About Digital Health Canada
Digital Health Canada is a Canadian not-for-profit association with over 7,000 members across the country. Their members are a diverse community of accomplished, influential professionals working to make a difference in advancing healthcare through information technology. Digital Health Canada fosters network growth and connection; brings together ideas from multiple segments for incubation and advocacy; supports members through professional development at the individual and organizational levels; and advocates for the Canadian digital health industry.
Members are supported by the Digital Health Canada National Office team. Together, the team develops and delivers the networking and professional development services that create value for its members: events and webinars, resources, thought leadership, and education and certification.
Digital Health Canada team values – “We Connect with Intention”
- Practice a Growth Mindset
- Teamwork & Collaboration – Work Together, Own Your Work
- Communicate Fearlessly & Build Trust
- Dare to be Different: make an impact and leverage diverse perspectives
- Innovate through Experimentation: have an entrepreneurial spirit
To learn more, please visit: www.digitalhealthcanada.com.
Chief Executive Officer
Digital Health Canada is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Reporting to the Board of Directors (‘the Board’), the CEO is responsible for the leadership and management of Digital Health Canada’s overall operations in accordance with its strategic priorities.
As the public face of Digital Health Canada, the CEO will immerse themselves in the Canadian digital health community as a relationship builder with innovative ideas and a growth mindset. The CEO is responsible for identifying and nurturing partnerships with public and private sector organizations; advocating for the digital health industry; developing member-focused programs; and overseeing and leading Digital Health Canada’s fully remote management team, staff, and contractors.
The CEO will collaborate with the Board to develop and execute the organization’s strategic plan, ensuring measurable outcomes and accountability; will ensure the development of approved plans and budgets as part of the annual planning and budgeting cycle; and make recommendations to the Board and/or Board committees.
Skills and Experience
The CEO will have a background in information technology, health, business administration, or a related field, and 10 years of leadership experience in an association or similar environment. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with expertise in both strategy and operations, particularly within organizations focused on Health IT and program delivery. Strong experience in member relations is highly valued, as is experience working at provincial and national levels. The CEO should have a deep understanding of the market and industry landscape, preferably with experience reporting to or supporting a strategic not-for-profit board and will use this to drive partnerships and growth opportunities for Digital Health Canada. The CEO will work with the Board and senior leadership team to provide strategic oversight, guidance, and a focus on association growth and sustainability. The CEO should have significant experience with public speaking, panel presentations, and meeting facilitation. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. The CEO will lead by example, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, transparency, equity, and member service. Some travel (both nationally and internationally) is required.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to www.miramsbecker.com/chief-executive-officer-digital-health-canada. For additional information contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com.
Candidates will be considered immediately. While we encourage candidates to come forward as soon as possible, applications should be received no later than November 15th, 2024.
Digital Health Canada is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity in connection with our vision, mission, values, and pillars. We strive to develop a team that reflects the diversity of the Canadian health ecosystem and the Digital Health Canada member community. We actively welcome nominations and candidates who are women, Black, Indigenous, LGBTQIA2S+ persons, gender-diverse individuals, or living with disability, as well as People of Colour or members of other racialized and marginalized groups.
We welcome requests for accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview or further steps, please let us know if you require any accommodations. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Digital Health Canada will provide accommodations, accessible formats, and communication supports upon request to ensure the interview process is inclusive for all applicants.