Department: Health and Wellness
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 14-Jul-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

ABOUT US

The Department of Health and Wellness offers opportunities to grow and advance in a dynamic sector that touches the lives of all Nova Scotians. Along with our partners, including the Nova Scotia Health Authority and the IWK Health Centre, we are committed to continually improving our health care system. With a focus on collaborative primary health care, continuing care, improved supports for mental health and addictions, digital health, capital infrastructure, and more, the department is thinking differently about how to plan, fund, legislate and monitor to improve access and service delivery. To do this, we need leaders at all levels of the organization who embrace a challenge and believe in their ability to make a difference.
The Benefit Program Division of the Department of Health and Wellness provides evidence-based research, policy analysis, strategic planning, program design, monitoring, and evaluation to support the provision of drug, dental, optometry, prosthetic and other non-drug insured government programs and services. We work closely with our federal, provincial and territorial partners to ensure the best possible product listing agreements. We develop legislation, provincial policy, standards, and guidelines that are responsive to the changing health needs of Nova Scotians and aligned with the overall strategic vision and mission of the Department.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assists in the management and implementation of a number of contracts including drug product listing agreements and other programs’ benefits.
• Coordinates the implementation of new and existing program recommendations with staff, stakeholders and program users through the development of program plans, reviewing and updating programs and assisting with program evaluation.
• Assists in improving processes to support effective program delivery and implementation.
• Advises and mediates inquiries. Identifies needs and responds to questions and concerns from program users.
• Under direction of senior management, develops information materials (guides, manuals, etc.) related to program requirements and procedures for both public and internal use.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

You have a bachelor’s degree with one year’s experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

As the successful candidate:

• You are highly organized and multitask, keeping initiatives moving within a high paced environment.
• You have project management experience.
• You are detail oriented with proficiency in communication – both written and verbal.
• You are comfortable working in a team environment, and competent in Microsoft Office products, including excel.
• You have a passion for public service and delivering high quality benefits to Nova Scotians.

While not required, it is considered an asset if you have knowledge of government process and procedures.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

• Assists in the management and implementation of a number of contracts including drug product listing agreements and other programs’ benefits.
• Coordinates the implementation of new and existing program recommendations with staff, stakeholders and program users through the development of program plans, reviewing and updating programs and assisting with program evaluation.
• Assists in improving processes to support effective program delivery and implementation.
• Advises and mediates inquiries. Identifies needs and responds to questions and concerns from program users.
• Under direction of senior management, develops information materials (guides, manuals, etc.) related to program requirements and procedures for both public and internal use