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Current Opportunities:

Reports to: Vice President, Programs, Research and Public Affairs

Location: Hybrid (two days in the office per week). Primary location is the Lung Health Foundation’s office in Toronto, with occasional travel within Ontario and across Canada as required. For this position, we would consider candidates in Ottawa, Ontario Canada with an alternative hybrid model.

Salary Range:$95,000 – $115,000

Imagine a future where people living with lung cancer have a fighting chance, where no one loses a loved one to asthma, where people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) live their lives to the fullest, where older adults don’t lose their independence in life, and where future generations don’t suffer the debilitating effects of lung disease. The Lung Health Foundation is committed to making this future a reality. And this new future starts now.

The Lung Health Foundation’s mission is to improve the lung health of Canadians, and we will achieve this through:

Ground-breaking research;
Policy and practice change;
Urgently needed programs and support; and
Public education around lung health issues.

And at the heart of it all? Helping those who have been impacted by lung disease.

Position overview:

Join our dynamic team as the Director of Research and Impact to lead our mission-driven research efforts in advancing health outcomes. The Lung Health Foundation is undergoing an exciting transformation, refining its research program and engagement strategy to enhance credibility and forge partnerships within the provincial and national research community. The Director also leads evaluation efforts at LHF to drive improvement and demonstrate impact. The work of the Research and Impact department is grounded in knowledge mobilization approaches.

Officially launched in fall 2023, the Foundation’s National research program is just getting started, focusing on four key pillars. It includes 4 key pillars:

BUILD: We place a strong emphasis on building capacity by directing funds to empower early and mid-career scientists. ).
CREATE: We are dedicated to creating and advancing knowledge about lung disease. We provide sustainable funding to established researchers in three key areas: basic research, clinical studies and the new applied science stream
SUPPORT: We provide researchers with essential resources to advance their work in lung health. (e.g. educational workshops, mentorship, collaboration opportunities with patient partners, fellowships, training and travel bursaries etc.)
DEVELOP: partnerships with government entities, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, patients and other essential stakeholders to propel research efforts. These collaborative efforts aim to harness expertise, aligning with LHF’s mission in advocacy, programs and education.

The Director of Research and Impact will also lead LHF’s program evaluation work as well. Increasingly, LHF is proactively

supporting evaluation LHF’s work, driving strategic vision and operational execution while cultivating partnerships with stakeholders to secure funding, drive the expansion of our research program and maximize the value it provides to advancements in lung health.

Responsibilities:

Knowledge Mobilization Plans: Be grounded in concepts of meaningful engagement, implementation science and behaviour change to ensure dots are proactively connected and opportunities leveraged to advance LHF related to its research program and partnerships
Research Network Development: Lead the establishment of a groundbreaking research network, leveraging your expertise to identify and connect with leading researchers in the field of health.
Collaboration Facilitation: Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the research network, facilitating interdisciplinary connections and cross-pollination of ideas to drive innovation. Build from a foundation of integrated knowledge translation, to develop and execute a knowledge mobilization plan, elevating research opportunities and results to attract funding and collaboration.
Program Execution: Oversee the operationalization of the research program, including the development and management of grant and award processes. Provide guidance and support to principal investigators and research teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and facilitating successful grant applications and project management.
Strategic Partnerships: Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, academic institutions, and industry partners, to secure funding and resources for research initiatives.
Impact Assessment: Design and implement robust methodologies to assess the strategic and business impact of research initiatives, and work of LHF ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Program Growth: Drive the growth and expansion of the research program by identifying new opportunities for funding, partnership, and impact. Establish and maintain cross-disciplinary partnerships to maximize research program success and secure strategic funding opportunities (e.g. presentations, proposal development and partnership agreements).
Evaluation and Reporting: Initiate and shape a comprehensive evaluation strategy of the organization’s activities. Design and implement evaluation plans, models, and tools to determine results and to inform strategic decisions and improve performance. Ensure the corporate alignment of departmental evaluation activities. Oversee the submission of reports and recommendations to inform strategic direction, reporting to key stakeholders to inform improvement efforts. Provide strategic, evidence-based options and recommendations to senior executives.
Team Leadership: Provide leadership and support to cultivate a productive and inclusive team environment, emphasizing staff development and service excellence.
Organizational Excellence: Contribute to the development of annual business plans, budgets, and strategic initiatives, emphasizing strategic vision and operational excellence. Manage and exceed key performance indicators within the portfolio, ensuring program efficiency and effectiveness.
Communication: Act as a spokesperson with media outlets, representing LHF in relation to our policy and advocacy efforts. This role involves staying up to date on current and emerging issues and identifying opportunities to respond effectively. In collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Team, including Media Relations, you will develop and deliver external communications that elevate the LHF’s profile and advance its mission and stance on key issues.

