Position Type: Full-time
Location: St. John’s, NL
Company: Branch Innovations, a Division of Seafair Capital

About Us
Branch Innovations is at the forefront of health innovation, dedicated to transforming care delivery through innovative solutions. Our focus lies in process innovation and bridging gaps between healthcare settings to ensure seamless transitions of care and better outcomes for participants. By collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including government, healthcare providers, and private organizations, we develop and implement impactful programs and technologies that address real-world challenges in healthcare.

Role Overview
We are seeking an entrepreneurial, self-starter to join our team as a Health Innovation Project Manager. This individual will lead complex projects in health innovation, managing every aspect from conception to successful implementation. The ideal candidate is skilled in change management and adept at translating vision into actionable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of health innovation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

• Change Management: Develop and implement strategies to support adoption and sustainability of innovative solutions, addressing resistance and fostering engagement.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, government bodies, industry associations, and community organizations.

• Solution Implementation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of technology or processes into existing systems.

• Process Innovation: Identify and implement process improvements that enhance transitions of care between healthcare settings, addressing gaps to drive better participant outcomes.

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Use data to monitor project progress, measure success, and identify areas for improvement.

• Strategic Thinking: Identify opportunities for growth, partnerships, and scalability of health innovation initiatives.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, providing leadership and clear communication.

• Team Building: Mentor and manage internal team members as needed, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare management, engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree is an asset.

• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in project management, with a strong emphasis on change management and/or healthcare implementation projects. Experience in consulting, product development and business model development considered an asset.

• Skills:

  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, or Jira).

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to analyze and interpret complex data to inform decision-making.

• Attributes:

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

  • Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

• Additional Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time or as required for specific initiatives

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge projects that directly improve health outcomes

• Join a supportive and innovative team passionate about making a difference

• Flexible work environment with opportunities for growth and development

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to hello@branchinnovations.ca.

Closing Date: January 5th, 2025

Join us at Branch Innovations and be part of shaping the future of healthcare!

Branch Innovations, a Division of Seafair Capital, creates solutions and catapults ventures to strengthen communities through better health, better business, and better impact. The division navigates diverse perspectives, branching into different domains to explore the possible in three core pathways:

·        Collaborative Development and Commercialization of Healthcare Solutions

·        Strategic Partnerships & Investment

·        Consulting and Knowledge Mobilization

The Position 

As an Innovation Officer, you will be an integral part of our dynamic Innovation Team. This role is designed for a highly motivated individual with a passion for innovation and technology, eager to gain real-world experience within an innovative business environment. Based in St. John’s, NL, the Innovation Officer will work closely and collaborate with all members of the Innovation Division to support various projects, initiatives, and commercial products within our portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

At Branch Innovations, we are guided by our core values of Explore with Intent, Be a Trusted Partner, Do Well, Take Care and Look Ahead. When we hire, we always seek individuals who represent these core values. Specific responsibilities for this role include:

·        Support development and articulation of product positioning and related assets

·        Research customer prospects and support go-to-market planning and broader marketing initiatives

·        Contribute to the creation of marketing materials and presentations

·        Engaging with stakeholders, reports and partners to gather information and analyze data to help inform business growth

·        Project management support

·        Support development of engagement-oriented training modules

·        Support product implementation and testing with prospective customers.

·        Other duties as required

Qualifications:

·        Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

·        Technologically proficient.

·        Basic understanding of marketing principles and a keen interest in digital marketing trends.

·        Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·        Creative and analytical thinker.

·        Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of graphic design tools is a plus.

·        Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

·        Organized and detail-oriented.

Area of Study: Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Location: St. John’s, NL

Hours of Work: 37.5hrs/week

Dates: Jan. 6 – Apr. 18