Director of People and Culture
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Director of People and Culture Navera Community Connections
Help build a workplace where people and communities thrive.
At Navera Community Connections, we believe strong communities start with people who feel seen, supported, and connected. Every day, our team works alongside individuals and families, helping them navigate challenges and create possibilities through early learning, counselling, and community programs.
We're looking for a Director of People and Culture to lead all aspects of HR for our organization of approximately 70 employees. Reporting to the CEO and serving on the Leadership Team, you'll shape our people strategy while providing practical, day-to-day HR leadership. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
What You'll Do
Lead Navera's People and Culture strategy in alignment with our mission, values, and strategic plan.
Advise the CEO and Leadership Team on workforce planning, organizational development, employee relations, and HR best practices.
Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning, and succession planning.
Coach leaders through employee relations, performance issues, workplace investigations, accommodations, and conflict resolution.
Champion an inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe workplace culture.
Administer employee benefits and support compensation planning alongside the Director of Finance.
Maintain payroll knowledge and provide backup support when needed.
Lead occupational health and safety initiatives and ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR policies.
Build practical HR systems and processes that support a growing organization.
What You Bring You are an experienced HR professional who enjoys working independently, building strong relationships, and finding practical solutions.
Qualifications
Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum five years of progressive HR experience.
Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan employment legislation.
Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
Assets
CPHR designation.
Experience in the non-profit or social services sector.
Experience as the sole HR practitioner or in a small HR team.
A satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is required.
Why Join Navera Community Connections? At Navera, you'll have the opportunity to shape our workplace culture while supporting the people who make our mission possible.
We offer:
Competitive salary of $75,000–$95,000, based on qualifications and experience.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Professional development opportunities.
A collaborative and values-driven leadership team.
Meaningful work that strengthens individuals, families, and communities.
About Navera Navera Community Connections is a community-based non-profit organization providing early learning, counselling, and community programming that helps people navigate challenges and create possibilities. Our values, Belonging, Community-Centred, Compassion and Respect, Accountability, and Collaboration, guide everything we do.
Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with this opportunity.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We encourage early applications, as interviews may begin before the posting closes.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Navera Community Connections is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Not the right fit? Search for People and Culture jobs in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
About Navera Community Connections Inc.
Navera Community Connections is a nonprofit organization that enriches the lives of the people that we serve by navigating challenges and creating possibilities. We do this through early learning centres, counselling and mental health services, and a range of community programs.
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Director of People and Culture
Top Benefits
About the role
Director of People and Culture Navera Community Connections
Help build a workplace where people and communities thrive.
At Navera Community Connections, we believe strong communities start with people who feel seen, supported, and connected. Every day, our team works alongside individuals and families, helping them navigate challenges and create possibilities through early learning, counselling, and community programs.
We're looking for a Director of People and Culture to lead all aspects of HR for our organization of approximately 70 employees. Reporting to the CEO and serving on the Leadership Team, you'll shape our people strategy while providing practical, day-to-day HR leadership. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
What You'll Do
Lead Navera's People and Culture strategy in alignment with our mission, values, and strategic plan.
Advise the CEO and Leadership Team on workforce planning, organizational development, employee relations, and HR best practices.
Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning, and succession planning.
Coach leaders through employee relations, performance issues, workplace investigations, accommodations, and conflict resolution.
Champion an inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe workplace culture.
Administer employee benefits and support compensation planning alongside the Director of Finance.
Maintain payroll knowledge and provide backup support when needed.
Lead occupational health and safety initiatives and ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR policies.
Build practical HR systems and processes that support a growing organization.
What You Bring You are an experienced HR professional who enjoys working independently, building strong relationships, and finding practical solutions.
Qualifications
Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum five years of progressive HR experience.
Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan employment legislation.
Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
Assets
CPHR designation.
Experience in the non-profit or social services sector.
Experience as the sole HR practitioner or in a small HR team.
A satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is required.
Why Join Navera Community Connections? At Navera, you'll have the opportunity to shape our workplace culture while supporting the people who make our mission possible.
We offer:
Competitive salary of $75,000–$95,000, based on qualifications and experience.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Professional development opportunities.
A collaborative and values-driven leadership team.
Meaningful work that strengthens individuals, families, and communities.
About Navera Navera Community Connections is a community-based non-profit organization providing early learning, counselling, and community programming that helps people navigate challenges and create possibilities. Our values, Belonging, Community-Centred, Compassion and Respect, Accountability, and Collaboration, guide everything we do.
Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with this opportunity.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We encourage early applications, as interviews may begin before the posting closes.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Navera Community Connections is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Not the right fit? Search for People and Culture jobs in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
About Navera Community Connections Inc.
Navera Community Connections is a nonprofit organization that enriches the lives of the people that we serve by navigating challenges and creating possibilities. We do this through early learning centres, counselling and mental health services, and a range of community programs.