HR Strategic Advisor

Special posting considerations:
These positions fall within a directorate that provides common services to two funding agencies: the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC).

The intent of this process is to staff two (2) 12-months term appointments, possibility of Acting, assignment, secondment or Interchange and to create a pool of partially and fully qualified candidates that may be used to staff GR-07 HR Strategic Advisor (equivalent of PE-03 in the Public Service) positions within both Agencies in the National Capital Region. 

Who we are

The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) is Canada’s largest funder of science and engineering. A career at NSERC means supporting the visionaries, explorers and innovators who are searching for the scientific and technical breakthroughs that will advance knowledge, improve the lives of Canadians and transform the world for the better.

At the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), we bring together the research community, as well as the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, in contributing knowledge, talent and expertise to build a better future for Canada and the world. SSHRC is seeking talented professionals passionate about Canadian research and the value it brings to society. 

Visit our career page at NSERC or SSHRC to learn more about why you should join our agency. 

What you will do 

As a HR Strategic Advisor in the Strategic Team, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing strategic advice, information and professional services to HR management, practitioners, managers and employees in fields such as: employment equity, diversity and inclusion, accessibility, official languages, learning, performance management or HR policies, strategies and surveys
• Conducting research, drafting reports and briefing materials, and developing comprehensive overviews of HR trends and best practices 
• Collaborating with internal partners on shared initiatives and giving presentations to different audiences, as needed
• Providing input on communication materials and monitoring the results of implemented of HR plans, policies and programs.
  

What you need to succeed

Education

• Graduation with a degree from a post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources management, labor or industrial relations, psychology, public or business administration, organizational development, education sciences, social sciences, sociology, or an acceptable combination of education, experience or training relevant to the position.
• Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards

Experience

• Experience in contributing to the development, and implementation and monitoring of frameworks, strategies, policies and programs related to human resources management
• Experience in developing and writing presentations, reports, written recommendations, or briefing notes to senior management and/or internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in providing advice and recommendations to managers and employees.
• Experience in researching and analyzing issues related to HR disciplines and preparing reports and position papers for strategic directions, as well as HR program and policy approaches 
  

Assets

• Experience in the fields of employment equity, diversity and inclusion, accessibility and official languages
• Experience in coordinating or leading committees or working groups
• Experience in developing tools and resources to support staff
  

Competencies

• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working Effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
  

Equity, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment to create a workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

We welcome all candidates, and encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis and Inuit), veterans, persons with disabilities, Black and other racialized persons, persons of ethnic origins, diverse religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Accommodation

Let our team know if you require accommodation or support during the recruitment process by contacting us at recruiting-recrutement@nserc-crsng.gc.ca. 

If you require additional information on the position, please contact us at recruiting-recrutement@nserc-crsng.gc.ca.