Qualifications:

Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a relevant field such as public health, epidemiology, health services research or health sciences.
Minimum of 8 years’ professional experience in stakeholder management, evidence-informed decision-making, knowledge mobilization, program development, and health research.
Formal training in research and evaluation essential. Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative research, program evaluation and performance measurement methodology.
Fluency in French preferred; experience in Indigenous research and engagement beneficial.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders (e.g. managing working groups, steering committees and staff)
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action and drive results.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Experience working within the Canadian health research landscape is an asset.
Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and execute goals within interdisciplinary teams.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity and have the skills and experience required, we invite you to apply here. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WHY THE LUNG HEALTH FOUNDATION?

Beyond making a real difference in the lives of the one-in-five Canadians living with lung disease, we offer:

collaborative and creative environment
robust benefits package, including an RRSP matching program
flexible work environment
we help you grow – both professionally and personally

As a Toronto-based organization with a national scope, we may consider, for externally-focused roles, remote work based on the strength of the candidate and organizational needs. In such cases, the candidate must be also willing to travel as required.

The Lung Health Foundation is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, we will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

The Lung Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the province where we operate. At the Lung Health Foundation, we value the insights and innovation that diverse and inclusive teams bring to work.

Position: Director Public Policy and Advocacy

Reports to: Vice President, Programs, Research and Public Affairs

Salary Range: $88,500 – $114,000

The Lung Health Foundation’s mission is to improve the lung health of Canadians, and we will achieve this through:

Ground-breaking research;
Policy and practice change;
Urgently needed programs and support; and
Public education around lung health issues.

And at the heart of it all? Helping those who have been impacted by lung disease.

Position overview:

Are you passionate about driving change and making a real impact on the health of Canadians? We’re looking for a dynamic Director of Public Policy and Advocacy to join our team at the Lung Health Foundation!

As the Director of Public Policy and Advocacy, you’ll be the leader behind our policy and advocacy strategy and related activities. From meaningful engagement with stakeholders to diving deep into policy research to working side by side with advocates, you’ll be the driving force behind our efforts to create positive change. You’ll need to be proactive, hands-on, and creative. This is your chance to shape the future of lung health policy in Canada!

The Lung Health Foundation is in a period of growth and is building its team with that in mind – the Director role will help shape the policy, advocacy and public affairs approach and its focus with an emphasis on evidence, partnerships and opportunities for short- and long-term success. Worth noting

this role will work with external government relations and public affairs vendors, when required, to compliment the organization’s efforts. The Director role will be a strategic AND an operational leader for the policy and public affairs team and in supporting cross functional efforts to drive change.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

Collaborating with the executive team to formulate and execute comprehensive strategic plans for advocacy, policy development, and stakeholder relations.
Providing expert insights and advice on policy trends, legislative changes, and strategic opportunities.
Aid in the development of advocacy-related proposals, and in researching and writing program proposals for external funding.
Monitor relevant policy and public affairs issues, providing briefing notes etc. to support decision making.

Policy Strategy and Oversight:

Spearheading the development and implementation of compelling advocacy campaigns and policy initiatives.
Ensuring these initiatives align with LHF’s strategic goals and are effective in influencing public policy.
Lead the development of policy and position statements.
Lead the development and execution of key events including the Breathing Policy Forum series and annual patient advocacy days (provincial and federal).
Staying on the pulse to identify opportunities to respond to current and emerging issues, including the development of external communications to raise the Lung Health Foundation’s profile and further its mission and position on key issues, in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications (including Media Relations) Team.

