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Position Information

Position Title Human Resources Advisor

Department/Unit Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security

Research Project Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number GP58-23

Employee Group Grant-Paid

Position Type Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable) 1 year, with possibility of renewal

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Salary $58,000 - $65,000 per annum (35 hours per week)

About The Organization

The Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security (Dallaire Institute) was established in 2007 by retired Lieutenant-General the Honourable Roméo Dallaire, former Force Commander of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda ( UNAMIR ). Our mission is to develop new strategies and tactics to progressively end the recruitment and use of children as soldiers worldwide.

Job Summary

Reporting to, and under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Human Resources Advisor will play an integral role in supporting the successful execution and delivery of key HR and Operations functions at the Dallaire Institute. The Human Resources Advisor will be responsible for all areas of human resources management such as recruitment, staffing, leave management, contract administration, records management, supporting HR system technology ( HRIS ) and job performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safe and secure work environment in line with the organization’s core values including the Dallaire Institute’s Workplace Principles. Foster strong communication between teams within the organization.
• Ensure effective policies and procedures are in place, investigate employee complaints, facilitate conflict resolution and generally manage employee relations, consulting with Dalhousie Human Resources, as required.
• Guide staff and leadership on the use of The Institute’s performance management system & assist staff in identifying appropriate professional development opportunities.
• Prepare and manage all employee and consultant contracts; coordinate with the Finance Manager to ensure updated payroll forms are submitted to Dalhousie Payroll.
• Manage all staffing activities from position design, full recruitment process, onboarding and offboarding.
• Research and use knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices to advise, develop, modify or update HR policies, programs and procedures and the employee handbooks.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration or relevant field with a minimum of 5 years of related human resources and HRIS software experience.
• Demonstrated discretion, sensitivity, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy.
• Interest in global and/or humanitarian affairs.
• Demonstrated understanding of cross-cultural contexts and respect for diversity within multicultural, multilingual, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to work within tight deadlines with multiple competing priorities.
• Proactive with the ability to anticipate and respond to the needs of the organization.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint.

Assets

• CPHR designation or working towards obtaining the same.
• Bilingualism in French or other languages.
• Experience within a non-profit, academic, political and/or government institution.

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP , health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.

Application Consideration

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date 07/27/2023

Close Date 08/11/2023

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/14419