Daphne Sniekers Ph.D.
About Daphne Sniekers Ph.D.
Daphne Sniekers, Ph.D., is the Manager of Performance Measurement and Management at the Ontario Ministry of Health. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare quality improvement and performance measurement, she has held various roles in hospitals and health organizations across Canada.
Current Role at Ontario Ministry of Health
Daphne Sniekers serves as the Manager of Performance Measurement and Management at the Ontario Ministry of Health. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing performance measurement strategies that align with the ministry's objectives. Her responsibilities include translating business needs into clear objectives through stakeholder consultation, ensuring that performance metrics are relevant and actionable.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Quality Improvement
Daphne Sniekers has extensive experience in healthcare quality improvement. She worked as a Quality Specialist at Hamilton Health Sciences from 2009 to 2011 and as a Quality Improvement Specialist at North York General Hospital from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she held several positions at Ontario Health, including Sr. Methodologist and Group Manager for the Ontario Renal Network, from 2015 to 2021. Her roles involved building collaborative relationships with clinicians, staff, and senior leadership to enhance healthcare delivery.
Educational Background in Health and Management
Daphne Sniekers holds multiple degrees from prestigious institutions. She earned her PhD from the University of Toronto, where she studied from 2005 to 2013. Prior to that, she completed her M.A.Sc at the University of Toronto from 2003 to 2005. She also holds a B.Sc with distinction from the University of Calgary, completed in 2003, and a B.Comm from the same university, achieved in 2002. This educational background supports her expertise in performance measurement and management.
Community Involvement and Board Experience
Daphne Sniekers has over 20 years of experience serving on boards of various community and not-for-profit organizations. Her involvement reflects her commitment to contributing to the community while balancing her professional responsibilities. This experience enhances her understanding of stakeholder needs and reinforces her passion for improving the healthcare system through quality improvement initiatives.
Focus on Stakeholder Engagement
Daphne Sniekers emphasizes the importance of stakeholder engagement in her work. She has a strong focus on translating business needs into clear and achievable objectives through effective consultation. Her ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders is a key aspect of her approach to performance measurement and management in healthcare.