Director of People & Culture

Job Description

Company Description ABOUT US The David Suzuki Foundation is a Canadian environmental non-profit organization, founded in 1990. We operate in English and French, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. We are a Canadian settler organization striving to protect climate, nature and communities, respecting the rights and title of Indigenous Nations. We believe that Indigenous leadership is key to our collective future. We aim to work with many different peoples across Canada, including First Nations communities, all levels of governments and citizens who care for environmental justice, to find solutions to create a sustainable Canada. We use research, traditional ecological knowledge, innovative policy and legal environmental solutions, communications and public engagement. The vision we work toward at DSF is that we all act every day on the understanding that we are interdependent with nature, and with each other. To address the intersections of the climate and biodiversity crises with social justice and equity, the Foundation is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion. As an organization, we are on a transformative journey to embed these values, decolonize our practices and become an anti-racist organization. Join us in creating a socially and environmentally just world, where diverse identities, lived experiences and world views are valued as essential to our collective future. www.davidsuzuki.org Job Description POSITION: Manager, People, Culture, and Equity (PC&E) DEPARTMENT: People, Culture, and Equity (PC&E) REPORTS TO: Director, People, Culture, and Equity DIRECT REPORTS : TBC LOCATION: Toronto or Montréal SALARY: $85,000-95,000 POSITION SUMMARY The Manager, People, Culture and Equity ( PC&E ) operates as an HR strategic partner to DSF, navigating and guiding our people programs and practices to support a thriving and engaged workplace. A senior HR generalist, this role is also responsible for bringing an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ( EDI ) lens to DSF through championing and overseeing EDI best practices, coaching leaders and team members, and assisting the organization to weave these key principles into the way we work. Under the leadership and support of the Director, PC&E and in partnership with the PC&E team, the Manager, PC&E will help the Foundation to build and maintain a healthy, equitable and anti-racist culture where staff thrive in an accountable and relational organization. The Manager, PC&E is a collaborative team player who values transparency in interactions and understands power dynamics and the importance of building a relational culture. They manage complex HR and EDI situations and challenges and have strong interpersonal and communication skills. They are aligned with the values and mission of DSF and demonstrate them in their approach to their work. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Below represents an overview of select responsibilities associated with this role: Cultivates relationships within the organization to be recognized as a trusted advisor, mentor, and cultural role model. Provides HR subject matter expertise for HR best practices and legislation that applies to the provinces within which DSF operates – BC, Ontario, and Quebec. Leads, in collaboration with the Director of PC&E, equity, diversity, inclusion & anti-racism initiatives within HR and partners closely with the PC&E team and leaders at DSF to update people programs with leading EDI best practices. Provides senior HR Generalist support for internal and external recruitment; compensation, pay & benefits; performance management; attraction and retention; employee listening &surveys; engagement & morale; wellness; and EDI training and development. Supplies HR guidance and support to complex employee relations through the application of an EDI lens Supports in the application of HR policies and procedures to maintain a framework of equity and fairness. Supports efforts to research, build, and share HR and EDI knowledge of best practices, trends and developments and offers recommendations to improve the delivery of people programs. Acts as a change agent to effectively design and carry out implementation of new initiatives and programs. Qualifications EXPERIENCE Strong combination of education and experience with 4+ years’ experience in progressively responsible roles in HR, with a focus in EDI; CPHR designation strongly preferred. Not-for-profit HR leadership experience is an asset. Experience with meaningful and relational processes of accountability and repair for conflicts and complaints, particularly around equity issues. Experience collaborating and building productive relationships with colleagues. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Working style is inclusive, relational, emotionally intelligent, transparent, self-reflective, and comfortable working through moments of difficulty, conflict, and ambiguity to support colleagues and the wider organization. Knowledge and experience supporting current and emerging human resources practices, tools and systems. Working knowledge of current Canadian and provincial (BC, Ontario, Quebec) laws regarding employment and human rights. Sound understanding of and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism. Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills. Strong diplomacy and relationship building acumen. Adept at managing organizational priorities. Adept multi-tasker with an inclusive, systems, and process mindset. Proven skills in judgement, solid ethics, and discretion with all dealings (especially with confidential and sensitive issues). Bilingual (French) language skills, written and verbal, are preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS Hybrid position in Toronto or Montréal Some travel may be required between DSF office Additional Information WHAT WE OFFER Four-day workweek Competitive salary and generous benefits package Hybrid work opportunities Supportive work culture Chance to make a difference and help improve the health of our planet and all life on it HOW TO APPLY Please submit your resume and covering letter online at www.davidsuzuki.org/careers. The position will remain advertised until successfully filled. The David Suzuki Foundation is strongly committed to equity and diversity and to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We especially encourage applications from equity-deserving groups; specifically Indigenous and racialized people, members of the LGBTQIA2S+, trans and gender-diverse communities, women and people with disability, chronic illness and/or neurodiversity.