CNIB Foundation Looking for Coordinator, Talent Acquisition at Ontario Full Time

Coordinator, Talent Acquisition

Full Time, Contract (1 year)

Toronto, ON

Reports to: Director, People & Culture

Direct Reports: No

Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.

Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward, will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you’ll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that’s committed to changing what it is to be blind today.

We’re looking for a mission-driven Coordinator, Talent Acquisition who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.

Your Impact at CNIB

• Filing, drafting, and editing correspondence to managers, applicants, and internal and external stakeholders.

• Supports in partnering with P&C Administrator to create or revise new hire paperwork.

• Oversee and execute full-cycle recruitment including intake meetings with hiring managers, preparing job postings, sourcing candidates, phone screenings and interviews (where applicable).

• Establish partnerships with organizations focusing on diverse talent, including education/upskilling entities and unconventional talent sources.

• Represent CNIB at job fairs and collaborate with internal teams on initiatives supporting organizational goals.

• Track and manage talent acquisition metrics such as internal promotions, diversity metrics, and time to hire.

• Partner with HRBPs on recruitment projects and collaborate with Manager, Talent to identify talent gaps and advocate potential successors.

Who you are:

Education and Certifications

• Degree or diploma in related field such as business administration or human resources, or equivalent work experience.

Experience and Qualifications

• 1 – 2 years general Human Resources experience in talent acquisition.

• Knowledge of various employment legislation.

• Strong understanding of talent acquisition processes, including sourcing and interviewing techniques.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite and previous experience working with HRIS systems; excellent data entry skills.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite.

• Proficient in using applicant tracking systems and other recruitment software.

• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

• Customer service oriented with well-developed interpersonal skills.

• Excellent administrative, time-management and organizational skills.

• Ability to work with private and confidential material.

• Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.

• Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.

Perks

We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and schedules.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth, including internal inclusion, diversity equity and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.

• Group insurance benefits include dental, health and vision care.

• Years of service awards and year-round rewards as part of our employee recognition program.

• Enticing internal employee referral program.

Be Part of Our Mission

If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application. Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.

Closing date: February 16, 2024

Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

Working Together for Change

Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.

Learn more about our mission here (https://www.cnib.ca/en?region=on%5C) .