change at the University of Alberta Hospital sites! 

Qualifications 

Education: 

• Completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma in or a related field 
• Project Management Professional Certification or similar project management designation would be considered a strong asset. 

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of related experience including managing projects and/or experience in health planning and decision support.
• Working knowledge of common research and data presentation methodologies and primary data collection and management methodologies.
• Understanding of the clinical research and innovation ecosystem within Alberta Health Services and the province will be considered a strong asset.  
• Experience in a similar position in a mid to large organization and or complex health ecosystem. (i.e. a health company, hospital, hospital system, academic medical center, or higher education) would be considered an asset.  
• Capacity to deal effectively, with poise and confidence, with potentially large private sector and public sector partners and interested parties. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with healthcare operations and environments – fundraising, and/or life sciences cycles. 
• Experience with grant and manuscript preparation.

Competencies: 

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects within tight timelines. 
• Strong understanding of contracts, contract execution, and contract negotiation. 
• Effectively running committee meetings both virtual and in person
• Navigating complex environments is critical to learn what projects and research is suitable to the various partnerships and funds. 
• Experience with facilitation and working with contracts and agreements. 
• Knowledge and understanding of the health and life sciences eco system would be considered an asset, however, no experience in this area can be supplemented with a willingness to learn.  
• Work accurately and effectively under pressure. 
• Ability to adapt to fast changing sector and workplace 
• Superior interpersonal, presentation and oral and written communication skills and communicate openly, effectively, and collaboratively. 
• Ability to adapt and remain dynamic across diverse partner relationships. 
• Exercise discretion and good judgment. 
• Integrate external expertise with internal needs and resources. 
• A proven track record in building and maintaining relationships. 
• Strong decision-making skills (when to be independent, when to consult steering committee). 
• Confident and self-sufficient with personal and professional integrity. 
• Understand the complexities of working in a large institution and able to navigate effectively in a complex organization. 
• Proficient in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planner and Outlook), virtual meeting software as well as the ability to work with computerized databases. 
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, integrity, resilience, accountability, and ethical behavior. 

A combination of education and experience will be considered. 

What We Offer 

We respect and value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity committed to building an inclusive environment for all applicants and team members. 

As an outcome-focused organization, UHF offers a flexible hybrid work environment consisting of in person and remote work.

Apply Now to Make a Difference! Visit https://givetouhf.ca/careers, and attach your cover letter and resume into one PDF. We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. As part of our recruitment process, you will be invited to participate in a Culture Index Questionnaire to help us get to know you better and will also be required to provide a Police Information Check.  

To learn more about us, visit our website at www.GiveToUHF.ca.