Human Resources Manager

Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres; Toronto; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres is seeking an HR Manager to enhance workforce engagement and support HR operations. This role involves implementing HR practices, managing projects, and providing support to Friendship Centres. Candidates should have significant HR experience, preferably within Indigenous organizations, and a relevant degree.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health benefits after probation

Culture-based organization

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience including people management in a similar role.
• Ability to travel extensively.
• Knowledge of employment-related laws and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Implement HR programs including talent management and employee relations.
• Manage HR yearly cycles including salary reviews.
• Prepare metrics reports related to organizational demographics.

Skills

Managing multiple priorities

Proactive & Takes Initiative

Effective Team Player

Strong knowledge of HR practices

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources management, organizational psychology, or related discipline

Master’s in human resources management or designation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

Please note: This job posting will close on May 30, 2025, at 5 PM and this posting is for an existing vacancy.

Objective:

To develop and retain a highly engaged workforce by executing and supporting all HR operations including implementation of strategic HR processes, systems and policies and ensuring related reporting requirements that support the strategic goals of the OFIFC. To provide HR support to the Friendship Centres.

• Successful implementation of Human Resources management practices demonstrated by employee experience metrics; and
• Strong contribution and managing HR projects where needed, demonstrated in continuous improvement of HR department’s efficiency.
• Effectively support the Friendship Centres within HR topics upon their request.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resources Operations (30%):

• Implements human resources programs by providing human resources services, including talent management, compensation and benefits, performance management, training and development, employee relations, policy development, and payroll.
• Manages and facilitates HR yearly cycles including salary reviews and performance appraisals.
• Assists Sr. Director of HR in providing expertise to HR related to building positive employee experience and organizational culture.
• Develops, maintains, and implements the HR processes adhering to legislation including HR tools, policies and procedures related to HR and Administration
• Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
• Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
• Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Develops and delivers information sessions related to HR processes, policies & procedures and Health and Safety as necessary.
• Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Human Resources Development (30%):

• Develops and maintains organizational development items such as organizational chart and job description
• Manages HR development projects by clarifying project objective; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information in all functional areas of HR.
• Assists the Sr. Director of HR in change management and transitions related matters to the projects.

HR Analytics and Reporting (15%):

• Prepares metrics reports including items related to organizational demographics, administration, retention and engagement levels for use of OFIFC Management.
• Analyzes data and prepares reports to identify people or talent-related challenges and opportunities and develop recommendations to address or capture them.

Team Management (10%):

• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of the team and staff relating to employment, compensation, and employee relations.
• Provides expertise on a broad range of human resources activities, including recruitment, compensation, performance management, talent development, policy compliance, and other related HR functional areas.
• Serves as a contact for Friendship Centres regarding HR concerns, needs and issues; evaluates situations, navigates and directs to the various resources available.
• Delivers HR-related training upon FCs’ request.

Requirements:

• Completed bachelor’s degree in business, human resources management, organizational psychology, industrial relations or other relevant discipline.
• A master’s in human resources management or designation is an asset.
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience including people management in a similar role preferably some within an Indigenous organization.
• Ability to travel extensively including flights
• Reliability / Dependability
• Managing multiple priorities
• Proactive & Takes Initiative
• Effective Team Player
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, processes, and systems
• Knowledge of human resources metrics, reporting
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks
• Knowledge of employment related laws and legislation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems

What we offer:

• Culture-based organization
• Hiring Range: $97,000 - $102,335
• Full Pay Range: $97,000 - 118,000
• Comprehensive Health benefits after the probationary period including Health Care Spending Account & Lifestyle Spending Account (100% Employer paid)

The OFIFC is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce; we promote employment equity and encourage applicants to indicate if you belong to one of the four designated employment equity groups Women, Indigenous peoples, Persons with disabilities, or Members of visible minorities when you apply.

Preference will be given to qualified Turtle Island Indigenous people including members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis (recognized by the Metis National Council). Applicants claiming Indigenous ancestry will be required to provide supporting documentation to substantiate their claim.

Accommodation:

The OFIFC is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Pre-screen Interviews are scheduled to start June 5 - 6, 2025.

Formal interviews are scheduled to take place June 11 - 13, 2025.