People and Culture Administrator

SAVE THE CHILDREN CANADA•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$55,582 - CA$71,986•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager, People & Culture, the People & Culture Administrator will be responsible for delivering day-to-day HR support across a wide range of people processes, systems, and programs. This role contributes to the organization’s mission by ensuring the effective administration of key HR functions, including onboarding, compensation and benefits, performance management, and employee relations. The P&C Administrator works collaboratively across teams to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
Minimum 1-3 years of experience.
Advanced knowledge of relevant legislation including Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, AODA, Canada Labour Code, Human Rights Code.
Proven experience in interpreting employment law and handling HR/LR compliance matters.
Advanced communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills for diverse audiences to build strong working relationships across cultural and organizational settings, both internally and externally.
Demonstrated project management experience for task execution of assigned objectives supported by proficiency with MS Office tools and relevant technologies.
Ability to work under pressure within tight timelines to achieve SCC objectives.
Displays analytical and problem-solving skills to support initiatives with demonstrated adaptability to support change management for successful task implementation.
Applies judgment and make sound decisions that are accountable, justifiable, and in adherence to policies and procedures.
Considers organizational strategy and thinks creatively to support innovative initiatives and collaborations that deliver benefits for the children and families we serve.
Ability to occasionally travel locally, nationally and internationally (less than 10%) as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in International Development, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO/INGO), or other not-for-profit sectors is preferred.
French/Spanish/Arabic language skills is an asset.

Responsibilities

Administer and troubleshoot People & Culture systems and tools, including payroll, benefits, performance management, and internal communication platforms.
Maintain accurate employee data in the HR system by processing changes such as new hires, terminations, compensation adjustments, and status updates.
Coordinate recruitment administration, including job postings and applicant tracking, and support hiring managers throughout the process.
Ensure employees understand how to use ADP WorkforceNow effectively, and keep HR resources and system content accurate and up to date.
Manage payroll input and process all benefit and pension changes; act as the main point of contact for employees and benefit providers.
Monitor leave-related payments (e.g., WSIB, STD, LTD) to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies.
Respond to general employee inquiries and provide timely follow-up; escalate complex issues and recommend process or communication improvements based on inquiry trends.
Manage the student and internship program, including school partnerships and job fair participation to build future talent pipelines.
Coordinate onboarding for all new hires, ensuring compliance and a consistent, positive employee experience.
Recommend improvements to onboarding and culture integration practices, and maintain updated onboarding files and templates.
Maintain employee records and ensure all documentation is accurate, current, and properly stored in the HR document management system.
Assist in implementing HR policies and standard operating procedures, tracking compliance and recommending updates as needed.
Support the annual performance management cycle, respond to basic inquiries, and track review completion rates.
Produce regular people metrics reports, conduct data audits, and ensure data integrity and compliance across HR systems.
Leads the Feel Good Task Force.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package for you and your dependents available three months after employment start date.
Coordinated benefits for your partner paid by Save the Children Canada.
Hybrid workplace including opportunities to work remotely and flexible work hours to support employee wellbeing and work life balance.
4 weeks of annual paid vacation.
End of year office closure December 25 - January 1 (SAVE Days).
5 paid personal days.
3 paid float days.
10 paid sick leave days.
Parental leave top-up.
Employer contributions to group pension plan.
Access to help save for a first home through the pension provider.
Learning and development opportunities and specialized training including professional development time.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program services available to you and your dependents from your first day of employment.
Organization-wide membership access to Headspace.