Specialist, Transplant Programs

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Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN) is responsible for the delivery and coordination of organ and tissue donation and transplantation in Ontario. The Specialist, Transplant Programs works closely with the Manager and Team Leader to support the implementation of a suite of initiatives across provincial transplant programs, developing processes, tools and technology to execute program plans and deliver on mandates.

• Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day
• Health care spending or wellness spending account
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Three personal days and two float days annually
• Three weeks’ vacation to start (increasing to four weeks after two years)
• Career development opportunities
• Collaborative, values‑based team culture
• Wellness program
• Hybrid working model
• Participation in Communities of Inclusion

• Support the planning, implementation, and maintenance of quality improvement initiatives.
• Conduct literature reviews, surveys and environmental scans; develop frameworks and actively participate in recommendation reports.
• Define scope and deliverables of initiatives in coordination with stakeholders.
• Identify and elevate program risks; propose recommendations to address issues.
• Develop tools, templates, briefing notes, reports, executive summaries, status updates and presentations to support internal and external communication.
• Develop and foster effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan, develop and support knowledge translation and exchange activities for clinical initiatives/programs.
• Support integration within OH departments and other initiatives as needed.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data, prepare reports and presentations.
• Support priority panels, communities of practice and working groups.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently within timelines.
• Coordinate project documentation, communications, schedules and timelines.
• Provide support and coordinate meetings for internal and external groups.
• Translate program/operational requirements into actionable solutions and monitor implementations.

• Undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline (clinical epidemiology, health sciences, health services research, health or business administration) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum three to five years of related experience in a health care environment.
• Experience preparing meeting minutes, briefing notes, presentations and reports (policy papers, evidence summaries).
• Expertise in data analysis, information gathering and synthesis.
• Experience applying project management methodologies.
• Experience working with clinical experts, patient and family advisors and health care administrators.

• Strong understanding of the Ontario health care landscape.
• Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder relationship management and communication skills.
• Superior attention to detail, organization, time management and prioritization.
• Strong critical and analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to define problems, find solutions, and provide well‑articulated recommendations.
• Creative, forward‑thinking, self‑directed and able to work independently or collaboratively.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to organizational health, culture and values.

Ontario Health supports a hybrid work environment and has office locations across the province. Applicants may reside anywhere in Ontario.

Permanent Full time

Band 4 (salary range to be discussed during the interview process)

January 4, 2026

All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health. Ontario Health encourages applications from First Nations, Métis, Inuit, urban Indigenous, Francophone, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, trans and nonbinary individuals, and people living with disabilities.

Ontario Health is an accessible employer. If you require a disability‑related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email A member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.