Description

Why Literacy? Work with purpose at United for Literacy. 

Canada’s literacy divide widens daily because so many people lack adequate support. Solving systemic literacy challenges is key to advancing social equity and prosperity across our country. Literacy changes everything. 

United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College) is a national charity that was founded in 1899. We believe literacy is a right, and that every place can be a learning place. Our vision is a Canada in which everyone has the literacy skills they need to achieve their goals at school, at work, and in life. Our mission is to provide local learning support programs that change lives. 

We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at United for Literacy. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.  

The opportunity:  

We are looking for a detail-oriented and people-focused HR Assistant to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and operational support to the HR Manager, helping ensure our people processes run smoothly and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their HR career who is eager to learn, grow, and make a meaningful contribution to an organization of approximately 145 employees. 

You will play a key role in keeping our HR function organized and responsive, freeing up space for the HR Manager to focus on strategic priorities while ensuring employees receive timely, accurate support. 

Your main responsibilities and major duties: 

Key Responsibilities / Duties 

• Support the configuration and setup of HRIS system [specific modules — recruitment, performance etc.] during the organization's platform transition. 
• Coordinate and schedule meetings related to the HR platform transition (implementation calls, training sessions, stakeholder check-ins) 
• Help develop and deliver training materials/sessions for staff on the new HRIS system 
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR processes and the HRIS transition, escalating complex issues as needed 
• Provide general administrative support to the Manager of Culture & People (e.g., filing, documentation etc.) 
• Maintain accurate and organized records of HR system setup progress, decisions, and documentation 
• Serve as a first point of contact for routine HR inquiries, escalating complex matters to the HR Manager 
• Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communication efforts 
• Support compliance reporting and administration  
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files (physical and digital) 
• Enter and update employee data in the HRIS system 
• Track probationary periods, performance review cycles, and key HR dates 
• Prepare HR reports, letters, and correspondence as needed 

Qualifications / Skills 

• Experience with HRIS platforms; familiarity with ADP specifically is an asset 
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks 
• Comfortable troubleshooting new software systems and documenting processes 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (for employee-facing inquiries and training support) 
• Discretion in handling confidential employee information 
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (diploma or degree) 
• Experience in a non-profit, standalone or small HR team environment 

Salary:  $20 per hour 
Hours of Work: 20 hours per week 

Ready to join our team? Please email your resume to:  
Inioluwa Bankole, Manager People & Culture – [email protected] 
Subject Line: [Available Position] – [Name] 

No phone calls, please. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. 
For more information about United for Literacy visit www.unitedforliteracy.ca  

We welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation. We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process. 

We require some of our staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to do in-person work. Exemptions for valid medical reasons will be considered.