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Job date: Sun, 27 Jul 2025 07:19:24 GMT

Job description: Contract / Freelance 37.5 h – Full time As soon as possible Partially remoteDescriptionORGANIZATION: Pathways to Education Canada
POSITION: Specialist, People and Culture
REPORTING TO: Director, People and Culture
JOB TYPE: 12 month Contract (Maternity Leave Replacement)
LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario or Montreal, Quebec (Hybrid)
WEBSITE: www.pathwaystoeducation.caSpecialist, People and CultureWe’re looking for someone who can change the paradigm for youth living in poverty in Canada. Someone who enjoys building partnerships, making an impact, and working with energetic, high-performing teams. Is that you?Pathways to Education Canada is a national, charitable organization breaking the cycle of poverty through education. Its award-winning program is creating positive social change by supporting youth living in low-income communities to overcome barriers to education, graduate from high school, and build the foundation for a successful future. Through the collective power of partnerships, Pathways to Education’s innovative program is preparing youth for tomorrow.The OpportunityThe Specialist, People and Culture is a dynamic role responsible for developing and leading key People & Culture (P&C) and organizational development practices, programs, and initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, employee development, and organizational outcomes. This position works closely with the Director, People & Culture to deliver people processes and engaging experiences to employees across the organization. The Specialist, People and Culture will also contribute to the delivery of core P&C functions such as employee relations, talent management, and compliance, ensuring alignment with the organization’s goals and culture. A successful Specialist, People and Culture will act as a subject matter expert to support organizational transformation efforts.Tasks and responsibilitiesPeople Operations (35%)

• Support collaborative talent planning and recruitment practices to identify and select talent that aligns with strategic priorities.
• Support the performance management processes, including goal-setting, employee evaluation, and performance improvement to shape high performing teams.
• Administer payroll and benefits practices, identifying and escalating potential inaccuracies, risks in processing and reporting.

Organizational Development (OD) (30%)

• Contribute to the design, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of People programs.
• Support the continuous improvement of People policy and practices.
• Support initiatives that integrate Pathways’ culture and values in people systems and behaviors to enhance the employee experience.
• Support the design of workshops, training sessions, and learning programs that build management and leadership capabilities.
• Support the delivery of employee engagement initiatives to improve workplace culture and morale.
• Other administrative duties, as needed.

Knowledge & Skills

• 2+ years related experience providing People & Culture support in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Post-secondary education or training in People & Culture or related area; or equivalent career experience; CHRP/CHRL preferred.
• HR administration experience; including payroll and benefits.
• Strong operational and management skills; ability to deliver People operations independently.
• Bilingualism in English and Québécois French is preferred.
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to consistently manage projects to successful outcomes.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Customer-service focused mindset with an ability to rally people around a common goal.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams with various levels of project management knowledge through project processes and influencing project team members without formal authority.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to interact with people from all disciplines and all levels of experience.
• Ability to effectively deal with a variety of stakeholders, navigate ambiguous, changeable, complex environments, and achieve desired outcomes.
• Experience in Organizational Development, Culture, DEIB, and Engagement an asset.
• Written and verbal communication and presentation skills in French, an asset.
• Experience in the nonprofit sector is considered an asset.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Project.

ContactsInternal Contacts:

• Employees
• Hiring Managers
• HR Team – peers in the HR function who will collaborate closely on HR initiatives
• Finance Team – administrative information related to employee data and payroll/benefits
• Marketing & Communications – soliciting editing, language, branding approvals
• EA – supporting/coordinating/back-up to CEO’s office

External Contacts:

• Candidates
• HRIS, Benefits, and payroll providers
• Consultants, as needed.

12-Month Deliverables

• Successfully delivering People Operations activities (onboarding/offboarding/payroll/benefits/recruitment) in coordination with the Specialist, People and Culture.
• Performance Cycle successfully designed/delivered in coordination with the Director, People and Culture.
• Recognition Program successfully designed/delivered in coordination with the Director, People and Culture.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Generous vacation and health benefits package.
• An exciting opportunity to be part of a leading not-for-profit dedicated to excellence and impact.
• A collaborative work environment with a culture of innovation.
• Opportunities for learning and professional development.

To confidentially explore this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume using the online application at https://pathwaystoeducation.applytojobs.ca. Applications will be accepted until August 11, 2025, by 5:00 pm. Pathways to Education thanks all applicants for their interest. Due to volume, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.Pathways to Education is committed to fostering a diverse work environment, one that is inclusive of different races, ethnic origin, citizenship, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ages, family status, disability status, and intersectional identities. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply and advise us of any accommodations or supports needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process.Requirements

• Asset – French and English (bilingual)
• Asset – CHRP/CHRL

Passeport pour ma réussitePathways to Education Canada Pathways to Education is a national, charitable organization breaking the cycle of poverty through education. Its award-winning program is creating positive social change by supporting youth living in low-income…