In collaboration with the senior leadership team, initiates, plans and implements the organization’s HR strategies and frameworks to support the direction and goals Initiates the development of the overall HR strategy, and implements appropriate initiatives, policies, programs & practices that align with strategic & operational objectives, applicable legislation & meet required Accreditation Canada standards Leads & provides proactive and responsive advice to leaders on a variety of issues, such as recruitment, compensation, employee development, attendance management, performance management, succession planning, policies & procedures. Develops, recommends & administers effective compensation and benefits programs & monitors the experience of these programs & recommends changes, as necessary Develops & implements employee relations strategies & coaches managers and employees in resolving conflicts in order to foster a climate which encourages open communication & contributes to harmonious working relationships. Mediates & assists in settling disputes, as required Oversees the annual performance management process by providing support, coaching & feedback to supervisors Manages the orientation process & provides assistance to facilitate the transition to the organization. Conducts exit interviews & stay interviews to obtain feedback on how the organization can improve Works closely with the Senior Leadership Team on organizational change initiatives & supports managers with identifying changes to the organizational structure and redesigning various work processes Develops the HR annual operating and capital budgets; monitors budget & provides monthly & quarterly variance analysis Develops & maintains effective relationships with service providers & stakeholders Develops & maintains effective human resources systems Leads a variety of internal committees: Truth & Reconciliation, Diversity & Inclusion, OH&S, & Green Team

Member of GROW by Hacking HR.

• Leads the HR strategy, development, process, tactical implementation of HR initiatives to align with DSF strategy including: diversity and inclusion, recruitment, attraction, retention, orientation, on-boarding, compensation, benefits, performance management, succession planning, employee engagement, turnover, health and safety, training & development, HR systems & technology• Presents on HR strategies to the board of Directors, senior management team & staff• Launched & spearheads a Diversity & Inclusion Committee, executing an internal D&I program & strategic plan based on the Global D&I benchmarks• Proactively seeks & fosters partnerships with MOSAIC, Qmunity, Neil Squire, HireUp, PALS, Aboriginal Careers & Universities• Advocates with Indigenous staff & partners to advance collaboration & understanding• Executed on commitment to a diverse hiring strategy• In 2015 & 2016 DSF was named a Dream Employer of BC. Universum voted DSF 8th in the Natural Sciences category. DSF was recognized in the Now Readers Choice Awards Best of Toronto 2016 & 2017 & was presented with the 2016 IEC-BC Leadership Recognition Award for leadership & commitment to the employment of immigrants• Advances the accessibility recommendations provided by the Rick Hansen Accessibility team• Champions the National Standard for Workplace Psychological Health & Safety• Launched & promotes a health and wellness program. Leads the Not Myself Today campaign & in-house champion of the Mindful Employer program. In 2015 DSF was awarded the Winds of Change Consulting Award for Best Health and Wellness Strategy at the Canadian HR Awards• Manages HR Generalist • Acted as the interim Director for the Ontario region in 2017/2018• Actioned an internal training program focused on key competencies. Partnered with the International Federation of Coaches to launch ongoing one to one executive coaching. Ensured DSF was one of the first organizations to sign on to the CoachingWise designation

• Directed the HR strategy, development, process, and tactical implementation of HR initiatives including: recruitment, attraction, retention, orientation, on-boarding, compensation, benefits, performance management, succession planning, employee engagement, turnover, health and safety, training and development, HR systems and technology. • Provided guidance, advice and support to the Registrar, Council, HR Advisory Committee and senior management team. Presented HR issues and proposals with substantial supporting business cases to the Human Resources Advisory Committee (HRAC) prior to presentation to the entire Council.• Managed the HR budget and revamped salary structure based on ongoing research and participation in salary surveys to remain competitive.• Designed a competitive benefit plan and launched a short-term disability program.• Researched, implemented and updated organization-wide policies and procedures.• Researched and deployed automated applicant tracking system – SmartRecruiters.• Championed a diverse hiring strategy.• Launched an onboarding and orientation process.• Provided in-house training on key competencies and developed external training options.• Supervised HR Assistant.• Chaired the Health and Safety committee.• Member of the social committee.• Advocated for College staff during the transition to the Ministry of Education.

• Participated in the creation and updating of the HR strategic plan to support the mandate and requirements of the organization.• Revamped organization-wide policies and procedures, initiated and chaired health and safety committee, processed Canadian payroll in liaison with US accounting team, acted as the HR representative on the global Policy Review Committee. • Produced monthly metrics on all HR data: cost-to-hire, headcount, performance improvement plans, recruitment status, time-to-hire, training, and turnover etc.• Supervised the three person administration team.• Managed the performance review process, probation and annual reviews, employee to manager feedback, performance improvement plans and termination process. • Led the deployment of an automated performance review system – SuccessFactors and an automated tracking system – HireDesk. Trained both the Canadian and U.S. offices in both systems.• Launched nine block assessments, succession planning, structured promotion process and rolled out two tiered career ladder for employees – technical and/or managerial.• Directed attracting strategies including attendance at technology conferences and university job fairs. • Oversaw the recruitment process and trained managers on hiring best practices to fill all positions in the Vancouver office.

• Directed the HR strategy, development, process, and tactical implementation of HR initiatives including: recruitment, attraction, retention, orientation, on-boarding, compensation, benefits, performance management, succession planning, employee engagement, turnover, health and safety, training and development. • Provided guidance, advice and support to the CEO, senior management team and board of Directors.• Established organizational handbook, policies and produced quarterly progress reports on strategic goals.• Advanced health and safety initiatives.• Operated payroll in collaboration with Finance.• Supervised an HR Assistant, coached and mentored Managers in all client groups.• Led the performance management process - probation and annual reviews, performance issues, redundancy process, disciplinary, grievance and termination process. • Acted as the HR representative in the Employment Tribunal process for the organization, from initial complaint to the hearing. • Actioned attracting strategies including attendance at non-profit job fairs, managed the entire recruitment process, retention assessments and promotion process.• Through participation in salary surveys and benefits design and package ensured competitive total rewards and retention strategies.• Directed cost effective training and development opportunities and programs.• Initiated the process for the “Investors in People” accreditation http://www.investorsinpeople.co.uk

• Actioned all administrative aspects of HR• Responsible for the secondment process and alumni project for the London office

• Accountable for the organization of all training and events management for the International Capital Markets Group.

• Provided administration support to the Directors of the organization.• Liaised with candidates and clients.