Advocacy Program:

Lead the strategic design and development of an advocacy program, aligning with organizational goals and values to effectively represent and advance key initiatives.
Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and engage potential advocates, nurturing relationships and providing support to ensure their ongoing commitment and effectiveness.
Drive the implementation of advocacy initiatives, utilizing data-driven insights to measure impact, refine strategies, and continuously enhance the program’s reach and influence.

Stakeholder and Government Relations:

Building and maintaining robust relationships with key federal and provincial government stakeholders, including MPs, MPPs, Senators, political and department officials, and relevant government agencies to broaden support for key positions of the Lung Health Foundation

National Lung Health Alliance

Oversee the Secretariat function of the National Lung Health Alliance including the working groups. The National Lung Health Alliance consists of 10 leading organizations in lung health space.
Represent the Lung Health Foundation on alliances/consortiums, roundtables and meetings providing expertise on different lung health and policy issues as a patient advocacy organization.

Performance Measurement:

Contributing to the ongoing development of LHF’s performance measurement and reporting framework and process from the public affairs lens
Regularly assessing and reporting on the effectiveness of advocacy efforts and policy initiatives.

Team Management and Development:

Overseeing the Public Affairs staff, providing direction, mentorship, and leadership.

Encouraging a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in all advocacy and policy endeavors.

Working effectively cross functionally with members of the organization that are involved in the public affairs activities (i.e. marketing, media relations, client programs).

Collaboration with Communications:

Working closely with the communications team to ensure a unified and effective message across all campaigns and policy statements. Assisting in translating complex policy issues into clear, impactful messages that resonate with a variety of audiences.
Travelling as required for external events and meetings (Toronto, Ontario and Ottawa, Ontario primarily)

Qualifications:

Overall, a successful Director of Public Policy and Advocacy in the health charitable sector should possess a combination of education, experience, skills, and personal qualities that enable them to effectively lead advocacy efforts, shape public policy, and advance the organization’s mission and goals.

Fluency in French is highly valued.
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Political Science, Public Health, Communications, or a related discipline is preferred. A master’s degree in a related field would be an asset. Diverse educational and training backgrounds will be considered.
Substantial experience (6-10 years) in policy analysis, government relations, advocacy, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in developing and executing successful advocacy campaigns and initiatives.
Experience in stakeholder engagement, including building and maintaining relationships with government officials, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.
In-depth understanding of health policy issues, particularly those related to the organization’s mission and focus areas.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex policy issues and communicate them effectively to various audiences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft persuasive policy documents, position statements, and other advocacy materials.
Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve common goals.

How to apply:

WHY THE LUNG HEALTH FOUNDATION?

Beyond making a real difference in the lives of the one-in-five Canadians living with lung disease, we offer:

collaborative and creative environment
robust benefits package, including an RRSP matching program
flexible work environment
we help you grow – both professionally and personally

Position: Coordinator, Knowledge Mobilization (Full Time Permanent)

Reports to: Senior Manager, Knowledge Mobilization

Location: Hybrid (two days in the office per week). Primary location is the Lung Health Foundation’s office in Toronto, with occasional travel within Ontario and across Canada as required.

Salary Range: $47,000 – $57,000

The Lung Health Foundation’s mission is to improve the lung health of Canadians, and we will achieve this through:

Groundbreaking research;
Policy and practice change;
Urgently needed programs and support; and
Public education around lung health issues.

