Human Resources Advisor - Thunder Bay, Canada - Ontario Native Women's Association

Ontario Native Women's Association
Ontario Native Women's Association
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Thunder Bay, Canada

1 month ago

Sophia Lee

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_Indigenous Women are encouraged to apply. First preference will be given to all qualified Indigenous applicants.
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Why make ONWA your career choice?
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Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change.

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_ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:
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  • Competitive salaries
  • Generous paid vacation time
  • Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
  • Additional paid stat and civic holidays
  • 35 hour work week and may include, remote work
  • Comprehensive benefits program including health, medical, paramedical, dental, vision and EAP. All premiums covered by the employer.
  • Competitive Retirement Savings Plan up to 16% with organization match pending position
  • Paid sick days
  • Paid cultural/personal wellness days
  • Flexible scheduling to support worklife balance
  • Ongoing professional development.
  • Possible reimbursement on portion of cell phone and internet expenses
  • Remote work offered for various positions
  • Paid management days

VISION:


At the Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honour the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community, provincially, nationally and internationally for generations to come.


ONWA MANDATE


The Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA) is a not for profit organization that empowers and supports Indigenous women and their families in the province of Ontario.

ONWA encourages the participation of Indigenous women in the development of Federal, Provincial, Municipal/Local government policies that impact their lives and ensure issues affecting Indigenous women and their families are heard at key government tables.


ONWA is committed to providing services that strengthen communities and guarantees the preservation of Indigenous culture, identity, art, language, and heritage.

Ending violence against Indigenous women and their families and ensuring equal access to justice, education, health, environmental stewardship, and economic development, sits at the cornerstone of the organization.

ONWA insists on social and cultural well - being for all Indigenous women and their families, so that all women, regardless of tribal heritage may live their best lives.


SCOPE:


The
Human Resources Advisor is responsible for supporting and guiding internal and external stakeholders in all areas related to Human Resources.

This includes recruitment and selection, employee relations, training and development, compensation and benefits, organizational development and occupational health and safety.

The position acts as a liaison between the Human Resource Manager, Manager's, Directors and employees ensuring smooth communication and prompt resolution of all queries.

As a key contributor to the human resources team, they will work closely with the applicant tracking system, the human resources information system (BambooHR), survey planet and other soft wares used.

The Human Resources Advisor is accountable for the provision of accurate and timely human resource management advise and consultancy services to all stakeholders and will lead different initiatives and projects within the department.

They are a key contributor to the team and will support the organization in the Human Resources Manager's absence.


QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Postsecondary Business Administration-Human Resources Degree/Diploma/Certificate along with 3 to 5 years of hands on human resource working experience preferably in not for profit
  • 35 years of experience working in a not for profit organization and preferably with Indigenous peoples
  • Extensive knowledge of employee relations, training and development, occupational health and safety, performance management, recruitment and selection, current legislation from varying bodies, as it relates to employment.
  • Must be adept at problemsolving, including being able to proactively identify issues and provide resolutions in a timely manner while keeping all matters confidential.
  • Effectively read and interpret information, present numerical data in a resourceful manner, and skillfully gather and analyze information.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly, both written and orally, with employees, within the human resource department, management team and in group presentations and meetings.
  • Excellent time management skills with demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and effectively handle changing priorities.
  • Excellent organizational skills coupled with the ability to be accurate, thorough and able to monitor work for quality.
  • Excellent computer skills including general knowledge of HRIS, data entry, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office and Office 36
  • Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, respond to management direction and
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