Contracts and Policy Specialist

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 264-26-7111055

Posting End Date: August 14,2026

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: 825 Sherbrook St.

Department: Corporate Policy, Planning and Strategy

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Permanent

Anticipated Start  Date: August 24,2026

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $39.571,,$41.057, $42.561, $44.202,$45.971, $47.770, $49.746.

Job Summary:

The Policies and Contracts Specialist provides expertise in the development and review of CancerCare Manitoba’s (CCMB) corporate policies and procedures, contracts and agreements.

Qualifications:

Required:

Level of Formal Education & Experience

• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in either legal administrative assistance, business, research administration or a health-care related discipline from an accredited educational institution. A post-secondary degree is considered an asset.


• 5 years of experience in policy and/or contract review and development in a business, research, or health care environment


• 2 years of experience in the development or analysis of corporate policies and/or procedures

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities

• Practical skills and experience in contract law and negotiations


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to independently conduct research and gather information as necessary for policy or contract preparation


• Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously with appropriate prioritization while balancing the need for quick turnaround within longer-term strategic efforts


• Understanding of necessary legal and regulatory requirements including the Public Health Information Act (PHIA), the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the Regulated Health Professions Act


• Ability to work in teams and/or lead groups in achieving consensus


• Knowledge and motivation to plan and monitor assigned tasks, coordinate deadlines, monitor and communicate progress on policy development and revision.


• Able to work with minimal supervision and a high degree of confidentiality and must be able to exercise independent judgement.

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record


• Must be legally able to work in Canada

Preferred: 

• Ability to speak French 

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment.  If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

This information is available in alternative formats on request. Please contact [email protected] 

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.