Human Resources Advisor

Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural organization in BC is seeking a Human Resources Advisor to enhance its workplace culture. Responsibilities include recruitment, policy development, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of HR experience. This full-time hybrid role offers a salary range of $72,000-$87,000 and aims to build a supportive and high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of applied human resource experience.
• Accreditation as a human resource professional is an asset.
• Ability to apply HR management principles to complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR administrative support like employee file management.
• Recommend and manage updates of HR policies and programs.
• Collaborate on HR initiatives across functions.
• Assist with full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Organizational awareness

Planning and project management

Proficiency with HRIS systems

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ADP

SharePoint

Job description

About IAF

IAF delivers programs and services to support a thriving agriculture and agri-food sector in British Columbia. With more than 25 years of experience, IAF is recognized as the leading provider of high-quality and cost-effective program delivery services for this sector. Since 1996, we have facilitated over 2500 projects and delivered more than $250 million to industry on behalf of the federal and provincial governments.

Position Overview

Join a purpose-driven team where your HR expertise helps shape a values-based, high-performance culture. IAF is looking for a Human Resources Advisor who enjoys a mix of strategic thinking and day-to-day execution. In this role, you’ll support everything from recruitment and onboarding to policy development, performance management, and employee engagement. You’ll get to work closely with leadership, contribute to meaningful projects, and help shape a positive, values-based workplace culture. If you’re ready to take the next step in your HR career, this is a great opportunity to roll up your sleeves, tackle complex challenges, and build practical solutions that make a meaningful impact, all within a supportive, fast-paced environment.

This position is hybrid working out of IAF’s Victoria office. It is a full-time permanent position, 37.5 hours per week. The salary range is $72,000-$87,000.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR administrative support such as employee file management using MS Outlook, ADP, and SharePoint applications
• Recommend and assist in the creation of and manage updates of IAF HR policies, procedures and programs supporting IAF’s culture, values and mandate
• Manage benefits enrolment and answering related questions from employees
• Assist hiring managers through the full-cycle recruitment process
• Complete onboarding tasks for staff, contractors and Board such as orientations, collecting new hire paperwork, and being a resource regarding employment information
• Recommend and support professional development framing and logistics for staff, contractors and Board
• Support leadership team with discipline and PIP discussions
• Collaborate and action items with HR functions, initiatives, projects, and processes (cross-functional)

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development or psychology or related field is preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of applied human resource experience
• Experience working with HRIS systems (ADP experience preferred)
• Accreditation as a human resource professional (such as CPHR Canada / BC) is an asset
• Strong emotional intelligence and organizational cultural awareness, goals and objectives
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the principles of human resource management to a variety of sensitive and complex situations
• Highly organized with excellent planning and project management skills
• Proficient use of Microsoft office suite, HRIS software, and the ability to learn and effective use proprietary software

Application Information

For full details on the position, please see the complete job description. If IAF sounds like the right team for you, we want to hear from you! Please apply with your cover letter and resume.

Applications for this opportunity will be accepted until noon PST on August 15, 2025.

We look forward to hearing from you and connecting with you!

IAF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, barrier free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.