Manager of People and Culture - Toronto, Canada - Jewish Immigrant Aid Services of Canada

Jewish Immigrant Aid Services of Canada

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Manager of People and Culture:

JIAS Toronto is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to helping immigrants with resettlement in the Greater Toronto Area. JIAS Toronto assists lawfully admitted immigrants and refugees in meeting basic financial, social, legal, and other requirements of immigration.

We work to advance the well-being and social integration of newcomers by providing a full range of outreach, support, counseling, training, and referral resources.

As the
Manager of People and Culture you will lead our Human Resources department with a focus on fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace culture.

With oversight of two unions within the agency, you will play a crucial role in shaping our workforce's growth and development.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you will lead initiatives to attract, retain, and develop top talent while championing equity, diversity, and inclusion across all facets of our organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Equity and Inclusion, and Workplace Culture:

Develop and implement talent management strategies aligned with JIAS' values and mission
Design and execute policies and programs to promote an inclusive and engaging workplace culture
Establish metrics to measure our success as an equitable employer
Advise the Board of Directors HR Committee and Executive Director on critical HR matters

Organizational Development and Culture:

Lead cultural transformation and enhance employee engagement across the agency
Evaluate and optimize HR procedures for efficiency and effectiveness
Drive proactive labour relations strategies and oversee conflict resolution processes

Performance Management:

Collaborate with senior leadership to develop workplace plans aligned with organizational goals
Implement performance planning processes and succession planning strategies
Oversee staff supervision and evaluation procedures
Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred
Certified Human resources Leader (CHRL) designation or equivalent
7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in a nonprofit or social services setting
Demonstrated experience in multisite organizations, emphasizing employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and equity, diversity, and inclusion
Proven track record in developing equity, diversity, and inclusion policies, programs, and practices to foster a positive workplace culture
Senior leadership experience in labour relations, including managing unionized settings, handling grievances, and conducting collective bargaining negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and conflict resolution
Expertise in assessing salary and benefits administration plans and programs
Experience in developing performance plans and measuring performance indicators
Strong listening, collaboration, and teambuilding skills to facilitate coordination and consensus
Demonstrated ability to influence, consult, and negotiate effectively

**Posting date: April 19, 2024