Employee TypePermanentAbout The DepartmentBecome a changemaker with Islamic Relief Canada! Join our team and work towards our mission to mobilize Canadians to transform more lives around the world in the most trusted manner.The People & Culture Department at Islamic Relief Canada (IRC) strives to create a work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and excellence. We are dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture, ensuring that all employees feel valued and supported. We handle a wide range of people functions, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations and engagement, training and development, performance management, and compliance with labour laws and regulations.By joining our People & Culture team, you will be part of a team-oriented and supportive workplace where your contributions directly impact the well‑being and success of our staff, enabling us to better serve the most vulnerable communities around the world.Job PurposeIslamic Relief Canada is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager, People & Culture to support our efforts in maintaining a people‑first culture and strong HR foundations. This role is a key leadership position focused on creating an inclusive, engaged, and high‑performing workplace that is rooted in IRC’s values of sincerity, compassion, social justice, custodianship, and excellence.Reporting to the CFO, the Senior Manager, People & Culture will oversee critical aspects of our people operations, from recruitment and resourcing to staff wellbeing and engagement. This role will also support IRC's senior leadership team (SLT), providing inputs for strategic decision‑making for the organization.The ideal candidate will have strong experience with people and culture and a passion for humanitarian work. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting IRC’s staff base to drive the organization’s mission of transforming lives around the world.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesStrategy Support and LeadershipWorking alongside the CFO, translate organizational strategy into actionable People & Culture goals and measurable outcomesProvide leadership with People & Culture insights to support strategy and functional planningSupport change management efforts with compassion, communication and clarityContribute to organization‑wide strategy discussions, where needed, with a people‑focused lensCulture and Employee EngagementUphold the organization’s mission, vision, and values,



and embed them into day‑to‑day operationsLead initiatives to strengthen employee engagement, collaboration, and common purposeKeep a pulse on staff morale through various channels to feed back to leadership team members, and act on emerging trendsLead by example and promote open communication and values‑driven decision‑makingTeam Management and Cross‑Team CollaborationPromote a “one‑team” mindset across departments, participate in cross‑functional initiatives and provide people insightsCollaborate with other departments to develop people strategies, align goals, and support organizational objectivesFoster a collaborative and high‑performance culture within the People & Culture team, promoting effective communication, teamwork, and accountabilityProvide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities to the People & Culture teamSet performance objectives, provide regular feedback, and support professional growthTalent Acquisition and RetentionOperationalize talent strategies to attract, develop, and retain diverse talentSupport long‑term workforce planning in collaboration with SLTDevelop succession plans for key roles and implement retention strategies for high‑potential staffManage recruitment, performance, and compensation programsOperational OversightOversee HR operations with a people‑centric lens and hold accountability for HR service delivery and standardsEnsure consistency and equity across benefit plans and compensation structuresOversee compensation strategy and conduct regular reviews to ensure fairness and competitiveness in paySupport in development and implementation of performance management strategiesLead implementation and continuous improvement of learning and development framework for staff, including technical training, leadership development, and mentorshipLead budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for staffing and people programsEnsure compliance with policies and regulations, and keep abreast of legislative changesQualifications & CompetenciesPost‑secondary education in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration,



or related field; CHRP/CHRL/CHRE designation (or eligibility) is an asset.6-8+ years of progressive experience in People & Culture, including leadership of HR teams and people functions.Demonstrated experience in culture‑building and organizational development.Robust knowledge of Canadian employment legislation, including ESA, OHSA, human rights, AODA, privacy, and related labour standards.Experience developing and managing compensation structures, performance management systems, and learning and development programs.Comfortable using HR systems and data to guide decisions, identify trends, and measure impact.Experience using HRIS platforms like Workday.Knowledge, Skills And AttributesStrong communicator with emotional intelligence to build trust and collaborate across levels of the organization.Ability to translate organizational priorities into actionable people strategies.Sound judgment and ability to navigate sensitive situations with discretion.Strong project management, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.Leadership and team management capabilities, experience building and developing high‑performing teams.Continuous improvement mindset, with a track record of process improvement.Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, equity, and values‑driven culture development.Alignment with Company’s mission and values of sincerity, compassion, social justice, custodianship, and excellence.Hybrid Work PolicyIRC has a hybrid model where in‑office requirements are based on distance from our Burlington headquarters or a regional office (Surrey, Edmonton, Calgary and Ottawa). Depending on where you live, this can range from two days a week to one day a month.Commitment To AccessibilityIslamic Relief Canada is committed to providing inclusive employment opportunities. Accommodation requests are invited at all stages of IRC recruitment, hiring, and employment processes. We make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations in a timely manner. If you have any accommodation requests or question regarding the hiring process, contact us at [email protected] or 1-(phone hidden).Starting Salary$85,000.00Please note: The posted starting salary is intended to provide potential candidates with a general understanding of the compensation associated with the position. The actual salary offered will start at this figure, with adjustments possible based on individual qualifications and other relevant factors.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Manager, People & Culture - C$85,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Islamic Relief Canada
📍 Winnipeg