Assistant Deputy Minister

Assistant Deputy Minister

EX2 Executive Officer 2

Regular/full-time

Health, Seniors and Long Term Care

Public Health

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number

45649

Salary(s)

EX2 $135,701.00 - $166,322.00 per year

Closing Date

September 17, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

The Department of Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care is looking to fill the position of Assistant Deputy Minister, Public Health on a regular/full-time basis.

Duties

As a member of the department’s executive management team, the Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) is responsible to lead and manage the division, provide advice and support to the Deputy Minister, and contribute to achieving the corporate goals of government through cross-department initiatives. The ADM is accountable for strategic leadership using a population and public health approach to improve the health and wellness of Manitoba’s population.

The ADM provides oversight to the department, community health and health system to advance health outcomes, system improvements, monitoring, permitting, compliance and enforcement as they relate to the core functions of public health. The ADM provides leadership, strategic advice and policy development to the department on federal, inter-provincial and municipal inter-jurisdictional public health issues. The ADM leads and promotes relationship building, collaboration and engagement with the Chief Provincial Public Health Officer, key stakeholders such as Indigenous organizations, Northern communities and Health Authorities. This position maintains responsibilities for government’s three provincial nursing stations, communicable disease prevention programs, public health nursing practice, public health inspections, and tobacco enforcement.

Qualifications

Essential

Post-secondary education in public administration, social sciences, health administration, or business administration.  An acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered

Proven ability as a leader with a commitment to create, support and sustain a diverse environment that enables staff to achieve results and to develop and build organizational capacity for the future

Senior management experience with responsibility for significant human and financial resources, and experience translating strategic priorities into clear operational and business plans and delivering results

Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience managing complex, high-level internal and external stakeholder relationships

Excellent political acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex topics and sensitive issues

Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity, leverage opportunities for innovation, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully lead and manage change

Demonstrated resilience and the ability to respond to challenges in a professional, inclusive and constructive manner

Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and financial management.

Experience providing leadership and direction in the design and implementation of legislation, policies and programs

Experience building relationships with Indigenous people and implementing the principles of reconciliation

Desired

Understanding of the organization and administration of the Manitoba health care system, is considered an asset

Conditions of Employment

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Must be able to travel within and out of province as required

+ Benefits

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

Attractive salaries

Defined pension plan

Life insurance coverage

Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision

Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more

Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days

Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions

Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service

Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as in-house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.