Director, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director, Cancer & Surgical Services, the Director, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Alberta's Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) portfolio. This role leads the development and implementation of policies, programs, and initiatives that support safe, equitable, and effective access to MAID services across the province.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead MAID policy development, strategic planning, and program implementation.
• Provide expert advice to senior leadership, the Minister's Office, and key stakeholders on complex policy and operational issues.
• Oversee issues management, legislative and policy reviews, and emerging trends impacting MAID services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government partners, healthcare organizations, and stakeholders to advance Ministry priorities.
• Lead cross-functional teams and collaborative initiatives to improve access, service delivery, and patient outcomes.
• Represent the Ministry on cross-ministry, provincial, and national committees and working groups.
• Foster innovation, continuous improvement, and evidence-based decision-making within the MAID portfolio.
  
  

This position requires a collaborative and strategic leader with strong policy, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills, capable of navigating complex healthcare issues and driving meaningful outcomes for Albertans.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Systems Thinking - Ability to understand complex healthcare, policy, and stakeholder environments, assess impacts across the health system, and develop integrated solutions that support access to MAID services.
• Creative Problem Solving - Ability to analyze complex issues, identify innovative solutions, and develop strategic approaches to address emerging policies and operational challenges.
• Build Collaborative Environments - Fosters a culture of trust, inclusion, and teamwork by bringing diverse stakeholders together to achieve shared objectives and deliver meaningful outcomes.
• Develop Networks - Builds and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners, leveraging networks to advance priorities, influence decisions, and support effective delivery service.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A university degree in a field related to the position assignment Health or Business Administration, supplemented by seven (7) years progressively responsible experience.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
  
  

Assets: 

• Thorough knowledge of Alberta’s healthcare system, including Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID), emerging healthcare issues, and government priorities.
• Experience leading complex, large-scale programs or initiatives, including strategy development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of quality improvement, standards, change management, and transformation principles within the healthcare sector.
• Significant senior-level healthcare or MAID experience, with the ability to navigate complex issues and build credibility with health system leaders, service providers, and key stakeholders.
  
  

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Hours of Work

• 7.25 Daily Hours
• 36.25 Weekly Hours
• 8:15AM to 4:30PM (Monday to Friday)
• Location: TELUS House, 10020 - 100 Street NW Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6
• Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
  
  

A cover letter is required and will be used as part of the assessment process. Applicants should highlight relevant experience and explain how they meet the qualifications of the position.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance