Manager of People and Engagement

It is an exciting time for RMHC Atlantic as we enter into a new facility and expand our services! To support this growth, we are seeking a Manager of People and Engagement to join our team. This individual will play a critical role in helping RMHC Atlantic consistently achieve the organization's mission, vision, values, and objectives through an engaged and healthy workforce of staff and volunteers.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Manager of People and Engagement will be a key member of the team, driving all aspects of the people strategy, including fostering a healthy, safe, inclusive, engaged and respectful workplace. The Manager of People and Engagement will also create and implement a Professional Development Plan to increase staff capacity and cultural competency.

This position is part-time, 3 days (24 hours) a week, with the potential of being full-time based on other expertise you may bring to the organization. Salary will be prorated based on actual hours worked.

WHAT YOU THRIVE ON

Crafting innovative and creative frameworks around complex problem/solution dynamics;

Continually learning and growing;

Building bridges and brokering relationships.

LEADERSHIP

Goal-oriented with sound judgement and integrity, as well as a high level of energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to the mission and goals of the organization

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and contribute to the development and execution of strategy; able to anticipate future needs and identify opportunities

Has well-developed analytical and planning skills and initiative to provide advice, solve problems and implement improvements

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills - an innate ability to channel different points of view

Establishes and maintains trusting relationships and credibility

Provides support, mentoring, coaching and encouragement to the entire team

Develops overall people objectives, as well as specific metrics-based goals for members of the team

Participates as a member of the Occupational Health and Safety Committee, working to coordinate, manage and measure safety programs including training, compliance and worker's compensation

Ability to analyze and address complex employee and policy issues and exercise sound and experienced judgment in providing advice and guidance, often in ambiguous situations

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Oversees all aspects of human resources management including recruitment and retention, orientation, performance, benefits and reward management, employee relations/engagement and exit interviews

Oversees training and development for the entire team, supporting employees as required

Develops and maintains HR policies and procedures, including health and safety as well as compliance training

Is an expert in legislative knowledge of all things HR; providing ongoing support, feedback, and guidance, in accordance with human resources legislation, to the leadership team

Oversees the total compensation program

Establishes processes to regularly solicit feedback from employees to improve the organization

Oversees a Human Resource information management system

OTHER

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and participating in professional associations

Commitment to connecting with other people professionals to ensure ongoing knowledge of best practices and to benchmark the organization's performance

Experience with equity, diversity and inclusion programs in the workplace

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in human resources or equivalent education, CHRP is an asset

Minimum 3 years of Human Resources experience

Deep functional knowledge and broad experience in all areas of human resources policies, practices processes, and legislation

Understanding of organization structure for multi-location organizations

Working knowledge of provincial and federal employment/labour laws. This includes familiarity with statutory legislations such as ESA, Human Rights, AODA, OHSA, etc.

Experience in the Payworks System an asset

Meets deadlines and benchmarks while consistently displaying a high level of attention to detail

Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive situations with excellent judgment and discretion.

In accordance with our mandate of creating a caring and safe environment for ill children and their families, we require updated Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks, as well as a Child Abuse Register Search.

Working Conditions

Ronald McDonald House Charities Atlantic houses families with seriously ill children. All staff must display care and compassion, and possess emotional maturity, discretion, and be capable of respecting the dignity and rights of guests, volunteers, and other staff members. Maintaining confidentiality is of the utmost importance.

In fulfilling our mission of keeping families close and providing a warm, inviting and safe home-like environment we are committed to displaying cultural competency and treating all families, volunteers and staff fairly and respectfully.

We value the contributions that volunteers make to the experience of our guest families' stay. Volunteers assist in creating a safe and comfortable environment, and add to our diverse collection of skills, experiences, culture and knowledge. Our volunteers provide a spirit of support and generosity that positively impact our guest families, visitors and staff.

The incumbent works in an office environment.

THE ORGANIZATION

Ronald McDonald House Charities® Atlantic (RMHC Atlantic) helps families with sick children stay together and near the medical care they need. Our programs include Ronald McDonald House® in Halifax, a "home-away-rom-home" for out of town families with sick children, and Ronald McDonald Family Rooms® in Halifax and Moncton, an oasis of calm and support inside the hospital. Last year we helped more than 2,000 families from across the Maritimes through our House and Family Room programs. For more information, visit rmhcatlantic.ca.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY WORKPLACE STATEMENT:

At Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Atlantic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. We provide equal opportunities for all employees, volunteers, and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value the contributions of every individual and strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected and supported.

Interested in this opportunity?

Please send your resume and cover letter by March 28th to [email protected]