Senior Human Resources Manager

Build people strategy. Shape culture. Drive impact.

At the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario ("POGO"), we are united by a powerful purpose: to ensure that every child and adolescent facing cancer in Ontario has the best possible care and outcomes. As the leader of childhood cancer system, we work with hospitals, healthcare teams, families and other partners, to improve the system of care and support those who need it most, when it matters most.

We’re seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Senior Human Resources Manager to help us strengthen a high-performing organization where our team can do their best work. This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role behind the scenes of life-changing impact by building the people practices, culture, and leadership capability that enable our team to support children and families facing cancer.

If you’re a seasoned HR leader who thrives on building, influencing, and making a meaningful difference in a purpose-driven, growing organization, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a part-time role (approximately 21 hours per week), with a flexible hybrid schedule that includes two days onsite in our Toronto office, with compensation of $54,000 - $78,000 annually (equivalent to $90,000 - $130,000 full-time).

Role Summary

Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Human Resources Manager supports the successful achievement of POGO’s goals through the design and delivery of effective HR strategies, programs, and policies, supporting a team of approximately 50 employees.

You will act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team, and support the staff broadly, providing practical people solutions while balancing strategic thinking with operational execution.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Leadership & Culture

• Partner with the leadership team to develop and implement people strategies that build organizational capability and support POGO’s strategic goals.
• Provide expert advice on organizational design, talent development, retention, and succession planning.
• Act as the primary steward of POGO’s culture, championing and reinforcing our core values to create an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace.
• Lead POGO’s diversity, equity, and inclusion work plan in collaboration with the broader team.

Talent, Learning & Engagement

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, succession planning, and health & safety.
• Partner with hiring managers on full-cycle recruitment and selection.
• Continually assess and enhance employee engagement initiatives in an evolving organizational culture.
• Establish and oversee the employee recognition program.
• Design and implement a comprehensive learning and development strategy that aligns talent growth with business priorities.

HR Operations, Compliance & Rewards

• Establish, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, practices, and structures in compliance with employment legislation and sector best practices.
• Manage compensation and benefits frameworks, including market benchmarking and collaboration with benefit providers to ensure competitive, cost-effective plans.
• Generate HR metrics, insights, and reports for leadership, management, and the Board.
• Execute operational HR responsibilities, while mentoring and supporting an HR administrative resource to ensure efficient and accurate HR transactions.
• Stay current on HR trends, legislation, and best practices, proactively identifying risks and opportunities.

Advisory & Coaching

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to leaders and managers on people management, performance, employee relations, and compliance.
• Offer thoughtful analysis and recommendations based on research, HR expertise, and organizational insight.
• Lead or contribute to special projects as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

Education

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• CHRP or CHRL designation completed or in progress is a strong asset.

Experience

• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Deep HR generalist expertise across talent acquisition, onboarding, retention, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, legislative compliance, change management, succession planning, and health & safety.
• Proven ability to operate at a strategic level and advise senior leadership.
• Experience in the not-for-profit sector and/or smaller organizations (50 employees or fewer) is an asset.
• Comfortable working in a stand-alone HR function with administrative support.

Skills & Attributes

• Proactive, collaborative leader with strong accountability and a future-oriented mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and change management skills.
• High degree of confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate strategic goals into clear operational plans.
• Effective problem-solver with strong negotiation and presentation abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and strong Excel skills).
• Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Highly detail-oriented.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a tailored cover letter outlining specifically why you’re a great fit for this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

What we offer

POGO is a great place to grow your career and support the advancement of the childhood cancer system in Ontario. We offer a highly flexible work environment, great benefits, and a generous, inclusive team culture that values your contributions.

POGO is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all applicants throughout the recruiting and selection process. Please let us know about any accommodation and/or support requirements. Note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are only accepting applications from those authorized to work in Canada and are not currently sponsoring any temporary or permanent work visas.

We may use AI-assisted tools to enhance the efficiency of the recruitment process. However, all applications are reviewed by human recruiters and all hiring decisions are made by human decision-makers.