• Direct Operating Divisions
• Secretariat Support Services

Direct Operating Divisions

ROLE:

• To act as the umbrella organization for the direct operating divisions of RHAM. To date the Regional Health Authorities of Manitoba Purchasing Plan (RHAPP) is the only operating division. Depending on the needs of the RHAs, other operating divisions may be added on an ad hoc or standing basis.
• RHAM also enters into contracts with external health service providers as required for services such as the delivery of the Home Oxygen Program component of the Home Care Program.

• To provide secretarial, administrative and logistical support to the Council of Chairs, Council of CEOs, the committees of each of these bodies as well as to the various committees/groups which report to these bodies (e.g. Provincial Programs and Services Executive Network, Provincial Chief Financial Officers).
• Ensure information is exchanged across the above mentioned bodies and with third parties as directed or required.
• Serve as a link - clearing house between the above mentioned bodies and external agencies such as government and other provincial and national organizations to ensure communication and to facilitate relationships.
• Issues management services including research and policy analysis on behalf of the Council of Chairs and/or the Council of CEOs. This includes the development of briefings, position papers and background reports for both Councils.
• Assists members in developing consistent policies and standards.
• Supports members in communicating to the provincial government regarding the allocation of health resources.
• Supports the Council of Chairs in its role of advocating to the Minister of Health changes to the health system.
• Coordinates the representation of members on various provincial and federal committees.