Director, People - Vancouver, Canada - Downtown Eastside Women s Centre

Downtown Eastside Women s Centre

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About DEWC

The Opportunity

The Director, People & Culture will foster a positive work environment, develop a strong organizational culture, and align the HR practices with the DEWC's philosophy and objectives.

The director is responsible for cultural leadership, employee engagement and wellbeing, employee relations, diversity, equity and inclusion, training and development, talent acquisition, legal compliance, total rewards (compensation and benefits), and payroll.

This position requires a true strategic partner who is collaborative and capable of building consensus and commitment toward shared outcomes.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, DEWC the Director will work closely with the board and DEWC leadership team to ensure the success of DEWC and her strategic objectives.

She will work from a feminist perspective and within an anti-oppression framework.

About You

Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience in related field. CPHR Certification is preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of HR generalist experience partnering directly with senior leadership to develop, align and implement HR and organizational development strategies preferable within a notforprofit, unionized environment.
Working knowledge of employment laws and other compliance issues
Ability to provide thoughtful, progressive, and strategic guidance.
Expertise in analysis, critical decision making, project management, and process improvement.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills, including proficiency in developing and delivering presentations.
Ability to identify, influence, and collaborate with key stakeholders to achieve desired organizational outcomes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS preferably ADP
Must have a strong working knowledge of the issues impacting women in the dtes, including genderbased violence, mental health, homelessness, and addiction.

Benefits of Joining the DEWC Team

Healthcare:
Extended health & dental coverage including vision, prescription medications, alternative therapies, EAP, life insurance and long-term disability.

Paid time off:3 weeks paid vacation in the 1st year, 4 weeks after 1 year; 13 paid statutory holidays; 12 paid sick days annually. Access to time off to handle family or personal situations.

For your Retirement:
Enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution from DEWC.

Other perks:
Compressed work schedule, employee loan program; Regular staff development days; DEWC employees are considered first for any open positions.

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