About Us
At Anova, we believe an inclusive world of shared power where everyone lives freely without fear of violence is possible. We are working to create change to eliminate patriarchal patterns that result in gender-based violence and inequality.
We are the product of a unification of London’s Women’s Community House and Sexual Assault Centre London, to provide improved services to our community.
Anova provides safe places, shelter, support, counselling, and resources for abused women, their children, and all oppressed individuals to find a new start.
All of the services available through Women’s Community House and Sexual Assault Centre London are still available with improvements, including improved accessibility, streamlined service, more service options at our four sites, improved services for children, enhanced sexual violence and prevention work for youth, and an integrated 24-hour crisis and support line.
We believe a future without violence is possible.
Position Overview
As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Human Resources will collaborate closely with leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals. The Director will play a pivotal role in implementing strategic HR plans, optimizing systems and processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The Director will lead efforts to foster a workplace culture centered on service, collaboration, and occupational, psychological, and cultural safety.
The Ideal Candidate
This role is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Human Resource leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and evolving organization. The ideal candidate will bring a post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources and at least 8 years of progressive HR experience. The ideal candidate will bring experience and a proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while aligning HR strategies with organizational goals, managing change initiatives, and modernizing HR processes and systems.
Key Responsibilities
The leader in this role will take a proactive, hands-on approach in overseeing and managing HR functions within the organization. While leading a small team, including an HR Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator, the Director will be primarily responsible for handling and implementing HR tasks. Their leadership will combine both strategic oversight and direct implementation, positioning them as a key driver in shaping HR operations and taking a hands-on role in executing key initiatives that directly impact the organization’s success.
HR Leadership
- Empower the team to provide compassionate and timely support to all staff concerning any HR matter.
- Develop and implement HR programs, policies, and infrastructure that align with organizational objectives.
- Provide strategic leadership in workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and succession planning.
- Ensure compliance with employment standards, human rights legislation, and collective agreements.
- Support managers in fostering a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.
- Lead and guide the HR team, offering advice and support on priorities and objectives.
- Set priorities for the HR team, ensuring adherence to policies while continuously improving processes to enhance employee experience and organizational culture.
Labour Relations & Employee Relations
- Interpret, implement, and ensure compliance with collective agreements, employment laws, health and safety legislation, the Ontario Human Rights Code and HR policies.
- Serve as the Employer representative in union relations, including collective bargaining, grievance management, and arbitration proceedings.
- Mediate employee disputes, manage grievances, and oversee disciplinary actions.
- Oversee attendance management, including investigations and return-to-work programs.
- Develop and facilitate training on employment laws, workplace conduct, and HR policies.
- Participate in internal committees as needed.
Talent Management & Recruitment Oversight
- Design and execute talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies to align with organizational needs and ensure workforce stability.
- Oversee the full recruitment and onboarding process, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, selection, employment offers, onboarding and new hire integration. Participate in the process as needed and support hiring managers.
- Develop leadership, succession planning programs, and foster a culture of continuous learning and career growth.
- Manage and optimize the use of HR systems (UKG), support payroll, and benefits administration.
- Leverage HR data to guide decision-making, set priorities, and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Develop, deliver and oversee all employee training.
- Develop, monitor, and evaluate HR policies, procedures, and tools to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
- Lead negotiations with benefits providers to secure plans that align with organizational needs and budget.
- Provide oversight and support to the Finance team for HR budgeting and forecasting.
Organization & Culture Development
- Lead organizational change initiatives that drive growth, transformation, and alignment with business goals.
- Promote and implement strategies to enhance workplace culture, employee engagement, and alignment with organizational values.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across recruitment, workplace practices, and employee development.
- Strengthen internal communication and collaboration to ensure teams are cohesive, productive, and aligned with the organization's vision.
HR Systems, Processes and Policies
- Lead and support management through all phases of an employee’s performance cycle, including goal setting, annual reviews, assessments, and training.
- Oversee and ensure the ongoing utilization, and optimization of HR system in UKG to support operational efficiency.
- Leverage HR data to inform decision-making, set priorities, and identify areas for improvement in HR processes.
- Develop, monitor, and evaluate HR policies, procedures, and systems to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance.
- Manage the negotiation and administration of benefits plans in collaboration with providers, ensuring cost-effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
- Support the HR team in developing and reforecasting the salary budget, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
Compliance & Employment Law & HR Administration
- Ensure organizational compliance with federal and provincial employment laws, human rights regulations, workplace safety standards, and the Collective Agreement.
- Develop, update, and enforce HR policies on employment standards, workplace safety, and human rights.
- Provide expert guidance on emerging employment laws, legal risks, and best practices.
- Review and improve staff change processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, proper documentation, and a positive employee experience.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with employment, privacy, and tax legislation across all HR-related matters.
- Develop and manage the HR unit’s budget, ensuring financial alignment with organizational priorities.
- Support annual external audits by ensuring all HR files are accurately maintained, documented, and compliant.
Qualifications
- Human Resources Management Certification.
- HR professional designation CHRP or CHRL is preferred
- 8+ years of experience in HR and labour relations management.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Employment Standards Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Ontario Human Rights Code.
- Experience managing unionized environments and labour negotiations.
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
Skills and Competencies
- Proven leadership in managing and developing HR teams with a focus on mentorship and delegation.
- Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive organizational change.
- Experience working with both unionized and non-unionized staff, including interpreting collective agreements, managing grievance resolution, and ensuring workplace safety.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with managers, employees, and union representatives at all levels.
- Strong ability to coach, mentor, and develop individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently, exercising sound judgment and meeting deadlines.
- High proficiency in HR Information Systems (preferably UKG), Microsoft Office Suite, and data analytics.
- Experience in the development and implementation of strategic and operational HR policies and processes.
- Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters.
- Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Certification in Workplace Health and Safety and First Aid training is an asset.
- Experience in the non-profit sector is an asset and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and feminism.
What We Offer
Extensive Benefit package includes:
- Extended health care benefits, 90% of the premiums paid for by Anova;
- 100% employer funded RSP,
- 15 wellness days per year
- 15 vacation days per year
This posting is for one full time position
Hours of work: 37.5/week, hybrid and flexible hours
The hours of work and work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with business requirements.
Accommodation
Anova is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our clients. Anova seeks to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations to applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please inform us when you apply if you require any accommodation(s) and the nature of the accommodation, so we can best support you.