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Government Managers – Health and Social Policy Development and Program Administration  (NOC 0411)
North Shore Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Government managers in this unit group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the development and administration of health care policies, social policies and related programs designed to protect and promote the health and social welfare of individuals and communities. These managers are employed by government departments and agencies.

city medical officer of health, director, health information and promotion, director, housing policy and development, immigration and settlement director, manager, health program operations, manager, social services planning, social services director – government services.

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Government managers in health and social policy development and program administration perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Participate in the development of health or social policies by providing advice to senior government managers
  • Organize departmental unit and establish procedures to meet departmental objectives set by senior management
  • Direct and advise health or social policy researchers, consultants or program officers who conduct research, prepare documents or administer programs for individuals and communities in areas such as health and social services, employment and immigration, labour or housing
  • Plan, administer and control budgets for research and administration, support services and equipment and supplies
  • Organize and direct committees and working groups to plan, manage or evaluate health and social services projects and programs
  • Interview, hire and provide training for staff.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Truro, Amherst, Antigonish, New Glasgow, Oxford, Parrsboro, Pictou, Springhill, Stellarton, Trenton, Westville

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Outlook & Prospects for Government Managers – Health and Social Policy Development and Program Administration in North Shore Region

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Government Managers – Health and Social Policy Development and Program Administration in North Shore Region as well as in the rest of the Nova Scotia.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
North Shore Region Fair 2011-06-07

Currently the chances of qualified Government Managers in Health and Social Policy Development and Program Administration finding employment are considered to be fair in the local area. Even though both the number of potential employers and people employed locally in this occupation is relatively small advertised positions do appear in the local area each year. Qualifications usually include a minimum of a Bachelor degree, sometimes a Masters, effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to lead a team. Also, in depth experience/knowledge in a healthcare environment, program delivery and other qualifications were requested based on the position and employer. An aging population, out-migration to other provinces and increasing life expectancy has made the population of Nova Scotia one of the oldest in Canada. In 2006, people aged 65 and over made up 15.1% of the population. This proportion is the second highest in Canada and is the highest proportion ever seen in Nova Scotia. This aging trend is expected to accelerate when the first baby-boomers turn 65 in 2011. This is expected to maintain a steady demand for health care services for the foreseeable future, which includes administration of these services by government. Existing workers in the healthcare field are also aging and moving towards retirement leading to openings at all levels for replacement workers.

In addition to employment opportunities locally, opportunities may exist in other areas of the province or in other regions of the country. People who are able to work elsewhere may want to research opportunities for this occupation in other labour markets within Nova Scotia and across the country. The future employment outlook for Government Managers in Health and Social Policy Development and Program Administration in Nova Scotia is expected to be fair over the next 5 years.

Additional information on Government Managers in Health and Social Policy Development and Program Administration (opportunities in other areas, training, who hires, current job openings, statistics and other information), is available on other parts of this web site.

[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
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