And at the heart of it all? Helping those who have been impacted by lung disease.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Join our dynamic team at an exciting time of growth and innovation! We are expanding our health professional network, and we need a motivated, energetic individual to support this vital work. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Knowledge Mobilization, the Coordinator, Knowledge Mobilization will be an essential part of the team, assisting in the planning and execution of initiatives aimed at broadening our reach and impact in the health system. The Coordinator will support high-profile events, including our renowned Better Breathing Week conference in addition to other educational activities (e.g., workshops and webinars). This role is a fantastic entry point for anyone passionate about translating evidence into action and making a difference in respiratory health care. If you’re ready to kickstart your career with hands-on experience and meaningful contributions, we want to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Coordinator’s portfolio will focus on supporting LHF’s efforts to build capacity in the healthcare system via a range of connected knowledge synthesis, creation, and mobilization activities, through two key work streams:

Evidence Dissemination: LHF uses a diverse range of approaches to disseminate evidence-based practices, including through clinical tools, webinars, e-modules, workshops, conferences, and more.
Acquisition & Engagement: LHF is building out a national network of health professionals and researchers by using focused acquisition and engagement strategies such as, conference exhibiting, opinion leader recruitment, incentivization, online community management, and more.

The Coordinator will work with a team in planning and executing the broad range of activities within this portfolio. More specifically, the Coordinator’s responsibilities will include:

Supporting acquisition strategies for LHF’s networks, including lead generation, cold calling, and building relationships with coordinators from health professional associations, academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and more
Creating and maintaining an efficient system that ensures LHF’s inventory of printed resources for health professionals and patients is adequately stocked, organized, and tracked for conferences—and in some cases may be responsible for responding to and fulfilling (i.e., mailing) requests for resources, as required.
Supporting the maintenance of an electronic index of all tools and resources (including educational content), and identifying and triggering review, update, and accreditation processes, as applicable and appropriate.
Coordinating program logistics for LHF’s marquee event (Better Breathing Week) and workshops/webinars (e.g., corresponding with speakers, organizing sessions, developing agendas/schedules, etc.).
Leading process to secure accreditation for conferences or workshops, including securing clinical expert review, preparing evaluation summaries, liaising with speakers, collating and submitting all necessary documents, and ensuring payment is facilitated.
Leading processes related to identifying conference opportunities (for submitting abstracts/presenting and/or exhibiting), registering for events, tracking participation, setting staff exhibiting schedule, transporting booth materials to venue, etc.
Scheduling efforts for various committees and working groups, and other meetings with internal/external partners.
Collecting, entering, and managing data related to various programs, offerings, and the health professional network.
Supporting engagement of LHF’s networks, including content collation and scheduling for various communication vehicles and online platforms.
Collaborating with the team to design and construct flyers, posters, newsletters, slide decks, and various other types of collateral.
Supporting IT functions for meetings, events, and the health professional network (e.g., functioning as a power user of Salesforce, Cvent and Survey Monkey, managing Zoom and Microsoft Teams meetings and presentations, building event programs, training speakers on using these platforms, etc.)
Participating in internal committees or working groups to support organizational functioning and culture.
Performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

An undergraduate degree in either a health or science related discipline, marketing, communications, or business administration or other related field.
The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience in some or all of the following areas:
- Knowledge product development;
- Healthcare provider education/continuing education/continuing professional development;
- Knowledge mobilization and/or implementation science;
- Network management (e.g. online communities, professional networks, etc.);
- Committee management;
- Customer service.
Fluency in French is highly valued.
Strong project coordination skills required.
Proficiency with Cvent and Salesforce is an asset.

TRAITS AND SKILLS

LHF looks for team members who are:

Kind to and supportive of others;
Diligent and hard working;
Takes initiative and is coachable;
Very organized with strong time management skills;
Clear, consistent, and effective oral and written communicator;
Both independent and collaborative
Comfortable with ambiguity and change, with an ability to be flexible; and
Enthusiastic about continuous learning.

Further, LHF seeks employees who share our values:

To lead with courage and passion
To act as one unified and integrated team
To be nimble, open and quick to adapt
To demonstrate genuine integrity
To be accountable to the donors that make our work possible; the patients and caregivers that we exist to serve; and to each other…the members of our LHF community.

WHY THE LUNG HEALTH FOUNDATION?

Beyond making a real difference in the lives of the one-in-five Canadians living with lung disease, we offer:

collaborative and creative environment
robust benefits package, including an RRSP matching program
flexible work environment
we help you grow—both professionally and personally

Submit your application here.

Current Opportunities:

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact careers@lunghealth.ca