Government managers - health and social policy development and program administration
High opportunity occupation
Career Overview
Government managers in this 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
- Work for government departments and agencies
Job Titles
Duties
Government managers in health and social policy development and program administration:
- 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 goals set by senior management
- Direct and advise health or social policy researchers, consultants or program officers who conduct research, prepare documents or carry out programs for individuals and communities in areas such as health and social services, employment and immigration, labour or housing
- Plan, carry out 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
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
1,125% Employed Full Time
92%Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office or hospital.
Career Pathways
Progression to senior management positions is possible with experience.
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Education, Training and Skills
Government managers in health policy development and program administration:
- A bachelor's degree or college diploma in health science, hospital administration or public administration or a bachelor's degree in social science is required
- A graduate degree in a health, social science or an administrative discipline may be required
- Several years of experience as a health or social policy researcher, consultant or program officer are usually required
- For some government managers in health policy development and program administration, certification in the relevant health profession is required. For example, city medical officers of health must be physicians
Government managers in social policy development and program administration:
- A bachelor's degree or a college diploma in a social science discipline, such as sociology or economics, or an administrative discipline, such as public administration, is required
- A graduate degree in a social science or an administrative discipline may be required
- Several years of experience as a social policy researcher, consultant or program officer are usually required
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Public Administration
Skills
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Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
1,125Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 40 | 3.6% |
| Kootenay | 10 | 0.9% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 505 | 44.9% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 20 | 1.8% |
| Northeast | 0 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 90 | 8.0% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 450 | 40.0% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
610Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 10 | -0.3% |
| Kootenay | Not available | Not available |
| Mainland/Southwest | 310 | 1.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 50 | 0.5% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 240 | 0.4% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | 560 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 10 |
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